Public Health and Freelance Life

Hey there! I know it’s been a while. And I have so many updates, but I wanted to take a moment to address our current public health situation. I’ve been witnessing the economic impacts of the COVID-19 containment efforts on many organizations and individuals, especially nonprofits and freelancers who work primarily in events and productions. Thankfully I have still been able to finish shoots and even help a nonprofit who had to cancel their event with a last-minute video to release in lieu of their event. 

I’ve seen many stories of freelancers having all their work canceled and needing to adapt their services or take on different jobs to make money in order to survive. I am finding that I will likely need to make some adaptations as well, as many events and programs are being canceled indefinitely which means no events or programs to film or photograph, which equals no paycheck, or an extremely uncertain one. 

Please be sure to check in on your friends, family, neighbors, any self-employed folks that you know and support small local businesses that may be especially feeling the economic impact of canceled gatherings, lower foot traffic, and increased self-isolation.

Be attentive to the Public Health Authority’s recommendations to reduce the spread of COVID-19 and be responsible if you are in a decision-making authority for a large event. But event cancellations and social distancing do not mean you have to stay isolated. Check in with your people through our many modes of communication, including in-person. 

And because you’re here on my newsletter/blog, please support me by referring any organizations you know who may need video support to boost their visibility in lieu of a cancelled event, or anyone wanting to do a personal photo shoot as the weather gets nicer! 

Lastly, I made a new business Instagram! Please support by following me there for the updates and a look into all the great projects I’ve been working on lately. 

Stay healthy and safe, but also calm.

Please hit “reply” to respond to this letter, tell me how you’re navigating COVID-19, how it’s affected you or your business, or any other thoughts to share. I’d love to hear from you. And I will be sharing more updates soon!

📣 I just launched a new business IG!