Second shooter code of ethics

Sp1207 wrote in post #11921298
If a guest specifically asked for your business card and had no intention of seeing the main I don't get why you said no.

Realistically I'm much more concerned about pissing off planners than other photogs.

Because its not my role. Part of the perks of being a main shooter is to network. Just like I do not send photos to the florist, planner, officiant, etc. because it is not my place. And what if the main saw me giving out my card without knowing what was going on. I am find with a second handing out their information if it is something like a friend that they want to catch up with, but if it is for business I believe it is completely uncalled for.

I actually have it in my contract that any photographer who is working for/with me must be supportive only of my brand and is forbidden from promoting their own business.

Peacefield wrote in post #11922423
I actually have it in my contract that any photographer who is working for/with me must be supportive only of my brand and is forbidden from promoting their own business.

That's why I said above that the best business ethics are those that are written and have signatures at the bottom.

siddr20 wrote in post #11909235
Have a read of this. I send all my 2nd shooter this link:
http://208.116.8.147 …-tips-for-second-shooting

Ironically, JD just updated this post...here's the most recent one. It's got some great new advice.

http://www.jasminestar​blog.com …e-to-proactive-nd-shooter

helloagain36 wrote in post #11951242
Ironically, JD just updated this post...here's the most recent one. It's got some great new advice.

http://www.jasminestar​blog.com …e-to-proactive-nd-shooter

Thanks for the update, those are some great tips too. Now, if I can only find someone to second shoot with me for 5 years...

Red Tie Photography wrote in post #11951271
Thats for the update, those are some great tips too. Now, if I can only find someone to second shoot with me for 5 years...

No kidding...even better if it is someone you don't need to pay because you are married to them.

Bryan,
It is depending on how much you want to pay me .
Hope that I passed the COE the last time I shot for you

Red Tie Photography wrote in post #11951271
Thanks for the update, those are some great tips too. Now, if I can only find someone to second shoot with me for 5 years...

Tigerkn wrote in post #11981467
Bryan,
It is depending on how much you want to pay me .
Hope that I passed the COE the last time I shot for you

Kevin,
You did great. I just need a few more weddings booked.