This episode of the Colour Plane Podcast, hosted by Jesse Toniolo and Jack Macdonald, features an interview with freelance photographer Karabo Tlokotsi.
In this episode, they discuss Karabo's journey in the industry, her work with brands like Nike, Champion, and Footlocker, and the challenges she's faced as a woman in a male-dominated field.
They also touch on her love for sneakers, her social media approach, and the importance of valuing one's time and setting boundaries as a freelancer. Karabo highlights the significance of building a portfolio through unpaid work early in her career.
00:00 - Introducing Karabo
00:30 - Karabo's Love for Sneakers
02:30 - Social Media
07:00 - Photography
10:00 - Brands Karabo has Worked With
12:00 - Summer Jam
16:00 - Working as a Freelancer
20:00 - Creating a Healthy Work/Life Balance and Avoiding Creative Burnout
24:00 - Time Management
26:00 - How Karabo Values Her Time and Her Skillset
31:00 - Culture and Trends
36:30 - Advice for Female Creatives in the Industry