PRODUCT PHOTOGRAPHY FOR ECOM

BUSINESS OVERVIEW

Product photographers create high-quality images of merchandise for use in ecommerce, catalogs, and advertisements. It’s ideal for photographers who want steady client work and a home studio setup.

STARTUP COST

Moderate ($500–$2,000)

HOME-BASED

Yes

SKILLS REQUIRED

Camera operation, editing software (e.g., Lightroom, Premiere Pro)

IDEAL FOR

Ideal for self-starters seeking flexible, home-based work options.

FIT CHECK

Perfect for digital educators or therapists developing simple, engaging tools that avoid clinical claims but support learning.

STEP-BY-STEP BUSINESS STARTUP

1. Build a product photography portfolio
2. Set up a home studio or rent space
3. Offer pricing by number of photos or packages
4. Market to ecommerce sellers and influencers
5. Deliver edited files with fast turnaround

COMMON MISTAKES

Offering too many benefits in one product, making clinical claims, or failing to back up design with research.

LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY (LLC) CONSIDERATIONS

Creating brain-training materials could result in refund or performance claims — an LLC protects you from legal risk. Digital brain training games or services may raise issues around effectiveness — an LLC adds legal protection and structure. Offering structured guides or executive function tools? Form your LLC to separate business from personal.

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