Making a side income as a photographer in the Philippines today is a great way to sustain your creative career. That’s why understanding how to sell Lightroom presets as a photographer can be a start for your side gigs.
To begin, you need to know what Lightroom presets are, how to sell them & where to sell them using the SHOP feature from SociaBuzz.
What Are Lightroom Presets?
Lightroom presets are pre-configured image filters used within Adobe Lightroom to instantly adjust settings like exposure, contrast, color temperature & tone.
Unlike basic social media filters, presets apply sophisticated, non-destructive edits that maintain image quality while dramatically altering the mood & aesthetic of a photo.
What to Know Before Selling Lightroom Presets
Before you can start learning how to sell Lightroom presets as photographers, let’s find out why selling Lightroom presets is a popular source of side income for photographers:
– Near-zero production costs with near-100% profit margins
– Passive income model (create once, sell forever)
– Global market access without geographic limitations
– Alignment with Filipino content creator culture
Here are the potential income figures for Filipino photographers that can help boost their monthly salary of PHP 16,000 – 25,000 through selling Lightroom presets (salary data collected from Jobstreet):
Beginner Lightroom preset seller (6 months): USD 1,140 – 2,280 annually (PHP 68,400 – PHP 136,800)
To understand these numbers, here’s the breakdown:
- Number of preset packs created: 3
- Average price per pack: USD 19 (PHP 1,140)
- Monthly sales per pack: 5-10 units
- Monthly income: USD 95 – 190 (PHP 5,700 – 11,400)
- Annual income: USD 1,140 – 2,280 (PHP 68,400 – 136,800)
If Filipino photographers can promote their presets consistently, these figures will increase & will greatly support their careers as photographers.
Who Can Buy & Use Lightroom Presets
Who can purchase your Lightroom presets & use them for various purposes?
- Professional photographers & amateur hobbyists
- Influencers & content creators
- Your community of fans & supporters
How to Sell Lightroom Presets with SHOP from SociaBuzz
Here’s what to do when you need to prepare your presets:
Step 1: Create & Export Your Presets
Open Lightroom Classic & apply your signature edits to a high-quality image. Once satisfied, click the “+” icon in the Presets panel & select “Create Preset.” Check the settings you want to include & name it clearly (e.g., “Neon Cyberpunk Stream”).
To make it accessible for mobile users, export the edited image as a DNG file (File > Export > Format: DNG).
Step 2: Package Your Product
Group 5 to 10 related presets into a cohesive pack. Create a ZIP file containing the desktop preset files (.xmp) & the mobile files (.dng), along with a simple PDF guide explaining how to install them.
Once you’ve prepared the Lightroom presets, here’s how to sell Lightroom presets on SociaBuzz’s SHOP feature:
1. Log in to your SociaBuzz account
2. Click “Use this feature” in the SHOP feature
3. Click “Edit Shop”
4. Click “Page Settings” & complete all the information
5. Click “Products & Creations” & upload what you want to sell
6. Share your SHOP page link on social media & in your community
FAQ
1. Can I sell presets if I only use the free Lightroom mobile app?
While you can create edits on mobile, you need the desktop version (Lightroom Classic) to properly export & package presets as sellable files (.xmp & .dng) for your buyers.
2. How do I price my preset packs for my audience?
Analyze similar photographers who have the same business, but consider your community’s demographics. Offer different bundles like a basic pack for $10 & a premium bundle for $25 to cater to different buyer types.
3. Do my buyers need a paid Adobe subscription to use my presets?
No. If you provide your presets as DNG files, your buyers can install & use them entirely on the free Lightroom mobile app.
4. How do I handle customer support if someone can’t install the presets?
Include a clear, step-by-step PDF installation guide in your ZIP file. You can create a quick 2-minute tutorial video & put it in the same ZIP file.
Photographers can start earning more today by selling Lightroom presets by signing up at https://sociabuzz.com
