TERMS AND CONDITIONS

This Contract is made and entered into as of the date of all signatures affixed below by and Tiffany Hopwood Photography ("THP") and and the Associate Photographer ("Associate") whose name and address appears below. The effective term of this Contract will begin upon signing by the Associate Photographer and shall conclude upon the their completion of duties under the Contract. 

1. General Terms and Assignment. I agree to work with Tiffany Hopwood Photography as an independent contractor to provide photography services as an Associate Photographer. The Associate agrees to be the sole photographer for the event and will be responsbile for complete photography coverage. No additional photographers or assistants will be provided.

2. Equipment. As an Associate, I agree to provide my own equipment that the Associate is solely responsible for. A full frame camera, back up camera, lens with a 2.8 aperture or lower, and a off camera flash is the minimum REQUIRED equipment. 

It is the responsibility of the Associate to provide the correct equipment based on location of event, weather on date of event and other necessary factors.  THP is not liable for  providing any equipment or any damage done to the Associate's equipment. 

3 Relationship. Nothing herein shall be deemed to constitute a partnership or joint venture between the Associate and THP. 

4. Liability The Associate warrants that he/she will perform when booked for a assignment, and that he/she is liable for any loss or other financial liability due to failure to perform other than a documented medical emergency or an “Act of Nature”.

5. Assignment. The Associate may not assign, delegate or subcontract any of its rights or responsibilities under this Contract to a third party.

6. Failure to Perform. This agreement is the entire agreement between the parties and supersedes any prior oral or written agreement related to this matter between the parties. If Associate fails to perform said work, after this contract is signed, as outlined, Associate will be not receive the payment amount specified. THP will not hold Associate responsible for acts of God, acts of terrorism, war, serious illness, serious injury, death of immediate family, or other indemnify acts that would prevent Associate from completing work outlined in this contract. 

6. Cancellation. In the event that an assignment is canceled, the THP will provide notice to the Contractor as soon as practicable.  

 7. Indemnification. THP shall be held harmless for any and all injury to the Associate during the course of the videography event and the immediately surrounding events.

 

TIFFANY HOPWOOD PHOTOGRAPHY POLICIES

 

Camera Settings
Associate is responsible to shoot in full manual mode at all times and deliver all files in RAW format. It is preferable to shoot on 2 cards simultaneously with the 2nd card as a duplicate.

File Delivery
Associate agrees to meet THP to hand-deliver digital RAW files and within 2 days from the wedding date in order that sneak peek deadlines are met.

Associate agrees to store a usable copy of all of the files from the wedding for a minimum of 30 days from the date of the event.

Attire
The Associate is to wear a presentable and professional attire as stated in this contract. Our attire is business casual, preferably black, with no graphics, and not low cut. Dresses are allowed only if passed fingertips. Wear comfortable footwear, sneakers are allowed if black or brown. 

Time
Tiffany Hopwood Photography will give the Associate start-end times. Please arrive at least 15 minutes early. Each event is different; some events are shorter/ longer than anticipated. 

The amount of hours worked are not to exceed the hours listed in this agreement. The Associate agrees to a 15 min grace period should the event run over that will not be compensated. If time is going to run more than 15 min over, please contact THP for instructions. Alternatively, if the bride and groom end the event early, the Associate is free to leave and will be compensated for the full contracted time.

Copyright & Ownership of Images
All rights to images taken at any event are the sole property of Tiffany Hopwood Photography. Photos cannot to be used in any manner by the Associate photographer without written authorization of Tiffany Hopwood Photography. If written authorization is given for any purpose, the Associate must use the following format (photo by “your name”, for Tiffany Hopwood Photography). The contractor agrees not to sell any images taken during the event to any person, company, group, advertising agency.

Conduct & Client Interaction
Be professional, respectful, polite, and courteous to all participants at all times. We are there to serve our couple and their guests. During the day, please refrain from sitting in the guests view with the exception of your meal break. 

At no time, before, throughout, or after the wedding may the Associate hand out personal business cards. The Associate may not drink alcohol or smoke during a wedding.

Meals
THP will ensure you will receive a meal during your scheduled time. Meal breaks typically last about 15 minutes. If the meal is buffet style, please make sure to get your food at the beginning of the buffet service to ensure you are finished eating before any events resume. Please eat your meal away from the view of the guests.

Photography Assistants

For this event, there will be no 2nd shooter. 

In the case where no 2nd shooter is provided, THP will allow Associates to bring an assistant to help them complete their duties as long as THP has been notified in advance. Assistants will not be compensated by THP. Associates and assistants are a reflection of THP and must agree/sign that they are willing to abide by the policies listed in this agreement. Assistants will not be allowed to 2nd shoot or fill in for the Associate.

Rate and Payment

I will agree to a contracted rate of service of $150/hr to serve as the Lead Associate photographer. No additional expenses, mileage or other travel fees will be reimbursed. The hourly rate encompasses full payment for services on the wedding day.

Number of Hours: 5 Hours

Total: $750 

Payment will be made in full once all the files have been delivered within 2 days of the wedding date.