Saturday, May 7, 2016

The Importance Of Professional Hotel Photographers

By Patricia Cooper


Booking hotels has changed greatly over the years, thanks to the Internet. As people rely mostly on the Internet in order to book rooms or suites, never before has the importance of professional hotel photographers been so obvious. Having said that, it's vital to choose highly qualified professionals to capture the essence of the accommodations.

Every potential customer will use these photographs as their first impression. So, all areas and features should be photographed. There should be a marketing plan developed, so the photographer will have the opportunity to photograph accordingly for both the website and brochures, if necessary. Unfortunately, those who choose lesser qualified professionals may pay a high price, as it can turn guests away.

A top-notch photographer is a small price to pay in order to get the success desired. So, it will be up to the marketing manager to make these important decisions as to whom to choose. It is necessary to interview various potential candidates, carefully observing all her previous work that is sampled in their portfolios. Choose one who is qualified for the type of image that the business wants to sell. For instance, a wedding photographer may be fantastic in a resort that holds wedding ceremonies, but he should also be qualified with regards to photographing rooms and architecture.

It's also vital for the photographer to be able to stage a room vis-a-vis with the clientele being targeted. It could be as simple as the way the curtains are drawn or the bedspreads folded down, with a tray placed in a particular angle to provide warmth in the images. Alternatively, a hotel that aims toward businesses may use a laptop on a table that overlooks a beautiful view.

Again, it's all a part of the bigger scheme of the marketing strategy. That said, the photographer needs to use his creativity to show rooms or suites in their best light, so to speak. And on the subject of light, it has to be absolutely perfect, otherwise too much will be lost.

Improper lighting causes adverse effects both in digital and print photos. Moreover, professional equipment is necessary to be able to take the right pictures. Wide-angle lenses are a must because they can make even a small room appear much larger and more inviting.

The hotel may easily generate greater revenues through attracting more guests that come directly from smart marketing, advertising, and impeccable photography. Having said that, it is necessary for the target age group to be emphasize through a model of that age group. Therefore, it would be necessary for the photographer to be able to choose the appropriate models.

A highly qualified pro like this should be able to seek out the best views and potential settings of the resort, as these will always be used to sell their image. Moreover, the marketing manager should stipulate their policy about how they purchase and present their photographs. It's usually in their best interest to choose a photographer that can provide all types of digital files so that they may be used in various formats. This will allow them to use them on their website, in print, as for brochures, and so on.




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