“We want to update our brand images without losing the honesty and grittiness that built our program.”
— Drew & Cristina Paulos, Owners of Unite Fitness Retreat SLC
DELIVERABLES 150 photo assets illustrating the retreat experience, formatted for digital and print media
KEYWORDS Bright, candid, supportive, diverse, high-end, serene
Shot on Fujifilm X-T30
Edited in Photoshop, VSCO G3, and Lightroom
STRATEGY Most attendees book this retreat hoping to change their appearance, so photos were undoubtedly difficult to curate. This library would not be possible without staff collaboration, consent forms, and shameless enthusiasm.
Social Media Glow-up
Dominant themes of black and gray
Unbalanced compositions with inconsistent photo quality
Captions of inspirational quotes and program promos lacking calls to action
1/20 posts include video/audio
Less than 9% follower engagement
Before
High resolution and consistent white balance
Frequent logo placement
Vibrant color communicates growth, warmth, & wellness
Content includes tips from experts, individual transformations, and series targeting key demographics
1/4 posts include video/audio
35% engagement within 3 months
After
Testimonial Design
2k lighting from above casts unflattering shadows
TV and printer in the frame
Monochrome decor
Office bustle interrupting audio
Tripod at chest level
Before
White wall naturally reflects ambient light from north window
Process easily replicable for staff with no film/interview experience
Plant decor and background add interest
Tripod height fully extended