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AI Notes for Photographers

How to Summarize Client Concept Discussions

Photographers often engage in client concept discussions to understand their vision and expectations. Keeping detailed notes is crucial in ensuring that the creative ideas discussed are accurately captured and implemented. Structured meeting notes help photographers align their work with client desires and avoid misunderstandings or overlooked details. Additionally, these records can be revisited during the creative process to ensure consistency and quality in delivery.

But what should you include in your meeting notes? We have compiled a list of key points to include in your meeting notes.

Key points to include in meeting notes for photographers

  • Meeting Identification: Who were the participants in the meeting and what roles do they play?
  • Project Vision: What is the overall concept or vision that the client wants to achieve with this project?
  • Aesthetic Preferences: What specific aesthetic styles or themes did the client express interest in?
  • Location and Setting Details: Were there any locations or settings discussed for the shoot, and what are their characteristics?
  • Timeline and Deadlines: What are the key dates, including shoot day(s) and final deliverable deadlines, mentioned by the client?
  • Budget Constraints: Did the client specify a budget range or any financial constraints for this project?
  • Deliverables Required: What specific deliverables (e.g., prints, digital files) does the client expect from this project?
  • Creative Inputs/Inspirations Provided by Client: Did the client provide any references or inspirations that should influence your work?
  • Logistical Considerations: Were there logistical details discussed such as travel arrangements, permits needed, or equipment required?
  • Feedback Mechanism: How does the client prefer to give feedback during different stages of project development (e.g., drafts, final approval)?

How to automate

But why take notes manually when you can use AI to do it for you? Today's AI can transcribe meetings, summarize key points, and even identify action items. Instead of being distracted by typing and writing notes, you can focus on the conversation.

Here's how:

  1. If you don't already have a voice recorder that allows you to customize your summaries, download LazyNotes from the App Store.
  2. Navigate to Settings > Meeting Templates and tap the + button.
  3. Copy/paste one of our templates and/or customize your own. Tap Save.LazyNotes templates
  4. Start your first recording and choose your new template any time during the call.LazyNotes templates
  5. Enjoy customized notes emailed right to your mailbox!

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