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Example: Commercial Photography Project

Project Details

Industry: Photography

Client: Corporate Brand

Deliverables: 20 final images

Usage: Paid advertising (1 year)

Timeline: 2 weeks

Recommended Rate Range

Minimum$3,500

Average$5,000

Premium$7,500

Usage rights add 40% premium

Corporate client supports higher rates

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Film ProductionPosted 2 hours ago

Music Video for Startup Brand

Three-day shoot, 15-person crew, full production. Client wants unlimited revisions and perpetual usage rights across all platforms.

73%

Underpaid

$8,500

Offered

24 comments

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Graphic DesignPosted 5 hours ago

Brand Identity Package for Tech Company

Logo design, brand guidelines, business cards, social media templates. Two revision rounds included, final files delivered in all formats.

68%

Fair

$4,200

Offered

12 comments

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