School Portrait Photography Setup Complete Walkthrough: Gear, Lighting & Workflow

Learn the exact setup, gear, and workflow I used to photograph 520 students and faculty in a single day for school portraits. From continuous lighting choices to camera settings, I'm sharing everything that made this high-volume shoot successful. Gear Mentioned: Sony a1 II: https://jerad.link/sonya1ii Sony FE 50-150mm f/2 GM Lens: https://jerad.link/sony50150gm SD Cards I Use: https://jerad.link/progradev90sd128gb Circular Polarizer Filter: https://jerad.link/polarpro95mmcirpolar GVM Pro SD200B: https://jerad.link/gvmsd200b Nanlite Forza 60: https://jerad.link/nanliteforza60ii Nanlite Parabolic 90 35" Softbox: https://jerad.link/nanliterapid90 Nanlite Forza 60 Softbox: https://jerad.link/nanliteforza60softbox Tripod: https://jerad.link/manfrotto502ahtripod Falcam F38 Quick Release: https://jerad.link/falcamf38mount C-Stand: https://jerad.link/impactcstandblk Light Stands: https://jerad.link/impactairstandblk Westcott X-Drop Pro Backdrop Stand: https://jerad.link/westcottxdroppro Westcott X-Drop Pro Backdrop Blue Concrete 8x8: https://jerad.link/westcottxdropproba... Synology 723+ NAS: https://jerad.link/synology723plus Folding Rolling Cart: https://jerad.link/foldingrollcart White Board: https://jerad.link/whiteboardsm Bulk Combs: https://jerad.link/bulkcombs In this comprehensive guide, I walk through my complete school portrait photography setup including my Sony A1 with 50-150mm G Master lens, three-light continuous lighting setup using LED panels, the Westcott X-Drop Pro backdrop system, and all the camera settings that kept things running smoothly. You'll see my exact workflow for managing high-volume photography, organizing student data, staying on schedule, and delivering professional results efficiently. Whether you're considering school photography or any high-volume portrait work, this video covers the practical details, unexpected challenges, and valuable lessons learned from shooting nearly 2,000 images in one day. School Photography Setup That Actually Works: Gear, Lighting & Workflow : https://jeradhillphoto.com/school-pho... Get updates from Jerad: https://jeradhillphoto.com/subscribe/ Timestamps: 0:00 Intro 0:53 The Gear 2:29 Backdrop 2:59 Lighting 6:12 Tripod 8:44 Light Stands 9:21 Cables, Adapters & Batteries 10:10 Camera & Lighting Settings 13:46 Shutter Speed, Aperture & ISO 16:26 Extra Items 17:57 How to Stay Organized 22:41 Setup Walkthrough 24:10 Importing & Backup 26:39 What I'd Do Differently 27:29 Closing Thoughts ⚠️⚠️ Disclaimer: The content of this video is intended for viewers ages 13+. Jerad Hill is a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program & B&H Photo Video Affiliate Program, affiliate advertising programs designed to provide a means for sites to earn advertising fees by advertising and linking to Amazon.com, BHPhotovideo.com, and affiliated sites, which means I may earn a commission if you make a purchase, at no extra cost to you.