The Heist Creative Experience
As a client, you might expect to hire a photographer, tell them what you want, have your picture taken, then receive all the photos.
If you want photos, that process will work for you. If you want high-quality imagery that will serve your branding and goals, you’ll need something better. I’m all about doing it better - actually, I’m all about doing it the best.
As my client, you’re not just paying for photos. You’re investing in your business.
Even before you’ve reached out, I’ve put in the work to give you the best service and experience possible. Heist Creative is registered, supported by stellar staff, and protected by insurance. You’re investing with a reputable, professional business.1. Enquiry
Get in touch via the contact form and share as many details as you can. Please let me know where you need to use your photos, and if we’re chasing a deadline (such as a book launch or your website going live)!
We’ll jump on a discovery call to chat all about your business, discuss your imagery needs, and see if we’re the right fit.
If we’re a creative match, we select your shoot date and I send through a Booking Agreement and Deposit Invoice (50%) so we can lock it all in!
2. Preparation
What my clients experience as a few hours of fun, relaxed shooting is the product of hours of preparation.
I’ll send over a questionnaire, and we’ll get clear on your vision and ideal customer. I immerse myself in your business and industry to understand your goals, aesthetic, and brand.
I use my industry knowledge and network to source what’s needed (props, location – everything) and put together my recommended shoot plan. With unlimited email support to shoot day, we go through everything for a seamless shoot day tailored to you.
If you require professional hair and makeup, a member of my mobile team can get you photo ready!
3. Shoot Day
We finally get to bring all the planning to life! I’ve invested in all the necessary equipment (camera, backup camera, lenses, lighting) to be able to capture my clients and their work at their best.
I guide you through the entire session, gently directing you and guiding you the whole way. I have a knack for getting people to feel and look relaxed and confident. I keep sessions light-hearted and friendly, and I’ve done this enough to know what sort of coaching and direction each individual needs.
I strive for a magical “Oh my gosh, that’s me” moment – where I show a client how polished and professional they look for the first time. We’ll get you relaxed and feeling great, and I’ll bring out your best and capture you in the most flattering light. No awkward poses here.
We go through multiple outfit changes and locations, but since we’ve done so much pre-planning, it feels so seamless and fun!
4. Culling Selection
If you’ve trusted me with your session, keeping your data safe is of upmost importance.
I upload the shoot session onto my computer and create a back-up. Additionally, I keep the session files on my cards and don’t delete until your final gallery has been delivered.
I cull the images, removing any blinks or unflattering expressions, to present you with only good images from the session. I process the RAW images, and create your online Proof Gallery within 48 hours of our shoot.
5. Editing & Retouching
I edit each and every selected image to optimise brightness, contrast, highlights, shadows, colour balance, and composition – things that an experienced photographer would nit-pick. The combination of all of this = My Signature Style that you see displayed in all my work here.
I do not believe in appearance alteration. I am here to capture you, not change you. So for this reason, retouching is not a part of the service.
Within two weeks of your image selection, your Online Gallery is delivered with optimised final images - in both Hi-Resolution (for your web designer, media requests and print) and Web-Resolution for easy social-media ready sharing. Your images come with a commercial release, so you can confidently use them all over your website, social and marketing collateral. With quality imagery of your business at your disposal, it’s time to kill it!
A note on RAW files
If we’re working together, chances are you’ve hired me based on the style of work you’ve seen. My style and vision is unique to my brand, and the way I personally edit my images is instrumental in the final product.
The editing process is a crucial part of my process and the service I offer, and until a photo is edited, it’s an unfinished work.
I do not release RAW files. You’re not here for the half-done image. You’re here for the shiny, show-stopping set. Let me give you images only in their best versions yet.
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Never have I worked with a more professional, efficient and quality company.
Brilliant communication, presence and beautiful end product.
I can’t wait to work with Nikki and Heist Creative again, and feel unbelievably lucky to have found her.”
Dr. Nina Wines | North Sydney Dermatology & Laser
Your Investment
It’s an experience - not just a photoshoot.
I’m not one of those photographers who just arrive on shoot day, and we go from there. From strategic pre-production, full direction and camera coaching on your shoot day, and then careful post-production to make your images look their best, when we work together, it’s a full scale service. Oh, and I’m fully registered and insured.
Working with me, you receive an individualised service and considerable care for your project.
Complete Photography Packages from $1700 +GST
Complete Video Packages start at $1700 +GST
Most shoots are booked approximately 4-6 weeks in advance so please get in touch early to secure your preferred date.