Our Process
A strategic approach to commercial real estate photography that transforms properties into marketing powerhouses. Every step designed with one goal: faster leasing at premium rates.
Start Your ProjectGreat Photography Starts Before We Pick Up the Camera
Our process isn't just about taking photos—it's about understanding your property, your market, and your goals. Then creating visuals that drive action.
"We don't show up and wing it. Every shot is planned, every angle has purpose, every image works toward your leasing goals."
— KC Media Team
From First Contact to Final Delivery
Discovery & Strategy Session
Within 24 hours of your inquiry, we connect to understand your property and objectives. This isn't a generic questionnaire—it's a strategic conversation.
What We Discuss:
- ✓ Target tenant profile
- ✓ Key selling points
- ✓ Marketing channels
- ✓ Competition & positioning
What You Get:
- ✓ Custom shot strategy
- ✓ Transparent pricing
- ✓ Timeline confirmation
- ✓ Preparation checklist
Pre-Shoot Planning
48 hours before your shoot, we finalize every detail. No surprises, no scrambling—just professional execution.
Your Custom Shot List Includes:
Hero Shots
MLS thumbnails and website headers that stop scrolling
Feature Focus
Amenities and unique selling points your tenants care about
Context Shots
Neighborhood, accessibility, and location advantages
📋 We send your preparation checklist to ensure shoot day success
Shoot Day Excellence
We arrive prepared, work efficiently, and capture every angle on your custom shot list. Professional execution, minimal disruption.
Typical Shoot Timeline:
Review shot list, identify best features
Systematic capture of all interior spaces
Building exteriors, signage, parking
Drone shots showing context and accessibility
Equipment We Use:
- 📷 Professional full-frame cameras
- 🔦 Studio lighting equipment
- 🚁 FAA-compliant drones
- 🎥 Gimbal stabilizers
What We Capture:
- ✓ Wide establishing shots
- ✓ Detail-oriented features
- ✓ Natural light optimization
- ✓ Multiple angles per space
Professional Post-Production
Every image receives meticulous attention to ensure your property looks its absolute best while maintaining authenticity.
Our Editing Standards:
Technical Excellence
- • Color correction & balancing
- • Exposure optimization
- • Lens distortion correction
- • Vertical line straightening
Marketing Polish
- • Window pull (interior/exterior balance)
- • Minor object removal
- • HDR processing when needed
- • Brand consistency
⏱️ Standard turnaround: 48-72 hours
Rush delivery available for urgent listings
Marketing-Ready Delivery
You don't just get photos—you get a complete marketing toolkit ready to deploy across all channels.
What's Included in Your Delivery:
File Formats
- High-res originals
- Web-optimized
- Social media sizes
Platform Ready
- MLS optimized
- LoopNet ready
- Email campaigns
Usage Rights
- Full marketing use
- No restrictions
- Perpetual license
Delivery Method:
Private online gallery with individual download links. Access for 90 days with permanent backup available.
Our Relationship Doesn't End at Delivery
Ongoing Support Includes:
Marketing Guidance
Tips on which images work best for different platforms and campaigns
Custom Crops
Need a specific size or format? We're here to help maximize your investment
Future Projects
Streamlined process for your next property with saved preferences
"Success in commercial real estate is about relationships. We're not just your photographer—we're your visual marketing partner."
— KC Media Team
Why Our Process Works
Strategic, Not Random
Every decision is filtered through your marketing goals. We don't just take pretty pictures—we create visual assets that drive specific outcomes.
Efficient, Not Rushed
Our systematic approach means faster shoots, quicker turnaround, and consistent quality—without sacrificing attention to detail.
Collaborative, Not Dictatorial
Your input matters. We bring expertise, you bring property knowledge—together we create marketing magic.
Results-Focused, Not Task-Based
Success isn't measured in photos delivered—it's measured in properties leased. Our process is designed for outcomes.
"The difference with KC Media Team is their process. They don't just show up and shoot—they understand our goals, plan accordingly, and deliver images that actually help us lease properties. It's refreshing to work with true professionals who get commercial real estate."
Jennifer Thompson
VP of Marketing, Copaken Brooks