APA DC

Hey everyone! APA DC is looking for a new director! This paid part-time position is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to deepen their connection with the professional photography community in the region and create positive change in the industry through education, networking, and support.

Responsibilities include: Assisting in creating social and educational events, maintaining the website, producing a monthly newsletter sharing chapter and industry news, communicating with members on an as needed basis, and generally helping to keep the chapter happy and healthy.

The ideal candidate works well independently, is able to generate fresh ideas, excels in both written and verbal communication, and has great organizational skills. This paid position is approximately 10 hours per week and is largely flexible with the exception of recurring monthly meetings and chapter events.

You can find the application link in our bio.

Hey everyone, meet another addition to our board, Taylor Monet!

Taylor Monet is a Washington, DC–based commercial photographer specializing in corporate events, conferences, and brand imagery for organizations producing high-visibility events, campaigns, and brand experiences.

As the founder of Taylor Monet Photography, she works with Fortune 500 companies, national nonprofits, policy institutions, and high-growth brands to create strategic visual assets that support communications, marketing, and brand positioning. Her work spans high-level conferences, executive portraiture, brand campaigns, and large-scale live events, with a focus on producing imagery that is both visually compelling and immediately usable across platforms.

Taylor approaches photography through a commercial and storytelling lens, shaped by her background in film, media, and advertising. She is known for her ability to anticipate key moments, navigate fast-paced environments, and deliver work that aligns with both creative direction and business objectives. Her clients range from global corporations and nationally recognized institutions to emerging brands and founders building their visual identity.

As a member of the APA DC Board, Taylor brings firsthand understanding of how community and relationships shape careers, as well as a commitment to ensuring more photographers, particularly those underrepresented in the commercial market, have access to both.

Welcome aboard, ! 🎉

After nearly 8 years with APA|DC, Katie Dance () has stepped down from the board. We want to take a moment to thank Katie for the extraordinary impact she’s had on our chapter and the broader DC photo community.

Under Katie’s leadership, our membership grew by over 50%. We raised $12,000 to fund four recipients of the LGBTQIAP+ Photography Grant, launched our Focus on Wellness program with Hannele Lahti, and curated private museum tours featuring Gordon Parks, Devin Allen, Dorothea Lange, and the Photography and the Black Arts Movement exhibition. Katie spearheaded the relaunch of our portfolio reviews, nearly 400 over the past two years, opening doors for our photographers at the LA Times, NBC News, WIRED, and beyond. She led the development our Assistant & Crew list, secured national and local partnerships with PhotoMechanic, Union206, Aperturent, B&H, Think Tank, and ProPhoto DC, and helped launch the Expert Series with Carleen Mitchell that will guide our programming this year.

Katie, thank you for your vision, your dedication, and your friendship. You’ve left a legacy here, and we’re so excited to see what you do next. 📸✨