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P&S COLLECTIVE

Freelance Photographer & Videographer Agreement

1. Role & Scope of Work

The Contractor agrees to perform photography, videography, and/or related creative services for weddings and events as assigned by P&S Collective.Assignments may include, but are not limited to:

  • Event coverage (photo or video)

  • Second shooting

  • Assisting lead photographers

  • Culling/editing (when applicable)

  • Travel required to and from locations


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2. General Expectations

Contractor agrees to uphold the standards and brand values of P&S Collective, including:


Professionalism & Conduct

  • Arrive on time, prepared, and dressed appropriately for weddings and events.

  • Maintain courteous and respectful behavior with clients, vendors, and team members.

  • Follow timelines, shot lists, and direction from the assigned lead photographer or P&S Collective management.


Creative Expectations

  • Deliver consistent, high-quality work aligned with P&S Collective style guidelines.

  • Use reliable, professional equipment suitable for weddings and low-light environments.

  • Backup all files and deliver raw images/video within the agreed-upon timeline (typically same-day or next-day unless otherwise stated).


Communication

  • Respond promptly to messages regarding assignments.

  • Notify P&S Collective immediately if unexpected delays, emergencies, or issues occur.


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3. Compensation & Payment

Hourly Tracking

All hours must be logged using Toggl, including:

  • Working hours on wedding day

  • Travel time (when approved)

  • Mileage driven

  • Editing hours (if assigned)


Mileage

Mileage will be reimbursed at the pre-approved rate (Company may update rate as needed). Contractor must submit accurate mileage logs in Toggl.


Payment Schedule

Payouts are processed within 7–14 business days after:

  • Submission of Toggl hours

  • Delivery of complete galleries/video files

  • Submission of mileage logs and any required forms


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4. Cancellation Policy

If the Contractor cancels an assignment within 72 hours of the event, the following applies:


A. Last-Minute Cancellation Fee

Contractor will be charged a $500 cancellation fee.


B. Allowable Exception

The cancellation fee is waived only if:

  • Contractor provides a replacement photographer/videographer

  • Replacement is approved in writing by P&S Collective prior to the event


If no approved coverage is found, the $500 fee will apply and may be deducted from the Contractor’s next payout.


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5. Equipment Responsibility

Contractor is responsible for using their own functioning equipment unless otherwise agreed.


Damage to Company Equipment

If P&S Collective provides equipment and the Contractor damages it due to negligence or misuse, the Contractor agrees to pay 20% of the repair or replacement cost.


This clause covers (but is not limited to):

  • Cameras

  • Lenses

  • Audio equipment

  • Lighting gear

  • Hard drives

  • Accessories


P&S Collective will provide proof of damage and repair/replacement costs.


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6. File Delivery Requirements

Contractor agrees to:

  • Deliver RAW files within agreed timelines

  • Maintain backups until P&S Collective confirms receipt

  • Not use, post, or share images/video without explicit permission from the Company


All files created during contracted work are the exclusive property of P&S Collective.


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7. Independent Contractor Status

Contractor acknowledges they are not an employee of P&S Collective as such:

  • Contractor is responsible for their own taxes

  • Contractor is responsible for their own insurance

  • Nothing in this Agreement creates an employer-employee relationship


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8. Confidentiality

Contractor agrees to keep all client, business, and proprietary information confidential, including:

  • Client contact information

  • Pricing structures

  • Company workflows and editing systems

  • Private event details


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9. Termination

P&S Collective reserves the right to discontinue working with the Contractor at any time for:

  • Unprofessional conduct

  • Repeated lateness or cancellations

  • Poor quality of work

  • Failure to follow company standards


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10. Acceptance

By signing below, the Contractor agrees to all terms listed in this Agreement.

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