Guidelines for Headshots


Dr. Diane Howard

WHAT TO ASK
When Interviewing a Photographer

by Candi Kelli 

FROM- The Actor’s Picture/Resume Book

An Actor’s Guide to Creating a Picture/Resume for Theatre, Film, and Commercials

2nd revised edition

By Jill Charles, with Tom Bloom

Published by Theatre Directories, a program of American Theatre Works,

Inc., Dorset, Vermont

 

                   1. What is the shooting fee and what exactly does it include?

                   2. When shooting, how many rolls of film will you use?

                   3. How many finished prints are included in the package?

                   4. The negative is in whose possession?

                   5. Will you arrange for a hair stylist and make-up artist?
                         If so, how much will that cost?

                   6. Exactly how many changes will you allow? Will your professional stylist
                        change hair/make-up with a change of clothing?

                   7. What is the time length of the session? Will you and I be working alone?

                   8. How long do I have to wait to see the proof sheets? How long do I have to
                         wait to obtain the final prints?

                   9. Do you offer a guarantee? If re-shooting is needed, do you charge extra?
               
                  10. What is the cost for extra prints?

                   11. Do you provide for retouching? If so, how much does it cost?

                   12. Do you make your own prints for reproduction? If not, do
                         you have a recommendation?
                        
                   13. Do I have to book very far in advance? Do you require a
                         deposit or a cancellation fee?

                   14. Will you offer a discount if I happen to return for updated photos?

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