OK Help again

[Breezy]

I am still awaiting to hear about the Navy Chiefs ball that I asked about a couple of weeks ago.
But wall all details do I need to give this guy up front?
I know I need to tell him the cost per hour, he asks for a list of packages with prices, butwhat other specifics should I be sure to cover?
Thanks in Advance.

[Breezy]

Duh sorry forgot to copy his email:

Good Afternoon Ma'am
My Name is Sgt XXXXX and I am looking to get some quotes for my units USMC Birthday Ball. This is my first time trying to book a photographer so I'm not exactly to sure what some good questions are. The first one I guess would be what kind of packages to you have for this type of event? We are planning on about 400 guest, most of which will be couples, so I'm guessing somewhere between 200-300 pictures. How long would it take to do that? The more information you send me the better. Thank you for your time.

[Truckman]

Will the couples be wanting pictures of just themselves?...That's a potential 200 pictures alone...Ben

[Breezy]

Thanks Ben, not sure, it has never been offered to us at any of the balls we have been to. Something to ponder. Thank you :D

[Bruce M. Morris]

Breezy,
A USMC birthday ball is a bit different from the Chief's Ball. I shot 2 of them here in Ft Worth and those were all USMC in the area. Here is what I would suggest and you need to figure out if you can accomodate.
1.Have a set up to shoot the couples. that is truly what they want is a photo of them and their lady while they are in their dress uniform.
2. Decide on packages and have them set up so you can deliver them quickly OR have a printer there so you can make ONE size (5x7 maybe) onsite. If a Marine wants more copies they can contact you later.
3. Find out if they are wanting any photos of the ceremonies. Usually they will have a command member shooting those photos and I dont see much business coming from that.
4. Scout the location. There are all kinds of hotel ballrooms and convention spaces in Tidewater that all have different accomodations. It would be ideal if you can see ahead of time what is available and where you can best set up.
5. Find out if the Command can provide their Unit Flag for inclusion in the photos. Each USMC Unit has their own flag but they may not have an extra for you if it is involved in the ceremonies. Just a nice extra touch.
6. You might ask if they have a sample of what was done last year. Just to see what they are expecting. I doubt this is the first time they have done this but may be the first time this Sgt has been tasked with it.

Look forward to hearing how it works out!!

[Breezy]

Bruce thanks for the suggestions.
I am assuming it would be much like in Charleston and Corpus where the balls were combined Navy and Marine. I know the chiefs ball isn't formal but the MC ball is, as is the Navy bday ball. So I am pretty excited about it all and I will let you know how it goes.
Thanks
Breezy

[Breezy]

BTW Bruce about how long do you think it would take to photography 200-300 couples?
Cause we all know that they come and go most of the night or atleast Sailors do lol.