Em's Lens

Serves Reading, PA

35244

Hired 18 times

1 employee

2 years in business

Not yet available

4.8

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

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Hours

Sun 8:00 am - 10:00 pm
Mon 8:00 am - 10:00 pm
Tues 8:00 am - 10:00 pm
Wed 8:00 am - 10:00 pm
Thurs 8:00 am - 10:00 pm
Fri 8:00 am - 10:00 pm
Sat 8:00 am - 10:00 pm

Credentials

Background Check

Emily Arndt 
Completed on 11/13/2024 

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Introduction

I'm Emily Arndt, and this is Em's Lens. Operating in South-Central Pennsylvania, Em's Lens provides photography and videography services tailored for local nonprofits, small to medium-sized businesses, and families/relationships/engagements/individuals. I am also a skilled interviewer and understand nonprofit and private industry marketing techniques from years of working in these sectors. With me, you get high quality work from 15 years of combined experience, while not breaking the bank. It's tough out there, so I'll do my best to work with you. Most importantly, at Em's Lens, we take pride in creating an inclusive and supportive environment for everyone, regardless of race, sexual orientation, or background. We believe that diversity enriches our community and enhances our ability to connect, understand, and grow together. With a warm, welcoming approach, I strive to make every individual feel respected, valued, and celebrated for who they are. These are my services: Photography (shooting and editing): -Portraits: families, relationships, individuals, etc. -Headshots: for businesses, individuals, can do groups and solo shots Videography: -Pre-production consultation (included in price of production/post-production): meeting with you to talk about your vision for the piece and how I can bring it to life -Production: Single camera (Sony A7IV) or I can rent additional, if needed | professional lighting with up to 5 lights, 2 are effects lights and can also make the background change color | professional lavalier and wireless microphones -Post-production: Editing Logistics: I'm fully insured and I have a studio in York, PA. I can come to you within about 30 miles of York, PA, or you can come to my studio. I have a grayish backdrop and a green screen, plus 5 professional lights and a Sony A7IV. I have a variety of lenses, all professional quality. My studio has a couch, a posing table, stools, and some greenery.

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Q&A

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

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I work within most budgets. As a small business owner and former nonprofit employee of many years, I understand that budgets can be smaller than we'd like.

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

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Have a free introductory call to see what you're looking for and how we can best work together to achieve your vision.

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

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Minor in photography, master's in communications

How did you get started doing this type of work?

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I've been taking pictures since I was 16 and video since I was 20--that's about 20 years!

What types of customers have you worked with?

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Nonprofits, individuals/families/pets, and small-medium sized businesses

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

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I made an 8-minute organizational video for Community Connections for Children in York, featured on my profile. It took about 16 hours between pre-production, production, and editing. I loved interviewing folks from the organization and community and telling the organization's story through video.

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

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Find someone with experience, patience, and good prices. That's me!

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

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What is your vision? What are you expecting the product to look like? What's your budget? Where does the product fit in with your marketing strategy (if for a business or organization)? Are there any poses you like for the photos? What message are you trying to send with this product?

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