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- 1099-K and Reporting income from PhotoSeshIf you're a freelancer whom the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) defines as a “ U.S. Person ” and earn money working with your client through PhotoSesh, you need …
- Are taxes taken out of my pay for services?No, they are not. As an independent contractor you are responsible for applicable taxes on goods, services, and income tax within your jurisdiction. We will sen…
- Are there any sign up fees or listing fees?No. Say good-bye to the unfair playing grounds of paying for "features," bidding on jobs that don't become, or another monthly listing bill. We get paid on comm…
- How do I add extra time to the PhotoSesh job I serviced?The system only knows to charge what was initially agreed upon. A work around we've seen has the photographer asking the client to send in a new PhotoSesh reque…
- How do I get started?After downloading the app and applying, pick which types of requests you would like to receive. Select the timeslots you are available for nearby requests. Sync…
- How do I process the transaction when the job is completed?This is always done in the app and we're happy to help you get the hang of it! : ) The best way to share the simple steps for processing (Start/End Travel and S…
- How do I set up my availability and sync my calendar to the PhotoSesh app?In the App, go to MENU > PROFILE > AVAILABILITY > Here you can expand the slider bar when it’s white. You can tap the WHITE bar to make it BLUE and loc…
- How do I show that I’m available for gigs in locations other than my home base? (i.e. traveling to another city for a couple weeks and would like to make some extra money)If you’re traveling, you can easily get requests at new locations. Simply change your where-a-bouts in your PhotoSesh profile (Profile>Basic Details). This w…
- How soon will I receive compensation for my services?Typically 2-4 business days after the PhotoSesh, your funds will be direct deposited into the account which you have designated. If you processed a transaction …
- I'm not receiving any customer requests, what can I do?You can increase your available hours. You can lower your rate to be more competitive. You can also update your profile to get more attention from your customer…
- Is there a step-by-step guide for setting up my profile, portfolio, and availability?Yes there is! CLICK HERE for a quick guide to setting up your profile, portfolio, and availability! Also found in your "Camera Bag" within the app.…
- I’m not a professional but I love taking pictures, can I join PhotoSesh as a photographer?If you can pass a background check, you love people, and your portfolio is of quality work, you should without a doubt apply. But be aware, the competition is h…
- My hourly rate is usually higher than what PhotoSesh allows me to charge. Will these rates change?We want to offer customers the most reasonable rates while keeping talented photographers busy meeting new referrals. To accommodate photographers while keeping…
- What is the best way to create my profile in order to attract customers?This step-by-step process can walk you through the do’s and don'ts along with some strategies to get your profile noticed! CLICK HERE for Profile Strategies.…
- What's my cut of the total earnings when I work with a PhotoSesh customer?Photographers get an 80% gross payout on each transaction once they're a partner! To become an official partner, a photographer would have to complete one succe…
- Why can't I accept payment directly from the customer?We DO NOT allow direct payment for services between PhotoSesh customers and PhotoSesh photographers! The payment must be processed securely within the app as th…
- Why do I need to give my ID and Tax ID#?Certain personal information is requested in order to maintain a level of safety within the PhotoSesh community and to properly process 1099 independent contrac…