A peek into the magic lamp
We’re The Genie VA!
A diverse team ranging from cat-loving folks, organization nerds, and former wedding pros who love supporting wedding photographers with admin stuff so they can focus on their passion.
MEET THE ONES WHO MAKE THE MAGIC HAPPEN
We’re here to get you back to the days when running a photography business was just about that: photography and serving your people.
And while you never needed assistants before, you’ve realized you’re no longer at a level where you can do this on your own.
We’re wedding photographer virtual assistants who understand that taking your business to the next level means stepping out of the day-to-day so you’re free to focus on the big picture.
But trying to scale it? That’s off the charts.
Building a business is hard
As a former wedding coordinator, I helped couples run one of the greatest days of their life. Now, I help wedding photographers accomplish one of the greatest challenges of their lives: managing their business!
FOUNDER OF THE GENIE VA | LEAD VIRTUAL ASSISTANT
I’m Holly!
Hey there,
The friendly neighborhood cat lady
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
Avid traveler
Your friend with the posh British accent
Harry Styles
LISTENING TO:
Hot Chocolate
SIPPING ON:
Pizza
MUNCHING ON:
Stranger Things
BINGE - WATCHING:
Around the peak district
HIKING:
GET TO KNOW ME
The more responsibilities I said “yes” to, the more time I felt anxious about dispersing my energy. I was constantly worried about making sure weddings ran smoothly, serving couples to the best of my ability, managing a team, and impressing my manager — all at the same time. (Sound familiar?)
But success didn’t come without its dark side
So when I was given the opportunity to work as a wedding and events assistant, I jumped (quite literally) at the chance.
My passion for creating meaningful human connections and my impeccable organizational skills quickly led to getting promoted to assistant wedding and events manager.
I’ve been obsessed with weddings for as long as I can remember — the atmosphere, the romance, the dresses…
A business dedicated to helping wedding photographers avoid the common pitfalls of an industry that is equal parts fulfilling and fatiguing.
a different kind of wedding business
That’s when I realized there was space for
Wedding photographers seemed to have it especially hard because of the pressure they’re under to deliver a top-notch product, the importance of their work, and the long hours they have to work without much (if any) support.
After opening up to other wedding professionals, I realized I wasn’t the only one.
Every day was a sprint. And that’s when I realized just how difficult being a wedding professional can be.
After weddings, I was exhausted, but I still had to check emails, return missed calls, and tackle a seemingly never-ending list of looming tasks. Don’t even get me started on trying to take time off…
We help give wedding photographers the space they need to create a business and life they love.
CAN I HUMBLE BRAG FOR A SEC? THE GENIE VA IS…
We’re not the type to get cold feet as soon as you sign our contract. Instead, we stay in touch and available so you always feel supported.
GHOSTERS
Every business is as unique as the person behind it. We take the time to get to know you so we can serve you in the ways you need.
COOKIE-CUTTER ASSISTANTS
We are not…
As a team of ISFJ-Ts, it’s in our nature to always be on a mission towards constant improvement.
FOREVER STUDENTS
As a Bucketlist Bombshell Tech Skills Certified VA, I know a thing or two because I’ve studied a thing or two. My team and I will take your tech woes off your shoulders.
TECH SAVVY
Setting up streamlined processes, calendar management, and inbox cleanup is our definition of a good time.
Organization nerds
We are…
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HEY I'm HOLLY!
Owner & founder of The Genie VA. A virtual assistant agency for wedding photographers
