Food & CPG Photography FAQs
Grouped by category, pulled from the same answers used across the rest of the site.
Pricing & Packages
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There's no flat rate. Every project is scoped around what it actually takes to produce. See Investment for what shapes the cost, or reach out and we'll recommend the right scope for your project.
Shipping & Remote Shoots
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No. You'll follow along through a live album and can weigh in by text, email, or video call.
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There's no universal packing list. How many units you'll need, and whether packaging variants matter, depends on your product and what we're creating together. Once your shoot is scoped, you'll know exactly what to send.
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Every shipment is inspected on arrival. If anything is damaged or off, you'll hear about it right away so a replacement can be sent before the shoot, not after.
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Whichever you prefer, we'll return them or donate them. Non-perishable products can be shipped back to you, just provide a label. Perishable or opened items are typically donated, since they can't be shipped back safely once used in the shoot.
Turnaround & Delivery
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Rough edits within 48 hours of your shoot. Final retouched assets usually take 1-2 weeks, depending on deliverable volume and complexity. Rush turnaround is available for an additional fee.
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Every motion project starts with a storyboard. A first cut is delivered within 1 week of filming, with final delivery 1-2 weeks after your feedback.
Commercial Licensing
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Every project includes a 5-year commercial license for web, social, e-commerce, email, and digital advertising. Packaging, broadcast, or unlimited usage can be quoted as a buy-out.
RAW Files & Retouching
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No. Every project includes finished, retouched deliverables. RAW and unedited files aren't included, though source materials can occasionally be licensed separately under a written agreement.
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Yes. In-house styling is included, handled directly. A dedicated food or drink stylist is available for larger or more complex productions.
Food Styling & Production
Motion & Video
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GIFs are short, 2-4 frame loops built for simple repeating movement. Anything longer moves into stop motion, which involves more photography and editing to build a full video.
Monthly Retainers
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Billed in advance, due upon invoice. Net 30 available for established clients.
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Yes, with 30 days' notice after your initial term. An early termination fee applies before that: 50% of the remaining months.
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It rolls over for up to 3 months, then the oldest unused month expires.
Scheduling & Cancellations
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Standard projects: 3-4 weeks is recommended, giving time for research, moodboards, storyboards, competitor analysis, and scheduling the full team. Rush turnaround is available in 1-2 weeks for an additional fee.
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A booking deposit is required to secure your production date. If you cancel before pre-production work begins, the deposit is retained and the remainder is refunded. Once pre-production has started, the deposit is forfeited. Rescheduling is free with at least 2 weeks' notice before the production date. Non-recoverable third-party costs already committed, like location or gear rental, are passed on to the client regardless of notice given.
Still Have Questions?
Didn't find what you're looking for? Reach out at seanm@misahungry.com or fill out our contact form and we'll get you a straight answer, not a canned one.