Gradution Packages

[sketchmediagroup]

Hey I trying to get into doing seniors and i have the hardest time developing a good package for parent for prints. can anyone please give me some reference or ideas o where to start

[LDB]

I mean this to be helpful not to be mean or picking on you so please keep that in mind. The first and one important thing I can see that you need to do is perfect your grammar and writing. I realize it's easy for stupid computers to fail to capitalize an I when people type but that's something you should find and correct in proof reading prior to submitting. You also have grammar and punctuation problems that should be corrected. I won't suggest it's right but there are a number of people who would look at one's English and grammar and let that affect their choice of who to hire. Good luck.

[a2rob]

Originally Posted by LDB

I mean this to be helpful not to be mean or picking on you so please keep that in mind. The first and one important thing I can see that you need to do is perfect your grammar and writing. I realize it's easy for stupid computers to fail to capitalize an I when people type but that's something you should find and correct in proof reading prior to submitting. You also have grammar and punctuation problems that should be corrected. I won't suggest it's right but there are a number of people who would look at one's English and grammar and let that affect their choice of who to hire. Good luck.

Leo, it was just a simple question..
Original Poster, I do not have the answer that you are looking for, you may want to take a look around your area and get a general ideas of the prices available and base that on your time and materials.

[monique_evette]

I am still in the stages of developing a good solid package, but here is one that I offer now and have worked for me:

Package 4 $425 (the most popular one)
2 hours of shooting time
2 Locations
4X6 Professional album
8X10 College
$75 print credit

Package 3: $345
2 hour session
1 Location
4X6 proof album
$50 Print Credit

Package 2 $275
1 Hour Session
1 Location
8 Layout Folio
30 Wallets
$25 Print Credit

Package 1 $195
1 Hour Session
1 Location
30 Wallets
$10 Print Credit

The 4X6 album is the commencement album offered by Tap. You can buy it at the Houston Camera Exchange and it allows the seniors to select twenty 4X6 prints and put them in a cool proof style leather album to show off the family and friends.

The 8 Layout folio is a trifold folio sold by Tap that can also be purchase at the Houston Camera Exchange. It has SENIOR on the front in silver letters or you can get the kind that comes in all black, or the other various colors they offer.

Now, on my most popular package (No. 4) the two locations is a huge selling point for that one, but make sure you state that the locations have to be within a certain distance. You don't want them to pick the beach for the first hour and then downtown Houston for the second.I usually explain to my clients that its a good package to go with if the mom wants a flowers and trees and the senior wants alley's and buildings that way we can just go to Houston and shoot at Herman and end at Downtown. So then everyone is happy!

The only thing I have been fighting about is the wallets. All seniors want wallets and I haven't decided if I should include that in my packages or not and just have the seniors purchase them.

Anyway, I hope this helps in some way. Good luck! Your going to enjoy doing seniors, they are sooo much FUN!


Oh, and even though I am edumacated I am probably the worst person at spelling and grammar, so Leo, please avoid going through my post with a red pen!

[LDB]

I'm not picking on anyone, I'm attempting to provide constructive and valid input. The way one speaks and writes is a definite factor in other's perception. Perception colors opinions which could be a factor in getting a job or not. I'm only pointing out something that is too often overlooked, especially now with the liberal education system not wanting to hurt anyone's feelings by actually grading and critiquing them.

[monique_evette]

Originally Posted by LDB

I'm not picking on anyone, I'm attempting to provide constructive and valid input. The way one speaks and writes is a definite factor in other's perception. Perception colors opinions which could be a factor in getting a job or not. I'm only pointing out something that is too often overlooked, especially now with the liberal education system not wanting to hurt anyone's feelings by actually grading and critiquing them.

I'm just having a little fun with ya! Lets all just smile and enjoy the rest of the day!

[toverman]

Of course, if he's trying to grab part of the teen market it helps to add some OMGs, LOLs and whatnot to the marketing materials.

[ajl3photo]

If you really want the teen market try marketing your prices through text messaging! It could be a profitable idea!

[monique_evette]

Actually Myspace and Facebook are the true way to go.

[HotHolly]

We're talking about packages over here too - in case anyone is trying to wrap their brain around that topic.

[douge]

Joseph,
To stay on the topic you asked about here is some information. Like Monique my packages all have wallets and I have an Ala cart section so they can order more than are in the package.
Here are the prices I charge for my services. This will help you jump in and get wet.


Custom Graduation Announcement Cards! Order before April 15, 2008 and save 15 percent! Cards are available in 2 styles Flat - 4x8 and 5x7 and Folded 4x5 and 5x7, Vertical or horizontal, envelopes are included. These cards are Custom designed with your words and portrait making your cards unique

HIGH SCHOOL SENIOR PORTRAITS
The Ultimate High School Senior Portrait Experience, allows us to capture Who You Are! It's a 90 minute portrait session on location, creatively using your special interests, including, but not limited to, your car, motorcycle, skateboard, instruments, uniforms, trophies, etc. On-line proofing along with a slide show viewing and ordering session is included. A retainer of $75 is required to book your appointment; your entire balance must be paid when the order is placed.
The Graduate Package
2-8x10, 4-5x7, 8-wallets $250
The Varsity Package
1-11x14 framed image, 3-8x10, 4-5x7, 8-wallets $325
The All-American Package
1-16inch framed image, 5-8x10, 5-5x7, 16-wallets $625
The Valedictorian Package
1-20inch framed image, 6-8x10, 6-5x7, 48-wallets $800
The Ultimate Package
1-20inch framed image, 2-11x14 framed, 6-8x10, 4-5x7, 48-wallets, $900

Ala Carte Prices
Session fee $75
8x10 $29 2-5x7s same pose $24
1-5x7 $12 8 wallets $25
48 wallet special $75 96 wallet special $96
Minimum order is $250
20 inch image $395 16 inch image $225
11 inch image $89 8x10 images $29
10x20 Senior Collage framed $125
Senior 8 Pose Folio $125, Triple Exposures add $30
Senior Photo Book 20 pages 8x8 or 8 1/2 x11 starting at $75 Free with a $600 min. order.
Creatively march forth and be awesome
Doug

[shaggyrockmer]

Originally Posted by LDB

I mean this to be helpful not to be mean or picking on you so please keep that in mind. The first and one important thing I can see that you need to do is perfect your grammar and writing. I realize it's easy for stupid computers to fail to capitalize an I when people type but that's something you should find and correct in proof reading prior to submitting. You also have grammar and punctuation problems that should be corrected. I won't suggest it's right but there are a number of people who would look at one's English and grammar and let that affect their choice of who to hire. Good luck.

Let me remind everyone this is the internet NOT AN INERVIEW. Dude wasn't looking for a job, he was asking advice. Don't be to professional that you lose the point. And If Joseph is really sketch media, I'd like to say you do some great work in PS.