adam bruzzone photography
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adam bruzzone photography
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contents 5 Our Experience 7 Our Team 9 Our Process 11 Our Service 15 Our Vision 17 Our Advocates
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our experience Adam Bruzzone Photography has over 25 years experience creating contemporary advertising and corporate images for hotels & resorts as well as the architectural, airline, tourism and wine industries. At Adam Bruzzone Photography we conduct large-scale local and international assignments, having supplied photography of the highest quality to over 150 finest hotels, spas and resort properties. Our global clients that trust us include Hilton Worldwide (Waldorf Astoria, Conrad, Hilton, Doubletree), Sheraton, Kempinski, World’s Leading Hotels Group, Versace, Loewe, Cunard Line, Seabourn, Qantas, Malaysia Airlines, Silk Air, Tourism Australia, Westfield, Fosters, Serco and high-end magazines such as National Geographic, Gourmet Traveler, Decanter and Wine Spectator. The main focus for hotels and resorts has been interior and architectural images as well as people, lifestyle, environmental portraits, food as well as detail and still life photography. 360º VR interactive imagery for virtual tours are also undertaken. Adam Bruzzone Photography also has the capabilities to supply high-end quality video vision. Adam Bruzzone Photography’s experience with five star hotels, luxury resorts and spas worldwide means we have developed a solid understanding of a wide range of different operating environments, systems and personnel in
the hotel and resort industry. As a result our team has gained significant knowledge and cultivated effective working relationships with the hotel industry’s processes and its people and across many cultures. This enables us to deliver the best possible outcomes, on time and on budget worldwide. For lifestyle and advertising shoots, we recommend the services of our Producer who will manage all pre-production matters which include sourcing and liaising with model agencies; sourcing and selection of hair stylists, makeup artists and wardrobe stylists; wardrobe briefings; props, etc. Our Producer can also be on-site on shoot days to ensure management of models, artists and stylists etc. and to ensure implementation of schedules and timings on a dayto-day basis. Examples of these outcomes can be seen at Adam Bruzzone Photography’s online portfolio at www.adambruzzone.com. It encompasses many examples of national and international work which requires all levels of experience and production — everything from shooting a Boeing 747 aircraft at 12,000 metres up to photographing restaurants 5 metres under the waves.
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our team Adam Bruzzone Photography consists of a team of eight including three digital technicians, three lighting assistants and a full-time producer. Adam Bruzzone is the principal of the business and has received numerous national and international awards including being an Australian Institute of Professional Photography Master of Photography since 1999. Adam is also a founding member of the Australian Commercial and Media Photographers Society. All Adam Bruzzone Photography members are an integral part of our dynamic team and have been selected based on their skills, knowledge, experience and ‘can do’ attitude. They also need to represent our clients in the best possible light. Our specialised lighting assistants are experienced and capable with specific photography qualifications. Similarly, our digital technicians are qualified and are continually attending updated courses to keep abreast with the latest software, technologies and trends.
Istanbul, New York and Chicago. She handles all preproduction, line producing and post-production for Adam Bruzzone Photography including major large scale international assignments. Her more recent experience includes working with New York agency, Laird & Partners on a worldwide re-branding photo shoot for the DoubleTree by Hilton brand. Her role involves managing all pre-production matters which include sourcing and liaising with model agencies; sourcing and selection of hair stylists, makeup artists and wardrobe stylists; wardrobe briefings; props such as wedding dresses, luxury cars or even wild animals! Our producer can be on-site for shoot days to ensure all management of models, artists and stylists and crew to provide efficient coordination and smooth implementation of all schedules.
Our producer has 15 years experience in the commercial photography industry. She has successfully managed and produced shoots for a wide range of clients in various locations including the Maldives, Tokyo, Bangkok,
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our process Adam Photography has been shooting luxury hotels and resorts worldwide for more than twenty five years and as such has a sound understanding of the hotel operating environment, working practices, ethos and marketing objectives. Our photo shoots can be divided into three important stages:
pre-shoot Adam Bruzzone Photography’s full-time Producer manages all shoot schedules and pre and post production matters. A dedicated liaison with the property is necessary prior to and during the shoot to ensure that: • Pre-production meetings be held to agree on the individual lead or hero images — their importance, style and photographic approach. • A hero shot list and schedule is then drawn up and agreed upon. • A site inspection be held 1-2 days prior to the commencement of the photo shoot. This is to ascertain lighting, image composition, specific production matters and fine-tuning of the shot list. • A meeting be held with all department heads to discuss shoot activities, processes and requirements in that order.
the shoot
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The shoot is conducted according to the agreed schedule but a degree of flexibility has to be factored in for light, weather or operational considerations.
After the actual shooting has been completed, time is devoted to final image processing and the transfer and reformatting of all image files.
• Photography for lead or hero images need 2-3 hours each and may require exclusive use of an area. • Detail images can take up to 1 hour each. • As a guide we’re able to produce up to 8 hero images a day. More images are possible with good preproduction and shoot organisation and with simpler detail images that do not require as much lighting or time to set-up. • A liaison person with the design consultancy and the hotel’s operations is integral for the smooth running of the shoot.
Images are processed and combined for final quality and creative effect. Interior and large space pictures require the most time to bring together. Working with our digital technician, we’re able to conclude our time on location by delivering all final images to management and/or owners – before we leave the property. This is one of our Unique Selling Points and is especially valuable for new launching hotels.
• The most important images such as exteriors and rooms with hero views would be shot primarily at dawn and dusk, known as ‘magic hour’. • For lifestyle and advertising shoots, we would ensure a mood board of imagery is collated with the Creative Director prior to the shoot commencing.
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our service Our service and fee structure includes the following: • Meeting and site inspection • Photographer • Specialised Lighting Assistant • Digital Technician-on-site • Preparation of shoot schedules • Post-production - image manipulation & combining of hero images - colour correction and - digital file conversion Once the full brief, usage and image list is finalised we can supply an accurate quote for you. All travel, transfers, subsistence and accommodation for the photographic team will be calculated with more accuracy prior to your shoot commencing. We can share costs with other properties during a series of shoots too.
All on-site production services on shoot days e.g. model management, artists management, schedules and timings to ensure the shoot runs smoothly and efficiently on a day–to-day basis will also be calculated once shots lists and full brief is supplied. We can also provide ongoing creative and technical advice for the images we have created for you, if required. Generally, we request the first payment of 40% payable upon approval of fee proposal and confirmation of photo shoot date. The final payment of 60% is payable with delivery of the final images. Feel free to liaise with us about any of your concepts, thoughts, ideas or questions you will have with your project. We are happy to discuss and share ideas and help supply you with a detailed estimate for an efficient and successful photo shoot.
All props and professional talent fees (if required) will also be more accurately calculated and sourced after the requirements for each image concept have been finalised in pre-production.
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our service (cont.) Adam Bruzzone (BA M. Photog. APP.L) is personally available to offer his extensive experience with production and visual communication for major photographic projects within the tourism, travel and hospitality industry. Adam Bruzzone has received numerous national and international photographic awards including the Australian Institute of Professional Photography’s, Master of Photography held since 1999. He is also a founding member of the Australian Commercial and Media Photographers Society and was recently awarded a Licentiate of the AIPP for his extensive experience, support and contributions to the industry.
Having been a specialist in photography for premium hotels and resorts, international airlines and luxury cruise ship lines, Adam has gained specific and extensive knowledge of these environments to be able to extract the best possible images. Experience on a global level with the world’s top brands forms the core of the Adam Bruzzone Photography unique selling point, ethos and brand. He is known for his passion and love for the image and always getting the shot. Adam Bruzzone is available for consulting on the following: • Fulfilling Brand Objectives through Photography • Creative Direction
Adam’s premise is this – a strong evocative image gains the attention of potential consumers and inspires confidence in the product and brand. It also delivers a promise of the unique style and features of the product and service that will set it apart from its competitors. Strong key images form the core of a clients brand perception in the market place and equals strong sales.
• Photographic Technical Solutions
Adam’s work translates the subjects design, features and environment into powerful images with a strong visual impact that respects and enhances the subjects qualities utilising unique composition and lighting techniques.
We are pleased to offer these services. Once a briefing and a discussion is completed of your requirements, a proposal will be prepared for your appraisal.
• Photographic Processes and Procedures • Pre and Post Management Solutions • Photographic Team Management • Image Asset Management • Quality Assurance
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our vision At Adam Bruzzone Photography we endeavour to be the world’s best. We recognise that our clients, together with the imagery we produce, are of utmost importance. We demonstrate this by providing the highest professional service for the discerning client in an ethical, creative and personalised manner. At Adam Bruzzone Photography success is measured by our clients as well as our own satisfaction. Our vision will be achieved through the utilisation of experience, creativity, the pursuit of knowledge, the inspiration of vision and the joy of sharing.
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our advocates
Great, great work! ANDREW FLACK Global VP Marketing, Hilton Worldwide
Adam has the rare ability as a photographer to not only understand the way the property is photographed best but also to understand and to work hand-in-hand with hotel management in order to ensure their expectations and views are fully integrated into the overall photo shoot without compromising the marketing purpose nor disturbing the hotel operation in any way. His flexibility, originality and creativity in making a complex photo shoot as smooth as he does is very commendable, even when it takes extremely long days for him and his dedicated team. Adam offers the possibility to edit images during the shoot itself and hence is able to show the final images prior to departure is a “priceless” service and reassures any client that the important images needed have been successfully obtained prior to Adam actually leaving the property. This has always been extremely important to me with so much at stake when committing to hiring an official external photographer. Overall it truly is refreshing to work with professionals like Adam whose expertise, professional attitude and dedication truly generate beautiful images which have always been generated in a very cooperative, understanding, energizing and cost-effective way.
Especially knowing that due to the new visuals, incremental business was secured and ADR improvements were seen as soon as the new visuals were fully reflected on the hotel website, hotel collateral, 3rd party travel websites, travel agent programs, etc. Without a doubt, I am certain that Adam and I will work together for many years to come and hence I have no hesitation whatsoever in recommending him and his team. BJORN COURAGE Director of Business Development Waldorf Astoria Shanghai Adam Bruzzone is a true professional and an excellent photographer. Whilst with Conrad Hotels & Resorts, Hilton’s luxury brand, we went to tender with three photographers to shoot our 19 hotels around the world. After the tender we commissioned Adam to shoot lifestyle and product photographs of the hotels. Adam and his team are committed to ensuring the best photograph is taken and are a pleasure to work with. It’s a testament to his work that he is still working with the brand long after the brand was relocated to the US. If there wasn’t already a brand approved photographer in place at Park Plaza Hotels & Resorts (part of the Carlson group), then I would be contacting Adam to photograph our hotels too LAURENCE MARKHAM Director of Marketing, Europe, Middle East & Africa Park Plaza Hotels
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our advocates (cont.)
Working with Adam is a delight . . . A pro and quality artist. JEAN-LUC FOURRIER CEO, JLF & Associates, UAE
I have been working with Adam Bruzzone Photography for close to ten years now. Over this period I continue to be impressed and never think twice about a repeat engagement for our hotel photography needs. Adam and his team are excellent at what they do and in particular are skilled at photographing difficult areas and creating the overall look and feel we are after. The entire process is very organized, efficient and delivers what is promised. I have absolutely no hesitation in recommending them. MR. JAMIE A MEAD Regional General Manager, (Malaysia) Hilton Cluster International Sales, Hilton Japan
Thanks a lot for the impressive portfolio of your work. MARTIN RINCK President, Asia Pacific Hilton Worldwide.
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Adam offers great abilities as a photographer, strong commercial understanding and works very well within a team. Adam is trustworthy, consistent, detailed and understands the subject of which he photographs and how the image will be interpreted for marketing channel purposes. I would confidently hire Adam and his team for any creative project! CARROLL HUTCHINGS Group Marketing & Development Ocean Independence, UK
My team and I have worked with Adam on three occasions in two different hotels. It is very difficult to find a photographer who takes the time to understand the originality feeling of a hotel and who can convey this , through great photography. Adam always produces original and creative work. He and his team obviously take great pride in the assignment they are given and are organised and efficient in carrying it out. Adam is always flexible and open minded in his approach to the job in hand and I would have no hesitation whatsoever in recommending him. GREGORY MEADOWS General Manager, The Sukhothai Hotel, Thailand
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contacts www.adambruzzone.com Adam Bruzzone Photography looks forward to discussing and developing all of your image requirements. Adam Bruzzone B.A. M.Photog. Mob: + 61 418 819 484 Tiny Sandhu Producer Mob: +61 403 372 319 Ph: + 61 8 8333 2099 Fx: + 61 8 8333 3299 adam@adambruzzone.com tiny@adambruzzone.com 34 William Street Norwood 5067 South Australia AUSTRALIA
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