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Platform for Connecting Photographers and Videographers

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Information technology

Media

Challenge: Difficulty in Finding Qualified Photography/Videography Crew

Photographers and videographers struggle to find reliable and skilled crew members (e.g., second photographers, assistants) for shoots, particularly outside of established networks. Existing solutions, like Facebook groups, often lack rigorous qualification verification, leading to inconsistent quality and increased risk for project organizers.

About the Client

A technology startup focused on building a professional network and job marketplace for photographers and videographers.

Project Goals

Develop a web application to connect photographers and videographers with crew members.
Establish a verification process to ensure a high standard of skill and professionalism.
Facilitate the posting and application for job opportunities within the photography/videography industry.
Create a platform that fosters trust and reliability among users.

Functional Requirements

Job posting functionality with detailed requirements.
Crew member profiles with portfolio uploads and skill listings.
User verification system (company validation for businesses, portfolio review).
Job application and notification system.
Search and filtering functionality for finding suitable crew members.
Messaging system for communication between users.
Subscription management and payment processing (for paid users/services).

Preferred Technologies

Web application (React/Angular/Vue.js)

Backend (Node.js/Python/Ruby on Rails)

Database (PostgreSQL/MySQL)

Cloud hosting (AWS/Google Cloud/Azure)

Integrations Required

Payment gateway (Stripe/PayPal)
Email service (SendGrid/Mailgun)

Key Non-Functional Requirements

Scalability to handle a growing user base.
High performance and responsiveness.
Secure user authentication and data protection.
Mobile responsiveness.

Expected Business Impact

This platform is expected to significantly increase the efficiency and reliability of crew sourcing for photographers and videographers. By providing a trusted marketplace with verified professionals, the platform aims to achieve over 1500 paid subscriptions and $100,000+ in job postings within the first year. It will create a valuable resource for the photography/videography community and generate revenue through subscription fees.