JAIME BASKIN PHOTOGRAPHY
Chicago, IL 60614 · jaimebaskin.com · jaimebaskin@gmail.com · (773) 691-1073
Wedding Second Shooter Agreement
Jaime Baskin Photography as second shooter for the lead photographer
1. Parties
This agreement is between the lead photographer / company named below ("Lead") and Jaime Baskin Photography ("Second Shooter").
Lead name / company: ________________________________________
Lead contact / email: ________________________________________
Couple: ________________________________________
Wedding date: __________________ Venue: ________________________________________
Call time: __________________ End time: __________________
2. Role
Second Shooter assists Lead as directed, including getting-ready coverage, ceremony, and reception as assigned. Second Shooter has no direct contact with the couple or wedding party about the photography, and will not solicit Lead's clients. Second Shooter will not post or share wedding images without Lead's written permission.
3. Rate & Payment
Rate: $[DECIDE] per hour / flat fee of $[DECIDE].
Payment due: [DECIDE: when — e.g. within 14 days after the wedding.]
Overtime: [DECIDE: rate for hours beyond the agreed end time.]
Meals / travel: [DECIDE: is a meal provided? Is travel reimbursed?]
4. Deliverables to Lead
Second Shooter will deliver all captured files to Lead in [DECIDE: format — RAW and/or JPEG] by [DECIDE: deadline after the wedding]. Second Shooter does not edit images and does not deliver anything directly to the couple.
[DECIDE: who owns the Second Shooter's images — does copyright transfer to Lead, or does Lead receive a license to use them for the couple's gallery and portfolio/marketing?]
5. Equipment
Second Shooter provides their own cameras, lenses, and lighting. Second Shooter's gear: Sony A7R III (stills), Sony A7 III (video); 70–200mm f/2.8, 24mm f/1.4, 50mm f/1.8, 85mm f/1.8; Godox AD400Pro and speedlights.
6. Cancellation
[DECIDE: if Lead cancels — is any fee due? If Second Shooter must cancel — how much notice, and must Second Shooter help find a replacement?]
7. Liability
Second Shooter's liability under this agreement is limited to the total fee paid. Neither party is liable for failure to perform due to circumstances beyond reasonable control.
Agreed
Lead signature: ________________________________ Date: ____________
Second Shooter signature (Jaime Baskin): ________________________________ Date: ____________
Template — not legal advice. Have a local attorney review before use.