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Briefing Checklist

Event Photography Project Brief

  • Updated August 2026
  • 2 min read

An editable Word brief for events across one or several days and venues.

What to share with your photographer, including the schedule, important people and photos you need.

Download the Project Brief

This Word brief is optional and follows the website enquiry form. Add only the extra details you need. You can request a quote without completing it.

1. Start With What You Know

Share the event name, dates, venues and what you need photographed. Leave anything undecided as TBC. You do not need a finished brief to ask for a quote.

Dates and Locations

For larger projects, list each day and venue separately. Include start and finish times where known, and flag sessions happening at the same time in different rooms.

Contacts

Include the person arranging the photography, someone we can reach on the day, and whoever approves the brief. These can all be the same person.

Photos You Need

Put the most important photos first. Add names, times or reference photos where useful. A short list is fine, and you can add rows in Word as the project grows.

2. Share Any Deadlines or Restrictions

Tell us what matters for your project so we can confirm the work and cost before booking.

Delivery and Use

Include when you need the photos, where they will be used and who needs to use them. If some photos are needed earlier, give the deadline so we can discuss what is possible.

Things to Know on the Day

Note venue access, photography restrictions, anyone who should not be photographed, and photos that cannot be shared yet.

Send What You Already Have

An existing run sheet or brief is welcome. There is no need to repeat it in the template. Coverage, delivery, usage and any extra requests will be confirmed in the quote.

Key points

  • Use the Word document if you need an editable brief.
  • List each day or venue and put your most important photos first.
  • Leave unknown details as TBC or send an existing run sheet.
  • Confirm coverage, cost, delivery and usage before booking.

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Planning an Event in Sydney?

Share your event date, location and what you need photographed for a quote. Email info@innerwesteventphotography.com.au.