Tri Nguyen Photography

Serves Oakland, CA

35244

Hired 109 times

1 employee

16 years in business

$895

5.0

This pro accepts payments via Cash, Credit card, PayPal, and Venmo.

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Hours

Sun Closed

Mon 9:00 am - 7:00 pm

Tues 9:00 am - 7:00 pm

Wed 9:00 am - 7:00 pm

Thurs 9:00 am - 7:00 pm

Fri 9:00 am - 7:00 pm

Sat Closed

Credentials

Background Check

Tri Nguyen
Completed on 5/4/2021

Introduction

** Named to Thumbtack List of 10 Best Portrait Photographers in San Francisco I'm a Bay Area photographer with over 9 yrs experience specializing in various portraits and headshots. I typically work on location at the customer's request and can bring all necessary equipment (strobes, background) to set up a studio for the shoot. You will get an opportunity to view the images before selecting the final image set. The final images will be professionally edited in high resolution. My price quote includes consultation, shooting time, and professional edit and enhancement. You get full rights to all high-resolution image files.

Q&A

What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?

My base package is $495 and includes the following: - Onsite headshot for 1 person - Review and select 3 images from a proof gallery - 3 professionally retouched images You maintain full ownership rights to the final images If you have larger production needs, we can discuss. My price scales as follows: Onsite headshots: $695: 3 people $895: 5 people $1295: up to 10 people If you have a larger group, we can discuss.

What is your typical process for working with a new customer?

After we go through the initial Thumbtack process, we can schedule a call or meet in person to discuss the details and any timeline restrictions you may have. I will send a formal proposal for you to review and sign that will include the shooting date/time/location and other specifics. The final invoice is sent after you receive the final images.

What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?

I studied Chemistry at Carnegie Mellon University and earned an MBA at Johns Hopkins University. I worked in IT for my early career before pursuing Commercial Photography as a full-time profession. I've found that I'm good at it because I love it and and am 100% committed. I have over 10yrs experience as a Commercial Photographer.

How did you get started doing this type of work?

I've always connected with the idea of capturing images and saw an opportunity to transition my career to photography years ago.

What types of customers have you worked with?

I've worked with a wide array of customers in the San Francisco Bay Area from large established corporations to startups. Some familiar names include Genentech, Hyatt Hotels, Stanford University, The Bay Club, Norwest Venture Partners, and Virgin Hotels.

Describe a recent project you are fond of. How long did it take?

I'm fond of all my projects and the people I meet but I enjoyed shooting a lifestyle scene for a hotel rooftop bar in San Francisco. We had to simulate an evening at a bar but could not shoot during their business hours so we had to start at 4am. We got rooms in the hotel for everyone on the team including the models so we could start on time and pulled it off. Very gratifying!

What advice would you give a customer looking to hire a provider in your area of work?

When looking for a photographer, I always recommend finding someone with the right style (everyone has a distinct style) and speak to them on the phone. Professionalism, courtesy, and responsiveness are important.

What questions should customers think through before talking to professionals about their project?

How will your customers consume the images (web, print, social media, email)? How many images do you need? What's your timeline? Do you need models, props? Where can we shoot?