TGS-2021008644

Content Creation Courses

Take Impactful Photos with Your Smartphone

Learn how to take attractive and professional photos to grow your personal brand, business, or improve employability with practical photography skills.

Mode of training:

Classroom In-Person Training

Duration:

2 Days

Course Accreditation:

WSQ

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Mobile Photography

When it comes to raw assets for digital marketing campaigns, pictures are worth a thousand words. The right photo catches the eye of prospective customers and greatly enhances the appeal of a product or service. A good photograph has limitless potential and can be used on any platform from social media advertisements to website banners and more.

You don’t have to own a professional camera or need a studio environment to take impactful photos. In fact, technology has advanced so far that with our smartphone cameras, environmental lighting tweaks and even in-app photo editors — you’ll be able to take stunning images capable of converting customers and raising the perception of your company’s quality.

Learn about different photography styles, shot composition techniques and how to best manipulate manual settings on your smartphone camera to get the results you want.

Course Outline

Course Ref. No.: TGS-2021008644 / Mode of Training: Classroom

Explore different styles of photography when creating digital content for websites, social media platforms, and third-party marketplaces.
Learn about the different types of photos and identify which are appropriate for your brand. Understand what you need to prepare and plan for a successful photoshoot.
Learn how to utilise the camera functions of mobile phones to produce professional photos under a variety of lighting conditions.
Apply different photography techniques during a hands-on experience with product shoots.
Understand the different diverse factors that will affect the outcome of your photographs.
Edit and enhance photos for digital marketing using free photo editing tools.

Mobile photography course on taking product photos with mobile phone in Singapore

Skills Acquired

Composition Skills: Compose visually appealing smartphone photos by understanding principles such as rule of thirds, leading lines, & balance
Photography Techniques: Learn various techniques & tips for capturing impactful photos with your smartphone
Editing Proficiency: Enhance smartphone photos using the PIXLR app
Post-Processing Skills: Learn techniques for post-processing photos, including cropping & retouching
Visual Storytelling: Tell compelling stories through your smartphone photos

Hands-on Learning Activities

Smartphone Photography Practice: Take photos using smartphone camera
- e.g. explore different subjects, lighting conditions, & compositions
Editing with PIXLR: Use the PIXLR app to enhance & edit smartphone photos
Photo Moodboard Creation: Develop a photo moodboard using Canva

Digital marketing platforms and tools introduced

Platforms & Tools Introduced

PIXLR (or Snapseed for beginners), Canva

Competency Assessment

Written & Practical
- Take Photos & apply best practices & techniques learned in the course

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Course Fees & Subsidies

SMEs
Course Fees	$880.00
SkillsFuture Subsidy: Up to 70% of course fee	-$616.00
Nett Fee	$264.00

Non SMEs
Course Fees	$880.00
SkillsFuture Subsidy: Up to 50% of course fee	-$440.00
Nett Fee	$440.00

Additional Support

Additional Support via Absentee Payroll

Enterprise Innovation Scheme
Option 1 Up to 400% Tax Deduction	Option 220% Cash Payout Based On Nett Fee

Up to 90% Additional Subsidy from SkillsFuture Enterprise Credit (SFEC)

Nett Fee is subject to 8% GST charged based on the full course fees before subsidy.
Absentee payroll is claimable up to $4.50 per hour, capped at $100,000 per enterprise per calendar year.
Subjected to individual company’s budget availability for the Enterprise Innovation Scheme. Each company can only either the 400% Tax Deduction option OR the 20% Cash Payout option. For more information, please refer to https://www.iras.gov.sg/schemes/disbursement-schemes/enterprise-innovation-scheme-(eis)
Subjected to individual company’s budget availability for SFEC. For more information, please refer to https://www.enterprisejobskills.gov.sg/content/upgrade-skills/sfec.html

SME Eligibility Criteria

Registered or incorporated in Singapore
Employment size of not more than 200 (at group level) or with annual sales turnover (at group level) of not more than $100 million

Singapore Citizens(40 years and above)
Course Fees (Before GST)	$880.00
8% GST	$70.40
SkillsFuture Subsidy: Up to 70% of course fee	-$616.00
Nett Fee	$334.40

Singapore Citizens(21-39 years old) & PR
Course Fees (Before GST)	$880.00
8% GST	$70.40
SkillsFuture Subsidy: Up to 50% of course fee	-$440.00
Nett Fee	$510.40

Additional Support
SkillsFuture Credits eligible for Singapore citizens aged 25 & above
PSEA eligible for Singapore citizens aged below 30
NTUC UTAP members have up to 50% auto reimbursement on out-of-pocket cost

Subjected to individual’s eligibility and availability of SkillsFuture Credit.
Nett Fee are inclusive of GST charged based on the full course fees.

3 Reasons Why We Can Ensure Maximum Skills Transfer Within 24 Hours of Training

Learn from and interact with certified trainers with years of proven training and industry experience

Daryl Kang

With 8+ years in design and 5 years in digital marketing, Daryl combines digital marketing strategy and design aesthetics seamlessly.

Irene Moon Santoso

With over 25 years of professional experience in the design industry, Irene has built a strong portfolio of creative digital campaigns for renowned clients.

Vanessa Chan

A veteran marketing professional with 20+ years of industry experience, Vanessa has enjoyed a diverse career spanned various MNCs, SMEs, and industries.

Alena Chan

With over 20 years of experience in HR Management and Continous Education and Training, Alena is a multi-faceted professional who brings a wealth of industry expertise.

Eugene Tan

A Certified SEO Practitioner, Eugene brings over a decade of comprehensive omnichannel marketing expertise to the table.

Linda Hui

With over 25 years of extensive international experience in branding, marketing and entrepreneurship, Linda is highly adept in the field of digital marketing.

Elaine Teo

A marketing industry veteran with over 20 years of experience, Elaine is adept in product, sales and managerial roles across regional and international companies in the consumer goods industry.

Paul Tan

A well-versed strategist with over 15 years of digital marketing experience, Paul’s decorated career spans across diverse industries.

Fern Deng

Possesing 12 years of experience in the Luxury Retail industry, Fern is a master of digital marketing strategy and analytical thinking and communications.

Localised syllabus and case studies co-curated with proven subject matter experts

FirstCom Academy partners up with many proven industry experts to develop short and effective courses built upon the Singapore’s landscape, allowing learners to learn based on familiar local context.

Unleash Your Potential with In-Person Training at Our Centers of Excellence

Elevate your skills through interactive learning experiences

Paya Lebar

Woodlands

Kallang Way

Paya Lebar Training Center

11 Eunos Rd 8, #08-04, Lifelong Learning Institute Singapore 408601

Our training center at Lifelong Learning Insitute (LLI) makes use of the building’s state-of-the-art facilities and modern amenities to create a conducive environment for learning. As you step into our thematic classrooms centered around aspirational travel locations, you’ll be inspired to grow and empowered to succeed.

Conveniently located just a short sheltered walk away from Paya Lebar MRT Station, accessing the LLI Training Center is effortless for commuters. For those driving, the institute is easily reachable via PIE and ECP, with ample parking available.

Woodlands Training Center

6 Woodlands Square, #07-01 Woods Square Tower 2, Singapore 737737

Strategically located at Woods Square, our Woodlands Training Center is minutes’ walk away from Woodlands, Woodlands North and Woodlands South MRT stations, as well as Woodlands bus interchange.

It is also easily accessible by the SLE, BKE and upcoming NSE. Food choices are plenty at Wood Square too!

Kallang Way HQ

158 Kallang Way, #03-10 Performance Building, Singapore 349245

Situated at Performance Building, our Kallang Way Training Center is easily accessible via a 7-minute walk from Geylang Bahru MRT or by taking a 3-stop bus ride on Bus 125 from Aljunied MRT.

Drivers can also reach Performance Building via PIE or KPE, with a plenty of convenient parking locations nearby.

Maximum skills transfer through hands-on on-premise training approach

Rated 4.8 stars by more than 5200+ happy learners on Google Reviews

dist0rtia

I did their Impactful Photos for Digital Marketing Course. Almost all the students were taking this for self-interest and made a great and fun class. Great and conducive space for learning. Breakfast and lunch was provided and there’s coffee/tea in the office.

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Google Reviews by SkillsFuture course participants

Pauline Wee

I had the pleasure of attending Chris's digital marketing photography class at FirstCom, and I must say that it was an exceptional experience. Chris's passion for photography was infectious, and his expertise in the field was truly impressive. Throughout the class, he taught us valuable skills in lighting, composition, and visual storytelling that can be applied to digital marketing. His teaching style was engaging and informative, and he provided individual feedback to each of us to help improve our skills. Overall, I highly recommend Chris's class to anyone looking to improve their photography skills for digital marketing purposes. Thank you, Chris, for your dedication and commitment to teaching us.

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Donald Puah

This course is amazing. I have learned a lot of skills and knowledge which some of these surprises my niece who is in the design industry. I am glad that I could apply these knowledge in my daily activities. Hope to apply these during my picture taking and editing of my hiking adventures.

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Matthew Mak

In my 3rd class, I took up the course on "Take Impactful Photos with Your Smartphone". I enjoyed the course as it makes me appreciate the techniques of taking impactful photos, to convey the message to the audience in a picture without words. " A picture tells a thousand words" is the key take home message! Will practice what I learned! Kudos to Christopher Tan for his sharing!

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Amanda Yam

Taking Impactful Photos with Smartphones helped me to be more aware of my picture composition and the applications learnt is useful for web designs.

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Elki Siew

Today I’ve completed the course for Take Impactful Photos with digital marketing with trainer Lee Chee Ngai. Mr Lee has conducted the class very clearly and given great guidance to us when working on the software we apply for our activities. I’ve enjoyed this course very much! :)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Mobile Photography?

Mobile photography refers to the art of capturing images using a smartphone or mobile device.

What can I do after the Mobile Photography course?

You will know the different functions on your smartphone camera app and what they do. You will be able to make use of photography techniques to take attractive, professional-looking images using your smartphone. You will also be able to use free tools like Pixlr to edit your images to change how they look or for use in marketing materials.

How long does it take to complete the Mobile Photography course?

It takes 2 days to complete this mobile photography course.

What certificates do I get after completing the Mobile Photography course?

Upon completion of this course, you will receive a Certificate of Completion by FirstCom Academy and a SkillsFuture WSQ Statement of Attainment (SOA).

What do I need to bring for the Mobile Photography course?

You will be required to use a laptop for the course. If you do not have one, we can always loan you a laptop at no charge. You may also want to bring a jacket in case you feel cold.

How do I register for the Mobile Photography course?

You can indicate your interest in the form at the bottom of this page, and our education consultant will get back to you. Alternatively, you can also complete this contact form to indicate your course interest.