PREFERRED PHOTOGRAPHER PROGRAM - METRO MLS

PREFERRED PHOTOGRAPHER PROGRAM

We like to be a proactive, solution based, member focused MLS, which is why we created The Preferred Photographer Program. Below you will find program information, an updated list of our Preferred Photographers, resources and a Preferred Photographer application request form.

What Is The Preferred Photographer Program And Why To Use It?

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ABOUT THE PREFERRED PHOTOGRAPHER PROGRAM

The METRO MLS PREFERRED PHOTOGRAPHER PROGRAM has been created for our Broker & Agent members. We realize in this day & age of technology and listing syndication, often listing photos can cause some copyright frustration. We like to be a proactive, solution based, member focused MLS, which is why we created The Preferred Photographer Program. Just as we brought protection to our members through DMCA and copyright compliance in the past, now you have an opportunity to expand that protection to listing photos. Every photographer on our list has been properly vetted, trained and has agreed to an unlimited, lifetime copyright release on photos used for the sole purpose of listing, marketing and selling the specific property photographed. This is a HUGE win for Metro MLS and our members.

VETTED

We require all our photographers to complete an application, an agreement with MLS, and review the required agreement between photographer and broker/agent. They must agree to all terms and meet some basic minimum requirements, including being a real estate photographer.

TRAINED

Each photographer attends an FlexMLS training class where they learn how to upload listing photos on behalf of the member they contracted for. The photographers have their own MLS log-in access which helps expedite the listing process for our members.

LIMIT COPYRIGHT HASSLE

Listing photos, seems simple enough right? Absolutely, if it’s your listing, you take the photos and you are the broker. However, any variation and you may stumble into possible copyright issues and a conversation about intellectual property.

The photographers on our preferred list have already agreed to copyright release in advance. If you use a Preferred Photographer, you’ll severely reduce your risk and limit potential copyright hassle in the future.

BACK TO THE QUESTION…. WHAT IS IT?

The Preferred Photographer Program connects Metro MLS members to highly qualified real estate photographers that offer a variety of photography services (aerial/ drone, enhancements, virtual tours, etc.) throughout Wisconsin.

WHY SHOULD YOU USE IT?

For several reasons. First, it’s been reported that using a professional photographer for the purpose of marketing and listing properties, decreases the amount of time needed to sell and increases the purchase price.

Secondly, using a Preferred Photographer is a one stop shop. Many photographers on the list can accommodate a variety of services throughout the state of Wisconsin. Third, it saves time. The photographer takes the listing photos and uploads them to FlexMLS via Metro MLS on behalf of the broker or agent.

Lastly, limit copyright hassle. Many times an agreement between a broker and photographer does not include a copyright release, that’s risky. The broker pays for the photos, yet doesn’t have unlimited rights to use them, which can cause a lot of frustration down the road. The Preferred Photographer Program drastically reduces risk because we have proactively worked out the copyright details in advance.

Ultimately, you should use the Preferred Photographer Program because it helps improve the listing experience for brokers, agents and their clients.

METRO MLS PREFERRED PHOTOGRAPHERS

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JOYCE PAISLEY

Camera PhotographyAerial Drone PhotographyVideo Production
Joyce Paisley Photography & Digital Artistry
Services: Photography, Drone, Video
Service Area(s): All Counties
Location: Greenfield, WI
Contact: Joyce Paisley
Call: (414) 530-0822
Email: info@joycepaisley.com
Website: joycepaisley.com

MIDDLE COAST MEDIA HOUSE

Camera PhotographyAerial Drone PhotographyVideo Production

Services: Photography, Drone, Video
Service Area(s): All Counties
Contact: Jake Lange
Call: (414) 522-1501
Email: Jake@middlecoastmediahouse.com
Website: middlecoastmediahouse.com

JAMES MEYER PHOTOGRAPHY

Camera PhotographyAerial Drone PhotographyVideo Production
Services: Photography, Drone, Video, 3D, Virtual Staging, 2D Floorplan
Service Area(s): Milwaukee, Washington, Ozaukee, Waukesha, Sheboygan, Fond du Lac, Dodge, Kenosha, Racine
Contact: James Meyer
Call: (414) 687-7018
Email: jamesmeyerphoto@gmail.com
Website: jamesmeyerphoto.com

LIGHT PHOTOGRAPHY

Camera PhotographyAerial Drone PhotographyVideo Production
LIGHT PHOTOGRAPHY GROUP
Services: Photography, Drone, Video
Service Area(s): Milwaukee, Ozaukee, Waukesha, Racine, Washington, Kenosha
Location: Milwaukee, WI
Call: (262) 224-2084
Email: lightphotographers@gmail.com
Website: lightphotographygroup.com

KIMEEZ STUDIO

Camera PhotographyAerial Drone PhotographyVideo Production
Services: Photography, Drone, Video
Service Area(s): All Counties
Mobile Studio Base: Muskego, WI
Contact: Kim Sahin
Call: (414) 526-2889
Email: kim@kimeezphotography.com
Website: kimeezphotography.com

One Media

Camera PhotographyAerial Drone PhotographyVideo Production

Services: Photography, Drone, Video
Contact: Kyle Jewell
Call: (262) 374-1209
Email: hello@onemediawi.com
Website: onemediawi.com

SHOTS BY ROXY

Camera Photography
Services: Photography, Virtual Tours, 2D Floor Plans, Virtual Staging, Social Media Reels and Videos
Service Area(s): All Counties
Contact: Roxanne Martens
Call: (414) 305-9572
Email: roxy@shotsbyroxy.com
Website: shotsbyroxy.com

PINK RIBBON PRODUCTIONS

Camera PhotographyAerial Drone PhotographyVideo Production
Services: Photography, Drone, Video
Service Area(s): All Counties
Contact: Deb Kay
Call: (262) 424-0162
Email: debkay@pinkribbonpro.com
Website: pinkribbonpro.com

SHUTTER ZONE MEDIA

Camera PhotographyAerial Drone PhotographyVideo Production
Services: Photography, Drone, Video
Service Area(s): All Counties
Location: New Berlin, WI
Contact: Casey Jones
Call: (414) 375-9151
Email: info@shutterzonemedia.com
Website: shutterzonemedia.com

STACY SIMS PHOTOGRAPHY

Camera Photography
Services: Photography
Service Area(s): All Counties
Location: Oak Creek, WI
Contact: Stacy Sims
Call: (414) 339-1746
Email: Contact Form
Website: stacysimsphoto.com

SUBURBAN LENS

Camera PhotographyAerial Drone PhotographyVideo Production
Services: Photography, Drone, Video
Service Area(s): Kenosha, Racine, Lake, Walworth, McHenry, Washington, Milwaukee, Waukesha, Ozaukee
Contact: Customer Care Team
Call: (414) 301-2261
Email: order@suburbanlens.com
Website: suburbanlens.com

SYNERGY VENTURES LLC

Camera Photography

Services: Photography
Service Area(s): All Counties
Contact: Christy Librizzi
Call: (920) 207-0630
Email: synergychristy@gmail.com
Website: synergychristy.wixsite.com

TERI PIAS LLC

Camera PhotographyAerial Drone PhotographyVideo Production
Services: Photography, Drone, Video
Service Area(s): Kenosha, Racine, Walworth,
Milwaukee, Waukesha
Contact: Teri Pias
Call: (262) 331-0511
Email: teripias@gmail.com
Website: teripias.com

VIBRANT FOCUS PHOTOGRAPHY

Camera PhotographyAerial Drone PhotographyVideo Production
Services: Photography, Drone, Video
Service Area(s): All Counties
Location: Sheboygan, WI
Contact: Adam Cain
Call: (920) 207-0630
Email: adam@invibrantfocus.com
Website: invibrantfocus.com

ROCKROSE PRODUCTIONS

Camera PhotographyAerial Drone PhotographyVideo Production
Services: Photography, Drone, Video
Service Area(s): All Counties
Location: Milwaukee, WI
Contact: Matthew Schultz
Call: (414) 333-4005
Email: matthewschultz51@gmail.com
Website: rockroseproductions.com

HOMMATI

Camera PhotographyAerial Drone PhotographyVideo Production

Services: Photography, Drone, Video
Service Area(s): Kenosha, Racine, Walworth, Washington, Milwaukee, Waukesha, Ozaukee
Contact: Mark and Bonnie Lesperance
Call: (262) 358-9300
Email: lesperance@hommati.com
Website: hommati.com/office/205

JENNIFER BAKE PHOTOGRAPHY

Camera PhotographyVideo Production
Services: Photography, Video
Service Area(s): Washington, Milwaukee, Waukesha, Ozaukee, Jefferson
Location: Sussex, WI
Contact: Jennifer DeBruin
Call: (414) 322-7935
Email: jenniferbakephotography@gmail.com
Website: jenniferbakephotography.com

INFLIGHT DRONE

Camera PhotographyAerial Drone PhotographyVideo Production

Services: Photography, Drone, Video
Service Area(s): All Counties
Location: Milwaukee, WI
Contact: Jake Brozynski
Call: (262) 853-4802
Email: takeoffwithus@inflightdrone.com
Website: inflightdrone.net/

SAM’S PHOTOGRAPHY LLC

Camera PhotographyAerial Drone Photography

Services: Photography, Drone
Service Area(s): Manitowoc, Sheboygan
Location: Manitowoc, WI
Contact: Samuel Strutz
Call: (920) 901-0993
Email: samphotograph22@gmail.com
Website: samsphotographyllc.com

PICTURE PERFECT PROPERTIES OF WISCONSIN

Camera Photography Video Production

Services: Photography
Service Area(s): All Counties
Location: Waukesha, WI
Call: (414) 807-0069
Email: chris@pppwi.com
Website: www.pppwi.com

TALENTED PHOTOGRAPHERS WANTED

Are you ready to connect with nearly 8,000 Realtors and more than 50,000 annual listings? Complete the form below for a Metro MLS Preferred Photographer Program informational packet and program application.
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