Rent a second shooter wedding photography

Many photographers prefer to have second shooters to help them during events, especially large weddings. Rent or become, a second photographer,    \

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 you can work in a job very complicated, difficult, and sometimes downright nightmare. You hire a photographer to come during one of the biggest weddings of his time and help them, and the photographer is late, unprepared, dead batteries, no flash and a completely different camera system. To avoid this kind of situation, read this post and make sure you thoroughly prepared. Sure it is a difficult task represents someone else to have your company. But if you are willing, you can make the experience enjoyable and memorable, for all those involved.

1) The difference between a second shooter and assistant

First things first, without diving too deep semantics, I would like to clarify the difference between a second shooter and assistant. A second shooter is a photographer called / asked / hired to work with the main photographer of a certain event. A wizard on the other hand, is not necessarily a photographer - it could be anyone who is hired to help the main photographer, your computer in your / accept and carry out simple tasks such as lights celebration, reflectors, while etc seconds Shooters can also Additional functions perform (if accepted earlier), note that could be qualified professionals such as yourself. Wizards, on the other hand, can be internal or student photographers who are hired to help, and they are there to learn. Whether you work, a binding contract should be organized with clearly defined duties and quotas and previously signed.

Before I with someone, you should know exactly why you need an assistant or a second shooter. What are you looking at that person, and what exactly you help? Maybe you need someone for a wider coverage of the event. Maybe you need a person dedicated photography decorative details. Or do you need someone. Operate your computer during the filming In general, if you need someone not to take pictures, you're always better by hiring an assistant. Some professional photographers often seek a second shooter when in fact only an assistant. It is important to clarify what exactly the person you need to hire.

2) The choice of a second shooter

I classify second shooter into three categories:

Those who want to expand their portfolio. The first time I decided someone for the second shot, it was solely for the collection of photos from my own portfolio and I do not care about money. Sure, the money was a bonus, but my main goal is to get good photos to start my wedding work was. I thought I had an ability to do the needful, and was willing to push myself a little further. This is what ultimately photographers who wanted to hire me as your second shooter, informed. I also like the flexibility of being able to use the photos I took during the event to my personal blog. Although I like these photos do not have Facebook, the end of the day to a publication or label any seller, I like the idea of ​​being able to have the picture of my 8 hours of hard work, regardless of whether I decide to put it on my Blog or not allowed. When a photographer for a second shooter on the search is not satisfied with their terms and are not satisfied with what you have to offer, should not be hard to find someone.

Those who would like to experience. Such photographers often starting out, looking forward to working with you to gain experience in wedding photography. They are not necessarily interested in making money now or building a portfolio in the near future. Your first priority is to learn the art of someone with lots of experience.

Those who want to make money. We all know that most photographers do not make a lot of money usually. I do not want to rain on your parade if you are a top starter, but the truth must be told. Many times photographers need a little more money to support their families, pay for the car or at least keep their expensive hobbies. In these cases, the photographers, the chances of a second shot to earn some extra money. Who are thus paid for by money normally correspond with the main contactors and agree to the photos anywhere.

3) If you find a second shooter

Successful photographers fill up very quickly and most of them do not like it, forced as a second shooter at the wedding season for another photographer. This is certainly there for most wedding photographers true. But always a lot of options, as the market of wedding photography is very generally saturated. In any case, try not to see too far in advance of the event and start booking their second shooter closer to the start of the wedding season. During this time of year, or so photographers know if they are booked for the dates you need.

If you constantly second shooter in your business, a separate page on your blog full of guidelines and information for the second shooter is an attractive place to start. If you have a site of its kind, second shooters are photographers (aspiring mostly) well-known, commonly used to contact you themselves. Maintain contacts and to keep their portfolios in choosing the right one for your needs.

Hit people more confidence and know how they work. If you shoot before with another photographer, please email them first and see if they are available for the day of the event.

Thanks to social media, the other option is to find a perfect partner on Facebook. If you are a member of Facebook, chances are you know a lot of photographers in your area. They can be small or large groups of photographers come near you and you can send your inquiries there. For example, I am a member of two Facebook groups called "Mile High" and "Photographers Colorado Wedding Photographers". Every day a lot to do in the two groups do and I see requests second shooter there all the time. Depending on the composition of the group, you should be able to at least several candidates who are interested in what you have to offer to get.

4) The payment of the second shooter

When it comes to pay a second shooter, every market is different. If you (which should be your priority, while creating a business) a good financial plan and know exactly how you distribute your money, you will know how much you can afford to pay for your second shot. Note that you are there to make your job easier, but still need to be paid. To hire a photographer in California could be a little more expensive than in Colorado. Therefore, make a preliminary inquiry and find out what., The current prices of the country of residence Make sure you have enough to offer the services of the second shooter. Some want to be paid per hour, while others easily with a single payment for the event.

If the event is far from their places of second shooter, you may have to make a longer trip and pay for the car.

5) contract

While working with your best friend could be large and comfortable for you, keep in mind that a contract is in force not to hurt the parties involved. This should be a high preference for both the first and second shooter shooter. If you make an agreement from the beginning, the agony of going through it will save later or remember the contract if something goes wrong. Also a psychological contract involves someone more responsible towards the work than they are normally.

While a contract "template" virtually every time come, you send the job to the second shooter for comment. Better yet, publish the terms of his contract while looking for a second shooter. To lure that will only agree with what you have to offer. If the second shooter of choice wants something changed to make the contract, to the extent reasonable changes, you should be able to the desired changes.

Do yourself a favor and the contract prior to the event and not after it is over. Once I was a second shooter and I was totally unprepared photographer captured by the principal after the wedding was over. Not only was the unpleasant situation, but also beat the purpose why to start the event.

6) What should be included in the contract between the first and second shooter?

The agreement between the photographer and the second main shooter must include the entire scope of work for this special event. This begins from what by the independent contractor (who is the photographer for hire) is expected. A good contract should include, how much the date and time of the event paid to the independent contractor, the number of hours that they expected that the employment relationship, work products, production and delivery of mailings, insurance work, are, project requirements, arbitration / legal mandates, coverage prices, changes and all other extras. This is a serious document, not a half a page of gibberish.

7) art photo of a second shooter must

This is entirely up to you. Select someone who is best suited, the device has to suit your workflow and rules. Better yet, a list of all your equipment preferences while you place the note to hire a second shooter. Do not be intimidated if the second team shooter is better than yours. While having a good team, a photographer can give a lot of flexibility and reliability, the person behind the camera that matters! Is this your artistic vision that drives the process. This would also be a good time to let the shooter know his second delivery of the finished images. Do you want to use your second shooter on the memory card instead of them? Would you like to use their cards and send photos later like? Which format do you prefer to use your second shooter? While his contract is all containing these terms, do not take the second shooter unprepared to say the details on the day of the event.

8) The communication with the second shooter, before and during the event

The communication with the second shooter is as important as communication with your customers. Note that events such as Weddings are updated by a kind of occurrence and effectively unrecoverable. Be sure to submit all necessary information about the event for the second shooter before the contract date. Be sure to tell them what to wear and what to expect from the places that you will be working in.

During the event seconds to clear their shooters and make sure you are comfortable with the tasks they have been given instructions. If your second shooter is a woman before to photograph the groom, be sure to ask if they are comfortable men photographed. I do not see why it should not be, but I'll leave it on a guess. Divide and conquer is a big plus when you have a second shooter. If you rely on your second shooter (I wait for you after all the trouble you went through to set them) covered some bases are detail shots, photographed events decoration, etc. If you do not know, ask to stay your Choosing hairstyles for fat women second shooter constantly in view and helps to photograph the highlights of the event. The last thing I want is in the other shots. With two different lenses when photographing more or less give you some flexibility to avoid bombing photos of those important moments.

9) elucidation of the second shooter

Inform. The second shooter for his style and the way they work with their customers Clearly explain your second shooter that clients only communicate with you. When customers come to find them for advice, the advice of your second shooter immediately to you first. Explain your work ethic and explain that your second shooter is there to represent you and your brand. Which means that on this day a part of your brand will be! I assume that the second shooter know these things already.

Last but not least, be kind to those who work. Having great interpersonal skills can each time it is worth and to create a pleasant atmosphere. Weddings are a bit messy in general, and the last thing you want is a second shooter panic. Do not forget that people make mistakes, so forgiving and merciful. Who knows, maybe your second shooter will be your business partner a day!