The Photographer OS
πΈ Photographer OS β Your All-in-One System to Manage Shoots, Clients & Creativity
Bring your entire photography business into one beautifully organized Notion system β from shoots and clients to gear, finances, learning, and social media growth.
Whether you're a portrait photographer, wedding creative, or content shooter β Photographer OS helps you manage every side of your business with clarity and flow.
πΌ Whatβs Inside Photographer OS
Each section is designed as a complete workspace β connected through smart relations, dashboards, and filtered views so you can see your whole photography business at a glance.
π¬ 1. Projects & Shoots
Plan, manage, and deliver every photoshoot like a pro.
Tables included:
- Projects β name, client, type (wedding, portrait, productβ¦), status, start/end dates, location, budget, deliverables, gallery link.
- Shot List β concept, pose ideas, setup, lens used, lighting notes, inspiration image.
- Tasks β shoot prep, location scouting, editing steps, delivery checklist.
- Assets & Resources β documents, contracts, moodboards, call sheets, guides linked to each project.
π Relations: Projects β Clients, Projects β Tasks, Projects β Assets, Projects β Galleries.
π₯ 2. Clients & Business
Handle your client relationships, proposals, and payments β all in one hub.
Tables included:
- Clients β name, contact info, type (brand / couple / model), preferred communication, notes.
- Contracts β linked to clients and projects, with signed status and document link.
- Proposals β service package, date sent, approval status, project link.
- Invoices & Payments β invoice number, client, project, amount, due date, paid/unpaid, payment method.
π Relations: Clients β Projects β Invoices β Payments β Contracts β Proposals.
π° 3. Finances & Subscriptions
Track all income and expenses to keep your business profitable.
Tables included:
- Expenses β gear, travel, software, studio rent, etc.
- Income β shoots, workshops, digital sales, prints.
- Subscriptions β Lightroom, Adobe CC, web hosting, CRM tools, etc.
- Vendors β where you buy or rent equipment.
π‘ Insight dashboards: Monthly profit, category spend, and subscription renewal calendar.
ποΈ 4. Galleries & Portfolio
Organize your creative work and delivery links.
Tables included:
- Galleries β client name, project, date delivered, platform (Pixieset, Google Drive, etc.), delivery status.
- Portfolio Entries β curated works, type (wedding, editorial, productβ¦), tags, and client feedback.
π Relations: Galleries β Projects β Clients.
π± 5. Social Media & Marketing
Grow your online presence and keep your content organized.
Tables included:
- Content Ideas β drafts, captions, hashtags, image links, inspiration source.
- Content Calendar β platform, post date, status, performance metrics.
- Campaigns β collaborations, brand deals, product promotions, outcomes.
- Platforms β Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, Behance, Pinterest β each with logins and analytics.
π Relations: Content Ideas β Calendar β Campaigns β Projects.
π 6. Learning & Inspiration
Stay sharp and keep improving your craft.
Tables included:
- Courses & Tutorials β title, platform, topic, progress, notes.
- Books & Podcasts β source, category, key takeaways.
- Inspiration Board β creative references, artists, photo ideas, and visual moods.
- Goals Tracker β creative, business, or learning goals with progress bars.
π Relations: Goals β Learning Resources β Projects.
βοΈ 7. Gear & Maintenance
Keep your equipment organized and ready for every shoot.
Tables included:
- Gear List β camera, lens, accessories, purchase date, cost, warranty.
- Maintenance Log β cleanings, repairs, firmware updates, next service date.
- Rentals β rented gear, client, project, date, and return status.
π Relations: Gear β Projects β Expenses.
π¬ 8. Collaborators & Team
For photographers who work with stylists, models, and second shooters.
Tables included:
- Collaborators β role, contact info, rate, past collaborations.
- Agreements β shoot type, rate, status, signed file.
π Relations: Collaborators β Projects β Agreements.
π§ Bonus Sections
- Templates Library β ready-to-use shoot checklist, model release form, and client questionnaire.
- Dashboard Views β see todayβs tasks, upcoming shoots, client payments due, and social posts scheduled.
- Quick Capture Area β drop ideas, photo concepts, and leads in seconds.
π₯οΈ Dashboard Overview
A clean and intuitive interface that shows:
- π Upcoming Shoots & Deadlines
- π° Financial Overview (income vs expenses)
- π₯ Active Clients & Pending Invoices
- π― Weekly Goals & Tasks
- πΈ Social Posts Queue
- π§° Quick Gear Checklist
Everything is connected, so when you mark a shoot as delivered, it updates the gallery, invoice, and client dashboard automatically.
π Why Youβll Love Photographer OS
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Centralize all your work in one Notion system
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Stay organized from inquiry to delivery
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Save time on admin and focus on shooting
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Fully customizable for any photography niche
πͺΆ Perfect For
- Portrait, Wedding, or Product Photographers
- Freelancers & Studio Owners
- Content Creators and Social Photographers
- Anyone ready to professionalize their workflow
π Bonus: Comes with pre-built dashboards, relations, templates, and setup instructions.
β Ready to use from Day 1.
β¨ Unlock the power of Photographer OS β manage your photography, business, and growth in one place.
All-in-One. Fully Connected. 100% Yours.