Three Reasons Hiring Black Photographers is Important

Hiring black photographers is an important step towards creating a more diverse and inclusive workplace. Here at Viscera Studio we believe in prioritizing diversity. Having more diversity on staff can help companies create content that resonates with a wider audience and better reflects the diversity of their customers.

It can help to create a more positive and equitable environment, as well as provide opportunities for those who may not have had access to them before.

Here are three reasons why hiring black photographers is essential:

Representation Matters

Hiring Black photographers allows us to see ourselves represented in the photographs we view. It gives us the opportunity to see our stories told through the lens of someone who looks like us and has experienced life from our perspective

Raina Jackson, Purple Raina Self Care

Showcase Cultural Diversity

Having Black photographers on staff will help showcase cultural diversity in your photography portfolio and create more authentic images that represent different cultures, communities, and lifestyles.

Latoya McInnis, COCOACENTRIC

Support Local Communities

By hiring Black photographers, you are providing an opportunity for local creatives to further develop their skills and make a living doing something they love while also helping support their local community.

Kemi Amin

It’s been great to see organizations like Diversify Photos dedicated to the advancement of black photographers since my own photography journey began in 2012. I hope editors keep opening their doors to a more diverse creative roster.