Clear explanation of commercial usage rights, copyright law, and sponsor distribution rights.
How Australian copyright law applies to commercial photography commissions, third-party sponsor usage rights, and non-commercial partner distribution.
1. Standard Commercial Usage Licence
Confirm copyright ownership and permitted photo use in your booking agreement. Our quote sets out the usage agreed for your shoot.
What is Included in Your Licence
List where you plan to use the photos, including websites, advertising, press, reports and social media. Check which uses your agreement covers.
Third-Party Sponsor & Vendor Rights
If sponsors or partners need photos, include their intended uses when discussing the licence.
2. Participant Privacy & Crowded Venue Protocols
Guidelines for documenting attendees in public and private commercial venues in NSW.
Ticketing Terms & Notice of Filming
Discuss how attendees will be informed about photography and how requests not to be photographed will be handled.
Sensitive & Embargoed Material
Share any proposed non-disclosure agreement, embargo or sensitive content restrictions before booking so they can be reviewed.
Key points
- Photo usage is agreed for each booking.
- Check the licence duration and any renewal fees.
- Clear guidelines for third-party sponsor distribution.
- Discuss privacy requirements and any proposed NDA before booking.

