For newbies and serious hobbyist.
Things to consider :
1. Model – know how to make contracts/release papers, if needed. Tell them the concept/theme of the shoot. Tell them what to expect after the shoot – TFCD/print, food and transpo, xdeal or paid. Know where to get them – model agency, modeling websites or get to know the model from pervious shoot – have their contact nos and schedule availability in case you will be needing their services again. Besides having or getting a model, it is important to have a personal working relationship with them. Making them at ease/relax with you before and during the shoot. Show them pegs to follow and direct them confidently during the shoot. Not a rule but an idea – show them the pictures you took and interact with them, get their opinions specially if its an xdeal shoot.
2. MUA(Make Up Artist)//HS(Hair Stylist) – let them know the concept/theme of the shoot. Tell them what will they be receiving in the end – food/transpo, xdeal or paid. Shoot raw portraits that showcase their work – makeup-for xdeals. No need to do the latter if they are paid in full.
- STYLIST. Responsible for making people look good. They also help to bring the photographer’s or director’s vision to life. Fashion stylists usually work in photo shoots, commercials, movie sets, print advertisements and music videos to style celebrities and models. Fashion stylists show the wearers’ personality and style through the clothes, wardrobes or outfits that they are wearing. They help boost the person’s self-confidence by helping them make a good impression. They basically assume all tasks related to styling and creating fashion visuals.
3. Location/Studio(fees per hr?) – outdoors(permit/no permit-paid/non paid), ex. parks, beaches, old/new bldgs, out of town. It is advantageous for all participants(model/MUA/Stylist and photographers) to meet halfway. Camera clubs have mushroomed coz of this reason.
4. Fees-contributions per head that includes food/drinks. It is advisable that fees be collected before the shoot. This gives the organizer a lot of time to audit who and who does not-pay, rather than getting it at the end of the shoot where everybody is gone. Total collected pay will be sliced based on what fees needed to be paid(model/MUA/Stylist/Location or studio).
5. participants-total number. This is important for the success and failure of the shoot. Need to make sure that the numbers being met, otherwise, the organizer will pay for the rest. Meaning, the model/MUA/Stylist fees, food and transpo, location or studio fees and other behind the scene fees. Flakers/non-confirming are not encourage here.
6. Photo submission – a week after the shoot date. In CD/Print or can be downloaded thru multiply/flickr or email. Should be committed on what was agreed upon before and every shoot.
7. Multiply/flickr/facebook posting. Include the name of model(s), MUA/Hairstylist and Location shoot(optional).
