TV Show interested in some photos

Got a call from a fighter whom I've shot fighting before (I've done a lot of MMA photography). Apparently, he is going to be on an episode of the Cake Boss and they like some photos of him (I shot). I don't know all of the details yet but just curious as to how I should approach this from a compensation standpoint.

I know I need to get an idea of exactly what they want the photos for, which will help determine what I might charge. But not sure if anyone else has any experience in dealing a tv show using photos.

Thanks.

I'd think you are going to need more details as it pertains to if they are expecting the fighter to supply his own pics (so he is responsible for the cost) or if the show is wanting to be the one asking for the pics from you (they would be responsible).

For your sake, I hope it is the show that wants these specific photos since their pockets are deeper.

Good luck!

BlurredImage wrote in post #14367770
I'd think you are going to need more details as it pertains to if they are expecting the fighter to supply his own pics (so he is responsible for the cost) or if the show is wanting to be the one asking for the pics from you (they would be responsible).

For your sake, I hope it is the show that wants these specific photos since their pockets are deeper.

Good luck!

I'm with you. I'm waiting on a call from the producer (or someone else from the show) but, apparently, they want 2 of my photos to use as still photos for the show.

We'll see what they say when I hear from them.

I'm sure its for when he walks into the bakery and they do a little "intro" on him and want to show a couple of photos of him in action.

The best question is always "what is your budget for this?".

This is that show on TLC, right?

How would they have learned about your photos, if not through the fighter?

BreitlingFan wrote in post #14368400
This is that show on TLC, right?

How would they have learned about your photos, if not through the fighter?

They have researchers who will check out potential guests/contestants and could easily have just googled the person and looked at images.... alternatively the fighter may well have pointed them to the images. Either way it doesn't much matter. What is important is whose pocket the money is coming out of to pay for the images.

CosmoKid wrote in post #14368233
I'm sure its for when he walks into the bakery and they do a little "intro" on him and want to show a couple of photos of him in action.

The best question is always "what is your budget for this?".

That is the exact question I'll be asking when I speak with them.

Dan Marchant wrote in post #14369145
They have researchers who will check out potential guests/contestants and could easily have just googled the person and looked at images.... alternatively the fighter may well have pointed them to the images. Either way it doesn't much matter. What is important is whose pocket the money is coming out of to pay for the images.

He owns a gym around the corner from them and one of the guys in the bakery grappled with him on the show. Apparently, they saw photos of him fighting (my photos) and inquired about using them on the show. I do believe they're for the intro on him.

However it turns out, I have to say it's kinda interesting. A little different than an MMA magazine wanting to publish my photos (for free). I certainly don't expect to get rich but would like some compensation. We'll see...

I'm sure there is a budget. Probably not a ton, but I bet they throw you some money.

My wedding cake is from that bakery. From 11 years ago. Before they were TV stars.

CosmoKid wrote in post #14371967
I'm sure there is a budget. Probably not a ton, but I bet they throw you some money.

My wedding cake is from that bakery. From 11 years ago. Before they were TV stars.

I'm certainly not expecting any kind of windfall, just would like a little something.

I used to live in Clifton so I know the store and the area. I'm in FL now.

GadgetRick wrote in post #14372289
I'm certainly not expecting any kind of windfall, just would like a little something.

I used to live in Clifton so I know the store and the area. I'm in FL now.

I live in Nutley

Keep us posted on what happens.

CosmoKid wrote in post #14372730
I live in Nutley

Keep us posted on what happens.

Nutley is a great town. I forget the name of the bagel shop right across from the high school. Great bagels and I know the owner. Hard to get good bagels here in FL....

I got a vm from the show earlier, just haven't had a chance to call them back. Been busy editing photos from a wedding I shot.

Nutley Bagel Boy. Mike is the owner. But I think that depends on the last time you were in there.

Isn't that crazy tanning lady from Nutley? Are you guys bombarded with paparazzi looking for her? lol

http://www.tmz.com …-patricia-krentcil-video/

The crazy tanning lady is from Nutley, but us normal people are trying to deny she is from here. She's actually from Nutlee. Yeah. Thats it. I swear.