Swampscott Middle School - Geskus Proposal

Proposal Booklet

for Swampscott Middle School

Welcome to Geskus Studios.

Thank you for the opportunity to present our proposal.

We are proud to be New England’s most trusted school photography partner, serving over 800 schools across five states.

What sets us apart is not just our size; it’s our service.

Every school is supported by a dedicated Client Experience Account Coordinator, an experienced photography team, and our highly responsive Customer Service Department. We believe schools deserve a partner who is accessible, dependable, and proactive.

Our commitment to excellence includes: • Advanced photographer training and mentorship • Apple Pay and Google Pay for fast, mobile checkout • Industry-leading Family Plan for families with 3+ students • Local production in our New England facility for faster turnaround and lower costs We offer the only archival-quality silver halide school portraits in New England. Unlike dye-based digital prints that can fade within about 10 years, our true photographic prints provide richer color, smoother skin tones, and water-resistant durability designed to last for generations.

Our service metrics reflect our commitment:

Here For You Our team is comprised of talented, compassionate, and fun individuals. We live and breathe school pictures and community support. We will go the extra mile to make sure our customers and clients are happy.

Questions? Just ask! No idea is too big, no inquiry too small. We are here for you, for anything you may need.

Richard Carroll | President/CEO Rich is the heart of Geskus, leading with teamwork, integrity, and a deep commitment to the school communities we serve. As a parent of two children in NH schools, he understands the importance of school photos and is dedicated to making every client and customer smile.

Stephen Marino | Head of Sales Stephen brings passion and contagious positivity to every school partnership he builds. He thrives on creating trusted, transparent relationships (with a little fun along the way) and, outside of work, enjoys adventuring around New England and coaching his 3 children’s sports teams.

• 99% of emails answered within 24 hours • 94% Customer Satisfaction Score • 80% of orders placed via mobile device • 90-second average checkout experience At Geskus, we prioritize your needs, protect your data, and make Picture Day stress-free.

We appreciate the opportunity to partner with you.

With gratitude,

Aimee Arsenault | Head of Client Experience (CX) Aimee began her career in the school picture industry in high school and has experience across photography, customer service, and sales. As Head of Client Experience, she partners closely with schools to ensure a seamless, meaningful, and memorable picture day for every community we serve.

Stephen Marino Head of Sales stephen@wearegeskus.com 603-988-9614 Page 01

At a glance.

Think of the information below as a sneak peek into what’s to come in the full proposal booklet. It highlights some of the most exciting ideas and key points, while the complete booklet dives deeper into the vision, details, and opportunities ahead.

Your school(s) receive: • 3.25x4.25 print for every student • Student and staff ID cards • Staff picture package (upon request) • SIS image exports + secure services portal • Visitor, volunteer, and substitute badges (upon request) • Student and staff directory books • Sticky prints • Scholarship packages for families in need • Complimentary prints for Picture Day volunteers • Industry-leading Family Plan: first 2 students’ packages are full price, the rest are FREE • “No Questions Asked” retake and refund policy • Dedicated Account Coordinator • Top-rated Customer Service support In addition, we are proud to offer the following commission, incentives, & pricing:

Groups

Complimentary classroom composite or group photo

20%

$2 per Student

20% commission $2 sign-on bonus Complimentary on photo sales per enrolled student custom vinyl banner

Visit us at wearegeskus/dataprivacy for information on how we handle your data.

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Banner

School day pricing.

Digital Download

Starting at

$9

$66 + FREE (1) Magnet (3) 8x10s, (4) 5x7s, (2) 3x5s, (4) Wallets

$56

+ FREE (1) Magnet (1) 8x10, (2) 5x7s, (3) 4x6s, (4) 3x5s

$45

(3) 5x7s, (2) 3x5s, (8) Wallets

$39

(1) 4x6, (2) 3x5s, (4) Wallets, (4) Minis

Starting at

(1) 8x10

or

(2) 5x7s

or

(3) 4x6s

or

(4) 3x5s

or

(8) Wallets

Many more package & keepsakes available for families online & on the flyer.

See more information on the ‘Picture Days & Events’ page.

or

(16) Minis

$9.99 Page 03

Achieving school safety.

Student safety is non-negotiable. Every Geskus team member completes: • • • •

A three-step interview process Multi-state background checks Social media review Hands-on training and photographer mentorship

New team members always work alongside experienced lead photographers before working independently.

We continuously evaluate and improve our procedures to ensure the safest possible environment for your students.

Student Privacy & Data Protection Commitment

For more than 20 years, we have proudly partnered with schools across New England as a family-owned New Hampshire business.

The trust schools place in us is something we value deeply. Protecting student privacy and safety is a core part of how we operate every day.

Security & Accountability

Access to student data and images is limited to authorized team members only. All information is stored in secure, access-controlled systems designed to prevent unauthorized access or misuse.

Geskus employs only W-2 staff members. Each employee completes comprehensive background screening prior to employment and is trained in privacy and confidentiality expectations.

Schools trust us with something irreplaceable; the images and information of their students.

We take that responsibility seriously. Every part of the Geskus program is built to keep your community’s data protected and private.

Our Commitment

Geskus maintains continuous compliance with the Student Data Privacy Agreement (SDPA) used by school districts throughout New England.

Our practices are designed to meet established regional standards for safeguarding student information.

Security

Compliance

How Information is Used

Student information and photographs are used only to: • Provide contracted school photography services • Produce school-related materials • Fulfill parent orders Geskus does not sell or share student data or images.

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Visit us at: wearegeskus.com/dataprivacy for more information.

Privacy

A few of the perks.

What We Offer to Families • • • • • • •

Every student receives a classroom composite or group photo - no purchase required.

Over 50+ complimentary background choices available for students Every student receives a proof sheet with a 3.25x4.25 portrait and safety cards.

Affordable digital images with copyright release, delivered securely via email.

A wide variety of packages and a la carte options to fit every family’s needs and budget.

Mobile-friendly ordering before, during, and after Picture Day. Families with 3+ students pay full price for the first two orders. Every additional student’s order is FREE.

What We Offer to You

Need help printing materials for your school? We’re here to support you. We offer a wide variety of customizable school supplies available for order directly through Geskus.

One complimentary custom vinyl banner per school (design requested 4 weeks in advance).

We proudly collaborate with schools through sponsorships, volunteering, donations, and meaningful community initiatives.

Earn 20% on photo sales as a fundraising opportunity as well as a $2 sign-on bonus per enrolled student.

Picture days & events.

Despite rising costs, Geskus remains one of the most affordable school photography providers in the region - often up to 30% less than competitors.

Because we produce everything locally in New England, we control quality, reduce costs, and pass the savings directly to schools and families.

School Day Pricing

$66

$56

Yearbook

(3) 8x10s, (4) 5x7s, (2) 3x5s, (4) Wallets + FREE (1) Magnet

(1) 8x10, (2) 5x7s, (3) 4x6s, (4) 3x5s + FREE (1) Magnet

We proudly partner with TreeRing to offer a sustainable, user-friendly yearbook solution.

• • • •

No minimum orders Free shipping One tree planted for every book sold Easy-to-use software and dedicated support

Yearbooks should be simple, affordable, and stress-free.

Events & Additional Services We offer: • • • • •

Club and candid photography Prom coverage Senior class photos (complimentary) Graduation coverage Studio and on-location senior portraits

Always available upon request.

$45 (3) 5x7s, (2) 3x5s, (8) Wallets

$39

(1) 4x6, (2) 3x5s, (4) Wallets, (4) Minis

A La Carte + Digital Download (1) 8x10 or (2) 5x7s or (3) 4x6s or (4) 3x5s or (8) Wallets or (16) Minis starting as low as $9 .99 per sheet.

Digital download starting as low as $9 .00! It comes with a full copyright release, giving you complete ownership and the freedom to use it as you wish. It’s a customer favorite!

Many more package options, keepsakes, and novelties available to families online and on flyer.

Pre-order pricing is displayed. Prices subject to increase after the pre-ordering period ends.

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Spring Program

Our Spring program gives students another opportunity to shine - while schools earn up to 20% commission.

With updated poses and complimentary backgrounds, it’s a fresh and fun extension of your Fall program.

• Boost morale after a long winter with some picture day magic • Families love to gift Spring portraits for Mother’s Day, Father’s Day, and end-of-year celebrations • A chance for families to see how much their children have grown since the Fall We like to break the mold and get a little more creative with the pictures we take. Each year, we introduce a new posing style and a new set of complimentary backgrounds to keep things fresh and interesting.

We decide on our portrait plan through a process of internal suggestions, customer feedback review, and extensive testing.

This day is a blast every year and we love to capture the season’s blossoming smiles! We plan to continue to step out of the box.

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Terms, testimonials, & references.

We are proud to be trusted by schools across New England - from elementary schools to high schools and district leadership teams.

Our partners consistently highlight: • Professional and friendly photographers • Smooth, organized Picture Days • Exceptional communication • Flexible support • Positive experiences for students and staff

What Defines Geskus

Quality: Professional posing, natural expressions, premium printing, and careful packaging.

Service: Dependable communication and responsive support when you need us.

Value: Locally produced products at competitive pricing, plus meaningful community investment.

Teamwork: Good people doing good work together for your school.

Innovation: Continual improvement in technology, processes, and product offerings.

Terms & Responsibilities

Geskus will: • Provide Picture Day marketing materials • Photograph every student and staff member • Provide complimentary IDs • Handle all customer service and payment processing • Offer 100% money-back guarantee • Turnaround time on packages within 3–4 weeks • Deliver all service items within 4 weeks Schools will: • Provide student and staff data 4 weeks prior • Provide space and scheduling support on Picture Day

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“As always, I repeat myself by saying that I am always in good hands with anyone from Geskus. Thank you so much. You are the bomb diggity!”

Donna Aubin | Auburn Village School

“Even in the midst of a rough few covid years, Geskus has been very flexible in working with and accommodating our needs and the needs of our parents, Thank you!”

Michael Beachy | Grantham Village School “Thank you for being so helpful. I really do love Geskus! Everyone is always so helpful and willing to do whatever it takes.”

Theresa Blades | Ellis School

“I just have to say...you have a great team. This was the easiest, most professional picture day in my 22 years as a school secretary.”

Kathy Venuti | Bradley School

“What a wonderful group of photographers you sent us today! Thank you! I think this was one of the best picture days we have ever had!”

Marla Miller | Merrimack Valley Middle School

“Thank you! Your representative was great with the kids and staff. It was a very nice first experience with your company. So far, I am very happy we made the switch from Life Touch.”

Jeremy Hillger | Sandwich Central School

All the photographers were great and we kept each other informed as the morning progressed.

Thank you again for your flexibility with sending the 5th camera to us, it worked out great.”

Susan Piper | Hudson Memorial School

“I want to let you know that our experience was very good. The photographers were on time and need little assistance setting up. The whole picture taking process was extremely smooth.

Thanks again!”

Jeanne Tehven | Bristol Elementary School

“I wanted to tell you that we were so impressed with your crew. They helped to make sure that everything ran smoothly. Most of all, they were kind, helpful, and easy to work with. Thank you so much!”

Alison Bryant | Assistant Superintendent of Exeter School District, SAU 16 Page 09

References

St. John’s Prep 72 Spring Street Danvers, MA 01923

Ivan G. Smith Elementary School 15 Lobao Drive Danvers, MA 01923

Erinn Powers | Picture Day Contact epowers@stjohnsprep.org 978-774-1050 ext. 210

Valerie Ferry | Picture Day Contact valerieferry@danvers.org 978-774-1350 x1

Thurgood Marshall Middle School 100 Brookline Street Lynn, MA 01902

Witchcraft Heights Elementary School 1 Frederick Street Salem, MA 01970

Ashley Melanson | Picture Day Contact melansona@lynnschools.org 781-477-7360 ext. 3606

Nicole Mateo | Picture Day Contact nmateo@salemk12.org 978-740-1271

Arlington Catholic High School 16 Medford Street Arlington, MA 02474

Mystic Valley Regional Charter School District 4 Laurel Street Malden, MA 02148

Steve Barrett | Associate Principal sbarrett@achs.net 781-646-7770

Andrea Gutoski | Picture Day Contact agutoski@mvrcs.org 781-870-0440

Rate 98% Retention 98% of our schools rate us 5 out of 5 for picture day experience and overall quality & service.

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22 Marin Way, Unit 3 Stratham NH 03885 (800) 948-1120 x5673 stephen@wearegeskus.com wearegeskus.com