TalentED

Claudia Marks

Art Director, Executive Producer, Creative Strategist

Claudia Marks
Reviews
“It was very helpful to hear some objective thoughts and advice. She gave great suggestions on things to look into and websites to check out in regards to next steps. Thank you.”
— Veteran Stylist in Los Angeles

Ways to Work With Claudia

Pick your path

2 Session Package $300

Best for: Mentees who want support after the first session, especially if you are updating a portfolio, preparing for outreach, or working through feedback.

  • 60-minute 1:1 live session
  • Personalized session summary
  • Clear next steps after the session
  • See example summaries & next steps
  • + Up to 5 follow-up messages with your mentor
  • + 30-minute follow-up session to review your progress

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Payment processed via secure portal

Mentors cannot accept payment to advise users on obtaining grants, jobs, contracts, casting decisions, admissions, or other opportunities that the mentor personally evaluates or can materially influence.

What a session looks like

Every mentor runs their sessions a little differently, but most conversations follow a structure like this.

First 10 min
Creative direction
You'll talk about your current style, interests, and where you want to take your photography.
Next 20 min
Portfolio critique
Your mentor will review your work and give detailed feedback on composition, storytelling, editing, and how your portfolio communicates your vision.
Next 20 min
Career insight
You may discuss editorial work, working with magazines, building relationships with stylists and models, and developing strong personal projects.
Last 10 min
Clarifying direction
You'll use the final part of the session to reflect on the discussion and clarify a few areas you may want to focus on next.

TalentED FAQ

How does payment work?
Your card is authorised at checkout but not charged until the mentor confirms your session. If they decline or don't respond, the hold is released automatically and you're never billed.
When will my session be confirmed?
Mentors typically confirm within 24–48 hours. You'll receive an email the moment your booking is approved, along with the session link or location details.
What if I need to cancel or reschedule?
You can cancel or reschedule from your bookings dashboard. Cancellations made more than 24 hours before the session receive a full refund. Within 24 hours, please reach out to support@talented.nyc.
How do sessions take place?
Sessions are either video (via Zoom) or in-person, depending on the mentor's availability settings. The format is shown when you select a time slot.
Is my information secure?
Yes. Payments are processed by Stripe — TalentED never stores your card details. All data is encrypted in transit and at rest.
What do I get after the session?
Every session includes a personalised summary and clear next steps sent to your email within 48 hours of the session completing.
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