Amanda Campy’s Game-Changing Approach to Sports Photography

What Are PhotoMatch™ & ViewFirst™?

• PhotoMatch™: A powerful system that matches individual photos to the correct people and data instantly using a barcode scanner, QR code, simple data search or face recognition. This means photographers don’t have to organize photos manually, saving hours of work. And you can start marketing your images within minutes!
• ViewFirst™: Instead of requiring customers to prepay for photos they haven’t seen, this method allows customers to view images and choose their photos online after the shoot. By browsing an online gallery tailored just for them, your customers will get exactly what they want!

Running a photography business can be overwhelming, especially photographing multiple leagues each year, but for Amanda Campy of Visual Impressions Photography near Portland, Oregon, PhotoMatch™ & View First™ changed everything. Here is how these tools transformed her workflow, delighted her clients, and gave her back her life.

Saving Time and Growing Her Business

Before Amanda started using PhotoMatch™ & ViewFirst™, her job felt like it never ended. She spent hours sorting through paperwork that often got wet and messy at outdoor sports media days thanks to Oregon’s rainy weather. Then, she had to deal with processing time, which is the work that happens after a shoot, like organizing photos, editing them to look polished, and preparing orders for clients. It took forever, leaving her exhausted and with no time to grow her business.

Now, things are completely different. Getting ready for a photo day only takes her about 30 minutes, and the system has cut her processing time by 60%. “After a photoshoot, I am done in minutes,” Amanda says. “It’s amazing — I finally have time to focus on growing my business instead of just trying to keep up with all the work!”

Happier Clients, Happier Photographer

“With PhotoMatch™ & ViewFirst™, picture day is so much easier and better for parents,” Amanda explains. “Right after the photos are taken, parents can see all the pictures online. They don’t have to wait weeks to find out what they’re getting, and they don’t have to settle for a random photo that might not look good. Instead, they get to pick their favorite picture right away — one where their child looks happy and natural. If something needs fixing, like messy hair or a crooked shirt, we can fix it on the spot, so there’s no need for retakes later. Parents love how simple and fast it is, and they only pay for the photos they want. It saves everyone time and makes the whole experience so much better!”

Modern Features That Stand Out

Amanda’s favorite feature is the ability to create Virtual Group™ (VG) photos, which are group or team images composed from individual photos. “It’s unique and sets us apart from competitors,” she says. Unlike most photographers who handle this “compositing” themselves, Amanda sends the images to a lab that creates the Virtual Group™ photos for her, often within hours. Combined with the quick turnaround time of just 3-4 minutes to see their images online and receive a link to their personal gallery via email and/or text, these tools have become a key selling point. The efficient process not only enhances the customer experience but also helps Amanda book more business, whether through the initial viewing process or the distinctive appeal of the VG photos.

Amanda’s Verdict: A Game-Changer

“These tools have completely changed how I run my business,” Amanda says. “I have gotten my life back, and my clients are happier than ever. I cannot imagine going back to the old way.” A healthy work-life balance is essential to maintaining and operating a thriving business. CCS helped Amanda get her life back and we can help you too!

If you are a photographer feeling dragged down by your workload, take it from Amanda: PhotoMatch™ & View First™ are not just tools — they are lifesavers.

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