Accelerator
Build a Business That Thrives All Year with Clients You Love
Whether you're aspiring or seasoned, the TFP Accelerator provides you with everything you need to sustainably grow your photography and videography business, all in one place.
Memberships
Decide how much support you want.
“Since joining the program, I have gone from 2 clients to 10 clients. Before joining, my average invoice was close to $3,000. Now, my average has raised to $5,000, with a few of my invoices in the last 6 months reaching 5 figures!
The difference in my business is night and day--I feel empowered now, and that has translated my confidence to potential clients, and the energy and work just keeps flowing!”
Kirsten Nicole
@knicolephoto
Specializing in colorful and clean lines for innovative beauty brands 🌸 Utah based, working with clients nationwide
Accelerator Success
"The knowledge and resources that Paul has shared are unmatched."
I joined to learn the business side of freelancing, and the program delivered. But the community has been the real highlight. Having peers who understand the same challenges has made all the difference.
Brainstorming pitches, celebrating wins, and sharing trends has become my favorite part.
JASON LUONG
The 6 Pillars
Curriculum
These 6 Ps are foundational pillars that we love coaching our program members on in order to build a sustainable freelance business.
01
Positioning
Positioning allows you to carve out your own lane in the freelance industry. We'll take you step-by-step through developing messaging that speaks to your target clientele, allows for you to charge premium rates, and sets you apart from other photographers.
3 Sections
15 Lessons
9hr 37m
02
Portfolio
Design a well-thought-out portfolio that does the heavy lifting for you. We'll help you understand all of the necessary components to include and perfect on your website and social media channels so that brand decision-makers can quickly understand that you'd be a good fit for their projects.
4 Sections
19 Lessons
10hr 33m
TFP IRL WORKSHOP
03
Pitching
Pitching can be light and fun. We'll show you strategies that allow you to showcase the value you provide to brands and charge premium rates for your services. Get ready to fall in the love the process of landing new clients.
7 Sections
29 Lessons
15hr 7m
04
Pricing
Our approach to pricing involves tailoring your rates to the project at hand. We do this by providing our members with overall benchmarks, and then helping them craft bids based on their skill level, comparable references within our client portal, and the unique scope of the projects. We also help you implement proven upsell strategies to unlock bigger profits.
3 Sections
14 Lessons
13hr 1m
05
Production
We'll help you navigate everything that happens after you book a project. Learn the best industry practices for talent scouting, location scouting, hiring contractors, getting insurance, charging fees, managing schedules, overcoming conflicts, and even asset delivery.
2 Sections
5 Lessons
3hr 1m
06
Partner
Everything we do is focused on long-term relationships. We've designed an end-to-end client experience you can steal for your own business to seamlessly transition your favorite one-off clients into retainers that pay you monthly or quarterly for consistent content and campaigns.
2 Sections
14 Lessons
9hr 28m
Toolkit
We never want you to start from a blank screen (unless you want to). Get access to every tool you can think of including contract templates, email scripts, income projection planners, production guides, proposal decks, discovery call outlines, and much more.
“What sets this program apart is its systematic approach to transforming artistic passion into a viable business venture.
Within six months of the program, I experienced a notable surge in paid creative opportunities, securing a nine-month retainer with a new client for ongoing social media content and specialized shoots, alongside landing my first high-value project exceeding the 5K mark for a discerning client within my niche.”
Chaz
@chazand.co
Costa Rica and Montreal-Based Portrait & Lifestyle Photographer
Active Members
Program Alumni
Wins Posted in Community
Community
Connect & Network
with Peers
Our coaching accelerator puts community at the center. Our members can post threads asking for help, direct message other members (or start a group chat right in our portal), and talk through ideas together on our Group Strategy Calls.
Community Spaces
Imagine being welcomed into a community of over 150 other freelancers—the kind of community that never misses a beat in lifting you up when you're down or congratulating you on your most recent success. 'Community over competition' isn't just a saying to us; it's the fundamental principle of our program.
Get Feedback on Projects
A second, third, or fourth set of eyes?
Strategize with Peers Who Get It
Need help figuring out what direction to go?
Celebrate and Debrief the Wins
Dive into the results.
Community Over Competition
Running a freelance business can be lonely.
Hands down, the best way to learn is to see it happening in real-time. This is that group for you. It’s like a being on a team with shared goals and values, and it feels awesome.
Real freelancers,
transformational journeys.
Hear from current and past members
Our Membership
You don't need to have it all figured out to belong here.
Join, go at your own speed, connect with like-minded freelancers, and take advantage of our tools, trainings, and resources.
All Housed Within Our Private Portal
When you join, you'll be invited to create an account in our client portal. This is where you'll get access to RSVP for future events, post and comment in the community forums, direct message us and your peers, and go through all the tools and trainings.
"Through the program I gained a lot of knowledge on the business side of freelancing. It has helped me feel more confident when it comes to pitching my services and selling myself. I feel like I have gained invaluable knowledge as to how I should be running my business, working with clients, pricing my services and gaining more clients.
I am now primarily work in the outdoor brand niche and have been able to solidify two retainer clients. This has been huge for my financially stability."
Ian MacFadyen
@ianfilmed
Denver Based Photographer + Videographer Working With Outdoor Brands
Featured Members
Current and Alumni
Founded by Paul Weaver
After working with over 100 brands as a freelance photographer and videographer, Paul set out to build a platform for helping other freelancers build sustainable, long-term businesses.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who is TFP Accelerator designed for?
TFP Accelerator is built for aspiring and working brand, commercial, and freelance photographers who want to build a sustainable client-based business.
If your goal is to work with brands, agencies, or commercial clients, this program is designed for you.
How do I know if TFP Accelerator is a good fit for me?
You will thrive inside the Accelerator if you want structure, proven systems, and a clear roadmap for consistently landing paid brand work.
Whether you are just getting started or already shooting commercially, the program helps you level up your business with strategies used by working commercial photographers today.
What is the difference between the Accelerator and Accelerator + Coaching?
Accelerator:
Self-guided, on-demand curriculum that teaches you the full system for building a commercial photography business.
Accelerator + Coaching:
Everything inside the Accelerator plus live coaching calls with Paul, guest sessions with industry experts, hot seats, and personalized support that helps you implement faster and with more confidence.
What happens on the live coaching calls?
The live sessions cover advanced business strategy, portfolio reviews, marketing deep dives, and conversations with brand decision makers and industry leaders.
Members can ask questions, get clarity on their next steps, and receive direct support from Paul.
Which tier should I choose?
Choose Accelerator if you prefer to learn independently at your own pace.
Choose Accelerator + Coaching if you want guidance, accountability, and access to high-level conversations that help shorten your learning curve.
What if I do not have a niche yet?
That is completely normal. We help you clarify your niche, refine your portfolio, and position your offerings so you can start attracting the right commercial clients, even if you are early in your journey.
I am not based in the United States. Will this work for me?
Yes. The systems, strategies, and client acquisition methods inside the program work globally. We have international members who are building commercial photography businesses in their own markets and online.
How much time is required each week?
The Accelerator + Coaching Tier is designed to fit into a working photographer’s schedule. Most members spend 2 to 3 hours per week going through lessons and implementing what they learn. Coaching calls typically run 60 to 90 minutes.
When do I get access to the program portal?
You receive access immediately. Once you sign up, you can get started with the full Accelerator curriculum and view the upcoming call schedule if you join the coaching tier.
Am I able to upgrade my membership later?
Yes. You can upgrade from Accelerator to Accelerator + Coaching at any time. Your pricing will be prorated so you keep the value of what you have already paid.
What are the payment options?
We offer monthly subscriptions for both tiers along with discounted annual plans. When you pay in full for 12 months, you unlock exclusive annual bonuses and additional savings.
Are there refunds?
Because this program includes immediate digital access and, in the coaching tier, access to live events, refunds are not offered. We are confident that if you show up and take action, the program will give you everything you need to grow a profitable commercial photography business.
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