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Booking · Commercial

Commercial Photography & Video

Headshots, brand images, conferences, company events, interviews, and promotional films. Tell us what your business needs to show and where the finished work will be used.

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Content Built for Where You’ll Use It

A website refresh needs different images than a conference recap or a product launch. We’ll plan the shots around your audience and the places you’ll use them, from a homepage and sales deck to social posts and campaign videos.

Projects can include team headshots, workplace images, event coverage, interviews, product details, and short promotional films. Bring a brief if you have one. If you don’t, we can work through the shot list together.

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How We Plan Your Shoot

Tell us your goal, deadline, location, people involved, and the final photos or videos you need. We’ll discuss the schedule, shot list, usage, and delivery before providing a quote.

On shoot day, we’ll direct portraits and planned scenes while watching for natural moments that show how your team really works. You’ll know what’s being made and what happens next.

Contact
Location

325 Clifton St
Greenville, NC 27858

FAQ

Commercial Photography & Videography Booking FAQ

01What types of businesses can book commercial photo and video?

Commercial photo and video can support small businesses, nonprofits, brands, service providers, churches, organizations, professional offices, restaurants, retail shops, teams, venues, and entrepreneurs.

02What can be included in a commercial project?

A commercial project can include team portraits, product images, service visuals, workspace photos, behind-the-scenes content, interviews, brand storytelling, promotional videos, and social media clips.

03Can I book photography only or videography only?

Yes. You can book photography, videography, or both, depending on what your business needs. If you need help choosing the right direction, you can ask questions before booking.

04Can the content be used on my website?

Yes. Commercial images and videos are great for websites, social media, ads, email campaigns, presentations, landing pages, printed materials, and digital marketing.

05Do you help plan the creative direction?

Yes. You can share your goals, audience, brand style, and usage needs so the project can be planned around content that makes sense for your business.

06What if my project needs custom coverage?

Commercial projects are often custom. Please share the project details, location, timeline, and deliverables you need so the right coverage can be planned.

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Trusted with your moments

Read what clients say about working with True Essence Photography.

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“I've had nothing but the best experience with True Essence Photography. From the moment I originally contacted the team for my shoot, through the booking process, the actual shoot, and receiving my photos afterwards. Very professional team. Dontavious was quite helpful and made this a very easy process. And I can't forget to mention how respectful the remainder of the the team was. They made sure everything was done in a timely manner, and I will definitely continue to use them for my photography needs.”

K'Léia A Client Review · October 2017

“Dontavious was such a pleasure to work with! This was my very first photo shoot and he did an amazing job with guiding me through it. He is very professional, personable and witty. The quality of his images are outstanding as well as his pricing! I will be booking again in the near future.”

Selena Thompson Client Review · January 2022

“I highly recommend True Essence Photography! I recently had my professional photos taken and I'm blown away by them. The session was great and I had lots of fun. The studio is in an accessible location and spacious. Dontavious demonstrates a high level of professionalism and attention to detail. I'll definitely be back again and considering having him do my corporate leadership team photos in Charlotte.”

Tameka Peterson Client Review · February 2021

“I would recommend everyone to book with True Essence. The name absolutely speaks for itself. The photographer, Dontavious, truly captured the true spirit and natural nature of me during our session and I was absolutely pleased. He was very informative and made sure I knew what each equipment that was surrounded by me was, and it was quite helpful and different. He encouraged me the entire time and I will definitely book him again!”

Quadasia Gilliam Client Review · November 2019

“An absolute dream to work with! He was very professional and so gracious. As a first timer I felt comfortable and relaxed. Im So happy I stumbled upon this one. On top of that my pictures are fire! 🔥 highly highly recommend!”

janelle rose Client Review · February 2023