Why don't freelance photographers qualify for DTV in Thailand if their clients are abroad?

The main discussion revolves around why freelancers, specifically photographers and videographers, do not qualify for the Digital Nomad Visa (DTV) in Thailand despite having clients abroad. Participants explain that the visa is intended for work that does not compete with local Thai jobs. They emphasize that if the freelancer needs to be physically present in Thailand to carry out their work, it can be seen as a job that could potentially be held by a Thai resident, leading to disqualification. Suggestions include documenting income and using specific job titles to strengthen the visa application, while some point out that successful applicants often have established methodologies for proving their remote work status.