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THE SET COLLECTIVE CONTRIBUTORS

Where Chicago’s Creatives Get Connected, Hired and Highlighted.

THE CONTRIBUTOR PROGRAM

The SET Collective Contributor Program is a selective creative roster within The SET Collective designed for artists, stylists, producers, photographers, videographers, designers, editors, and innovative creators ready to take the next step in their careers.

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Contributors receive job placement through SET, community visibility, and professional development opportunities while maintaining full independence in their creative career.

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This is not a membership tier — it’s a recognition of your craft, professionalism, and potential.

HOW IT WORKS

  1. Apply with your portfolio

  2. Get vetted + approved

  3. Pay small Contributor Admin Fee

  4. SET sends you job opportunities

  5. You complete the work

  6. SET takes a 20% placement commission, you keep 80% of your rate

  7. Unlock amazing perks!

✓ Paid opportunities

✓ Discounted studio hours

✓ Discounted event rates

✓ Host your own workshops

✓ Contributor spotlights

✓ Exclusive mixers & group chat

✓ Priority access to events

✓ SET Exclusive Partner discounts

✓ Co-working space access

✓ Supportive creative community

WHAT YOU GET

APPLY FOR CONSIDERATION (COMING SOON)

MEET THE PROFESSIONALS...

PHOTOGRAPHERS

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TORI HOWARD

(TORI TORSION PHOTOGRAPHY)

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RENA NALTSAS

(RENA CAPTURES)

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MICHAEL GOMEZ

(SHOT BY GOMEZ)

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BRANDON BIRDI

(ON BRAND TRAVELS)

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SONNY BLACK

(THE CHI EDIT)

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VALERIE RASOS

(RASO SNAPSHOT)

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GLENN WHILLOUBY

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OSCAR MONTES

(OM PHOTOGRAPHY)

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TRAVIS BARRON

(CRYSTAL LOTUS STUDIOS)

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BERNY ECHAVARRIA

(HOLY COW PRODUCTIONS)

WARDROBE STYLISTS

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CAM FRANK

(CAM CURATES)

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CHRISTINA SCHUTZ

(THE FASHION FOUNDRY)

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OMAR O

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CAROLINE BENNETT

(MESSY STITCHEZ)

MODELS

VIDEOGRAPHERS

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JOSHUA SALAMEA

(SALAMEA MARKETING)

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ABEL JUAREZ

(ABEL JUAREX MEDIA)

AUDIO ENGINEERS

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RODESCU HOPKINS JR II

(PODCASTING)

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ROCSMOOV

(SOUND DESIGN)

HAIR & MAKEUP ARTISTS

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NIKKI VENTURA

EVENT PRODUCERS

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MAXINE BLACK

(MM PRODUCTIONS)

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LIV ROSKOS

(LIV MORE MEDIA)

INTERESTED IN BECOMING A CONTRIBUTOR?

Apply to join our selective roster of creatives who want paid opportunities, visibility, and community.

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Become a Contributor. Step into your spotlight.

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