Instructions for Scanning and Transmitting Photos
1.
High Resolution Digital Images should be transmitted to us in the following format:
- "RGB" mode for color, or a "grayscale" mode for black & white.
- Output size: biggest dimension {height or width} should be 10 inches in longest direction (1-2 MB file size).
- Resolution: 200-300 dpi. {If you are scanning a print that is 5x7 or smaller at 1:1 output, increase resolution to 300 dpi.}
2.Save file as JPEG. On a PC, be sure the file name has the proper extension. For example: Filename.jpg
3.Compress image: Photoshop level 8 or high quality.
4.
Transmit to Feature Photo Service:
Attach JPEG file to an Internet e-mail message. Send to:
editor "AT" featurephoto.com and Cc: featurephoto "AT" gmail.com or via WeTransfer (below).
PLEASE CALL US IMMEDIATELY @ 212.944.1060 EXT. 1 TO LET US KNOW YOU HAVE SENT THE PHOTO.
5.
Caption Information
- Caption should be 80 words or less. It should identify all people in the photo, with their titles, ages and hometown, as applicable. The caption should answer the questions: who, what, where and why. Please include a contact name and phone number, for an editor to contact for more information.
- Captions should be included in the body of the email. Please be sure to indicate which distribution you are selecting.
IMPORTANT Mon-Fri 9am-5pm Call: (212) 944-1060 ext.1 immediately after sending us your photo. FPS accepts photos 24 hrs per day 7 days a week. Generally photos sent after hours and on weekends are handled by appointment. We will provide you with a contact number to reach us after hours and over weekends. Our after-hours editor checks our email regularly. Please email us at editor "AT" featurephoto.com and Cc: featurephoto "AT" gmail.com to let us know when we can expect the photo. Please leave your name and a number where you can be reached.
Alternatively, you can send us your image, caption and instructions via WeTransfer . Please be sure to include a brief message and a call back telephone number so that we can contact you.
PAYMENT Visa, MasterCard, Amex accepted. To make a payment, please complete, sign and send back the attached credit card authorization form. FPS_Credit_Card_Authorization.pdf
TERMS & CONDITIONS: Please take time to review our Terms of Service Disclaimers and Conditions. We are happy to answer any questions you might have.
