What NOT to Do!

This is a conversation that recently happened on a Facebook Santa Group:

Photographer:

Hello, I am looking into the possibility of hiring a Santa near [City, State] for a day of photography sessions. If this is something you are interested in, please send me a message. Thank you!

Santa:

When you looking for him. I am from [City, State]. How much you paying?

This was as close to a BEST-CASE scenario for a photographer reaching out to make a connection with Santa.

The proper response should have been:

  • “Sending you a message”

Followed up with a message that detailed:

  • Available Dates

  • Restrictions on Time

  • Negotiation of Rate