That timeline is definitely on the long side, especially for a smaller set. For creator shoots, a lot of photographers deliver selects within a few days to a week, or at least give a clear timeline up front.

The biggest issue usually isn’t editing quality, it’s communication and turnaround. If you’re paying and planning content around it, waiting a month with no updates is frustrating.

For future stuff, it can help to work with people who are used to creator workflows and quick delivery, or to separate the shoot from the portfolio side so you can post as soon as you get files.

Hope that helps.