FLASH PHOTO STUDIOS HIRE TERMS & CONDITIONS

1. Agreement

The Hirer is the person or party ultimately responsible for the payment of the hire fees. The Hirer will be deemed to be aware of and have accepted these Studio Hire Terms & Conditions together with the hire fees upon any studio hire bookings and any studio items or equipment items hired at Flash Photo Studios to the Terms & Conditions of Equipment Hire.

It is the Hirer’s responsibility to make themselves aware of these Studio Hire Terms & Conditions and the Terms & Conditions of Equipment Hire. Upon confirmation by Flash Photo Studios of a booking request and together with any accompanying Estimate or other commercial terms agreed between the parties, the Hirer agrees to be bound by these terms and conditions.

The Hirer acknowledges and agrees that they are freely entering into a legally binding agreement with Flash Photo Studios.

2. Bookings

The Hirer acknowledges and agrees that they have discussed studio hire requirements with Flash Photo Studios and the desired inclusions have been chosen and an Estimate has been provided.

The Hirer understands, accepts and is clear on what will be delivered by Flash Photo Studios as part of this hire agreement. Flash Photo Studios agrees to reserve the hire date of the Hirer’s choosing; subject to availability. In the event that there is more than one booking vying for the same date, the Hirer acknowledges that Flash Photo Studios can accept and confirm bookings on a first come, first served basis; giving the ‘1st hold’ Hirer’s requested booking enough notice to make their decision to either confirm their booking for acceptance by Flash Photo Studiosor release their hold.

The Hirer acknowledges and agrees that Flash Photo Studios will only provide services as per requirements set out in the Estimate and/or otherwise expressly agreed in writing by Flash Photo Studios. The Hirer acknowledges and agrees that it is their responsibility to notify Flash Photo Studios of any requested change of details to the Estimate (such as schedules and other requirements). Flash Photo Studios may accept or reject such requested changes in its sole discretion.

Flash Photo Studios cannot and will not at any time be held responsible for not providing services as stated in the Estimate if Flash Photo Studios has not been notified of change of details requests in writing prior to hire. Requested changes may also incur additional costs depending on changes requested. A booking is deemed ‘confirmed’ once Flash Photo Studios has released any third party ‘holds’ and confirmed in writing its acceptance of the Hirer’s booking request.

Only ‘confirmed’ bookings will secure the studio/s for the hire date. The Hirer agrees that if the date of the studio hire requires to be changed, this will be subject to availability of the chosen dates and the prior written approval of Flash Photo Studios.

Once a booking is confirmed, cancellation fees will apply.

3. Studio Use & Overtime

Studio hire rates are based on the use of the studios as a ‘facility’ only. Should you require to photograph or film the studio as a ‘location’ this must be addressed prior to the booking as additional fees will apply (please refer to rate card).

Standard hire times are as follows:
Stills Shoot Half day bookings: 8am – 1pm, 12pm – 5pm, 12.30pm – 5.30pm or 1pm – 6pm (5 hour duration).
Full day bookings: 8am-5pm, 8.30am – 5.30pm or 9am – 6pm (9 hour duration).
Film shoots Half day bookings: 8am – 1pm, 12pm – 5pm, 12.30pm – 5.30pm or 1pm – 6pm (5 hour duration).
Full day bookings: 8am – 6pm (10 hour duration).

The above hire times are inclusive of bump in and bump out. Bumping in or bumping out outside of these hours will incur overtime fees. Any bookings made for a Saturday, Sunday or public holiday will incur a loading fee (please refer to rate card).

The agreed hire period is as per the Estimate supplied to the Hirer (unless agreed post issue of the Estimate). If Flash Photo Studios is required beyond the agreed hours of hire, overtime fees will apply (please refer to rate card).

4. Additional Items

Any additional items required for the Hirer’s photoshoot (including, but not limited to: cyclorama repaint, equipment hire, props, plinth hire, wall flat hire, set build, catering, etc) requested on the day of booking (and as a result not included in the Estimate) will be added to the studio hire invoice.

5. Cancellations

Cancellation of a confirmed booking less than 72 hours from the booking date (or no-shows) will result in an invoice for 100% of the provided Estimate.

Cancellation of a confirmed booking more than 72 hours from the booking date will result in an invoice for 50% of the provided Estimate.

6. Indemnity

The Hirer agrees to indemnify Flash Photo Studios against any liability, loss, damage or expense, including legal fees on an ordinary basis, arising out of the negligent performance or non-performance of its obligations under this hire agreement.

7. Public Liability Insurance

The Hirer must ensure that all necessary public liability insurances and any other required insurances are in place and operative for all persons in the studio during the hours of hire to cover any events (including accidents, injuries or death).

The Hirer acknowledges and agrees that in an unforeseen and/or force majeure event where the space is no longer available due to damage or other incidents, Flash Photo Studios will not be responsible or liable in any way for any inconvenience/damages/penalties or other loss incurred by or in relation to the Hirer.

Flash Photo Studios will not be responsible for the loss or theft of any property of any person using the M on W premises, nor for any property lost by couriers in transit to or from the premises.

All reasonable care will be exercised by Flash Photo Studios in supervising the space; however it is the Hirer’s responsibility to make appropriate arrangements to ensure their property is properly secure whilst using the Flash Photo Studios premises.

If the Hirer is leaving property at the Flash Photo Studios premises, or in the equipment room overnight, the Hirer acknowledges and agrees that it does so at its own risk.

8. Damages & Cleaning

The Hirer is liable for any damage made to the fabric of the building, fixtures, fittings, furniture or appliances therein or equipment and other items hired throughout the duration of the booking; unless an employee of Flash Photo Studios wilfully and negligently causes such damage. To the extent permitted by law the Hirer agrees that Flash Photo Studios will not be held responsible for any damage to Hirer property or any injury that occurs during studio hire, whether it be a direct or indirect consequence of the actions of Flash Photo Studios or its affiliates.

If any damage is made to the cyclorama by the Hirer (including by any children, adults or equipment present during the time of the booking), Flash Photo Studios cannot be held responsible or liable for any injuries or damages.

In the event of the cyclorama becoming damaged, the Hirer acknowledges and agrees that they are responsible for the repair or replacement of the structure.

9. Rubbish Removal

General cleaning is included in the studio hire rate; however should specialist cleaning or repainting be required of any areas, If left unsatisfactory, a cleaning fee will be incurred and payable by the Hirer.

The Hirer is responsible for the removal of any excess rubbish, cardboard, polystyrene or external props and sets, and for returning the space to the same condition that it was found in. If the bins provided do not allow for excess rubbish then arrangements should be made to take it with you when the Hirer leaves the premises.

Alternatively Flash Photo Studios can arrange for additional rubbish disposal for an additional fee based on the amount of rubbish.

10. Surveillance

The studio has 24/7 surveillance as part of safety and security.

The Hirer accepts this as condition of hire.

No footage is made publicly available unless in the event of a criminal act/offence whereby footage will be provided to police or insurance companies as required.

11. Minors on Set

Any babies or children in the space must be accompanied and supervised by an adult at all times. It is the Hirer’s responsibility to have all necessary child permits and required paperwork in place and approved prior to the date of hire.

12. Props, Property, Deliveries & Collections

Prior to the Hirer’s booking, Flash Photo Studios must be notified of all deliveries and collections planned to and from Flash Photo Studios.
Subject to studio availability and access (and volume of delivery), some deliveries can be made to Flash Photo Studios the day prior to the Hirer’s booking. Such deliveries must be pre-approved in writing in order for Flash Photo Studios to be able to accept the delivery. Otherwise, all deliveries are to be made on the day of the booking.

All items must be removed from Flash Photo Studios at the conclusion of the Hirer’s booking and within the booking time.

In some instances some items can be left behind for next day collection, however this must be approved in writing by Flash Photo Studios prior to the Hirer’s booking. The Hirer must ensure that all such items are insured. No Hirer related items held or stored on Flash Photo Studios premises are covered by any insurance whatsoever held by Flash Photo Studios.

Flash Photo Studios reserves the right to dispose of any items left on the premises should the Hirer wish not to collect. A fee may be incurred for disposal; should this be required.

13. Sub Hire

Sub hire, paid or unpaid and including lending, is forbidden without the written consent of Flash Photo Studios.

14. Equipment of Flash Photo Studios

The Hirer at all times must use the equipment of Flash Photo Studios in a skilful and proper manner, in accordance with the terms and conditions of Equipment Hire available in the ‘Flash Photo Studios – Equipment Hire’ PDF.

15. Equipment Failure

If for any reason there is a breakdown or failure of photographic equipment caused by reasonable wear and tear, and not by the Hirer’s negligence or misuse or any other reason whatsoever, then a period of hire and/or fee reduction shall be determined upon inspection by Flash Photo Studios.

16. Payment

The Hirer acknowledges and agrees that all invoices are payable in full within 7 days from the date of invoice. For clarity, the Hirer acknowledges and agrees that any damage incurred during studio hire will be at the Hirer’s expense and any costs incurred to repair damaged equipment or replace lost/broken equipment will be invoiced directly to the Hirer.

If the Hirer does not wish to pay via direct bank transfer, credit card payment options are available.

The Hirer acknowledges and agrees to pay a processing fee of 1.75% for all credit card transactions and will be contacted for their credit card details on or before the payment due date.

The terms and conditions above are subject to change without notice.