Hello, i’ve been a photographer for sometime now. I have my own instagram page, my own equipment, and i have already posted a bunch. Recently i got hired at an event agency (photo/video) and i get to shoot most of their events (parties, weddings… you name it)
My problem is as follows: They want me to use their editing style (presets and colors) and put their logo on everything i take. I understand that those are their clients and hence they have their brand to show. But the real problem is that even the pictures i take myself, outside work, let’s say i call a friend out or take pics of my girlfriend and want to post them on my page, they won’t let me post without their presets as well (for marketing purposes) and to associate me with them.
I really hate this, because i can’t be creative anymore.
They pay really good money, so idk what to do.
How would you guys handle this?
I’m no expert, but I don’t think the can actually do that.
If it’s their account, yeah, that makes perfect sense, but on your own personal account that’s not affiliated with the company? Not sure if that’s ok.
If you’re taking your own photos during work hours, on a job, or ones that show the business in some way, then they have some reason for oversight, but other than that it’s a pretty questionable thing.