Client Preparation Guide for Panorama Shoots
Prepare clients for a panorama shoot with staging, privacy, access, timing, and delivery questions.
Set expectations before the date
Confirm the address, access instructions, contact person, expected rooms, approximate timing, and whether the project includes interactive 360-degree delivery or flat panorama images. Ask about restrictions on tripods, lighting, pets, tenants, or neighboring spaces.
Explain that the camera records in every direction. Clients should know that mirrors, windows, open doors, and reflective appliances may show people or equipment and need to be prepared accordingly.
- Share the arrival window and a reliable contact method.
- Confirm which spaces are in scope and which must remain private.
- Ask whether any areas require permission or protective equipment.
Prepare the space
Remove clutter, bins, loose cables, personal papers, medication, valuables, and identifying documents. Finish repairs and cleaning before the photographer arrives because retouching cannot reliably replace missing context or remove every reflection.
Keep surfaces simple and intentional. Straighten furniture, make beds, close toilet lids, hide spare supplies, and decide whether curtains and interior lights should be consistent throughout the property.
Protect people and property
Arrange for residents, staff, pets, and visitors to stay out of the active area during capture. Identify fragile objects and restricted rooms before equipment is set down, and tell the photographer about alarms, access codes, or surfaces that need protection.
Agree on how faces, license plates, house numbers, artwork, and personal information should be handled. If a person or item must not appear, remove or cover it before the shoot rather than relying on an unplanned edit.
- Secure pets and clear walkways.
- Protect fragile, confidential, and valuable items.
- Provide permission details for people or locations that may appear.
Approval and delivery checklist
After capture, give the client a clear review path and a deadline for factual corrections. Ask them to identify a room, viewpoint, or privacy concern rather than requesting vague changes. Keep the original captures and explain which changes are included in the agreed scope.
Complete this checklist: 1. Confirm all requested areas were accessible. 2. Review a representative view for privacy. 3. Confirm file names and delivery method. 4. Record revision requests in writing. 5. Approve the final package before archiving.
- Access and scope confirmed
- Space staged and people clear
- Review and revision process understood