How does At The Table work for commercial photographers and directors?
At The Table connects commercial photographers and directors with top creative buyers through curated, 1-on-1 online meetings. Artists join, show up, and connect, without cold outreach or mass marketing.
Why Commercial Photographers and Directors Choose At The Table
No cold emails or mass marketing.
Not a mass portfolio review and event to connect.
Just direct, curated meetings with the creatives with hiring power.
Cost-effective, no travel, hotels, or time away from work
Time-saving: No travel days, no setup stress. Just log in and connect.
At The Table Highlights
Curated List of Decision Makers:
Each event provides you with a robust selection of pre-vetted creative decision-makers. You’ll see current accounts, specialties, and relevant keywords to help you select the meetings that best fit your work.
Guaranteed Online Meetings:
Participate in four 20-minute one-on-one online meetings with buyers, ensuring private and focused time with each person.
Comfortable Remote Participation:
Join from your own space, no travel, no hotel costs, no time lost.
Intimate One-on-One Setup:
These are not portfolio reviews. Every session is 1:1, allowing for meaningful interaction and relationship-building.
Thoroughly Vetted Connections:
Each buyer is personally interviewed and approved to ensure a quality, aligned match.
Hassle-Free Experience:
Just show up prepared. We handle all the technical setup, timing, and logistics so you can focus on your meetings.
How At The Table Works (Step-by-Step).
Commercial Photographers and Directors are invited to curated events based on their work and experience. We match each artist with creative buyers who are aligned with their style, market, or specialty.
Browse the lineup of creative buyers
We share a curated list of vetted creative directors, art producers, and integrated producers, complete with bios, keywords, and categories.Select your 4 meetings
You choose the creative buyers most relevant to your work. We provide all the details so your meetings are aligned and meaningful.Prep your materials
You’ll receive clear guidelines to prepare your portfolio and presentation. We make it easy to know what to show and how to show up.Attend your 1-on-1 meetings online
Log in from anywhere. Each meeting is 20 minutes, private, and focused, with built-in breaks between sessions.Follow up and build relationships
After the event, you're encouraged to follow up with your connections. Many artists stay top of mind.
What Commercial Photographers and Directors Get.
4 guaranteed 1-on-1 virtual meetings with aligned creative buyers.
A professional, relaxed meeting experience, not back-to-back chaos.
Focused time to present your work, ask questions, and build rapport.
Meaningful next steps: visibility, relationship-building, and staying top of mind for future opportunities.
Summary
At The Table helps commercial photographers and directors connect with top creative buyers through curated, 1-on-1 online meetings. No gatekeeping, no guesswork, just real conversations that move your career forward.
FAQ’s
Got questions? Here’s what commercial photographers and directors usually ask before joining.
Who are the creative buyers at At The Table?
Buyers include Creative Directors, Art Directors, Integrated Producers, and brand-side decision-makers who actively hire commercial photographers and directors. Every participant is vetted for experience, current role, and alignment with the event’s creative categories.
How long are the meetings?
Each commercial photographer or director receives four private, 20-minute 1-on-1 meetings with selected creative buyers, with the option to purchase more. These sessions are hosted online and designed for a focused, relaxed connection.
Do I need a rep to join?
Not at all. At The Table is specifically built for independent commercial photographers and directors looking to create direct opportunities without the need for representation.
How do you match artists and buyers?
We provide a curated list of creative buyers for each event, complete with bios, categories, keywords, and brand associations. You choose the four who best align with your work and career direction.
Can I join if I’m early in my commercial career?
At The Table is best suited for working commercial photographers and directors with a focused portfolio and professional readiness. If you’re not quite there, we offer educational products and development resources to support your growth.
Join Us
Ready to elevate your creative journey?
Take a seat at The Table. https://www.werthetable.com/online-portfolio-event Or email us if you have questions at hi@werthetable.com
TL;DR
At The Table connects commercial photographers and directors with top creative buyers through curated, online 1-on-1 meetings — no cold outreach, no mass marketing, just curated connections that lead to being remembered.
