What are your must-haves when you're out on assignment?
When I work, I try to have two different plans. The first is my security and logistical plan. As part of that plan, I include an emergency contact, maps, food, communication, electricity, internet, light, and whether I need an assistant or security. All of these are kept in a Word document or my cell phone notes.
Whenever I work on an assignment, I also make a list of what images I need and where to find them. For example, when covering a protest, I write down which portraits or documentary pictures I need. It is also helpful for me to find someone in the community who can let me know when it is appropriate to go and whether security is in place.
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