IMAGE LICENSING GUIDE


All final images are supplied by Faye Thomas on a licensed basis. This means that while you are granted permission to use your photographs for agreed purposes, copyright and ownership of the images always remain with the Photographer.

For more details please see my booking terms & conditions.


Most of my film industry clients find that my Standard Headshots Licence provides everything they need. However, if your requirements extend beyond those uses, enhanced and bespoke licensing options are available.



Standard Film Industry Headshots Licence

Included with all headshot sessions

Subject to payment in full, the Client is granted a non-exclusive, non-transferable Licence to Use the Photographs for the following purposes only:

  • Spotlight (including spotlight.com and associated publications);
  • IMDb (www.imdb.com);
  • Agency, management and representation websites and social media accounts;
  • The Client's own personal websites, portfolios, business cards and personal social media accounts;
  • Theatre programmes; and
  • The following named Film and Theatre industry trade publications only: Deadline, Variety, The Hollywood Reporter, The Wrap, Backstage, Screen Daily and The Stage.

The Licence to Use is granted solely to the Client. No third-party rights are granted, assigned or implied. The Photographer's credit, "Faye Thomas", should accompany all published reproductions of the Photographs wherever reasonably practicable. Where images are shared on social media, the Client should credit @fayethomasphoto in both the caption and tag, and use reasonable endeavours to ensure that third parties acting on their behalf do the same. The Photographs may not be altered, manipulated, edited or otherwise modified by the Client or any third party without the Photographer's prior written consent. This includes, but is not limited to, the application of filters, AI-generated modifications, the creation of derivative works, or the removal or alteration of metadata. Any use falling outside the scope of this Licence, including but not limited to publication in mainstream press, newspapers, magazines, editorial features, third-party websites not listed above, merchandise, book or album covers, production artwork, billboards, commercial advertising campaigns, marketing materials, or any other print or digital distribution, requires the Photographer's prior written approval and may be subject to additional licensing fees.


For the vast majority of actors and performers, this licence provides comprehensive coverage for everyday professional use.


What Isn't Included?

The Standard Film Industry Licence does not include:

  • Mainstream newspapers and press coverage
  • Consumer magazine editorials and features
  • Book and publishing rights
  • Production publicity campaigns
  • Festival publicity and marketing
  • Advertising and commercial campaigns
  • Brand endorsements
  • Merchandise
  • Album or book covers
  • Posters, billboards and outdoor advertising
  • Corporate marketing materials
  • Third-party websites not listed above
  • Any use by businesses, brands or organisations promoting products or services


If you're unsure whether your intended use falls within the Standard Licence, please get in touch before publication.



Editorial & Press Licensing

An enhanced Editorial & Press Licence is available for clients planning publicity campaigns, working with a publicist or PR representative, undertaking press interviews, or anticipating media coverage beyond the scope of the Standard Film Industry Licence.

This licence is ideal for:

  • Magazine features and editorial interviews;
  • Press junkets and publicity tours;
  • Book launches and author publicity campaigns;
  • Film, television and theatre release campaigns;
  • Festival appearances and promotional activity;
  • Press releases and media kits; and
  • Clients working with publicists, PR teams or management companies coordinating press opportunities.


Examples of permitted usage may include:

  • National and regional newspapers;
  • Consumer magazines;
  • Editorial websites;
  • Press releases;
  • Festival programmes;
  • Publicity surrounding television, theatre or film releases; and
  • Publisher publicity materials.


Editorial & Press Licences are tailored to the specific requirements of each project, taking into account the publication, circulation, territory, duration and extent of the intended usage. As every publicity campaign is unique, enhanced Editorial & Press Licences are quoted on a bespoke basis; from one-off single image licensing for a specific publication to a full portfolio of images licensed for publicity and media kits. Pricing will depend on the nature of the campaign and the scope of the intended usage.


If you anticipate undertaking a publicity campaign or working with a publicist, I recommend arranging an enhanced Editorial & Press Licence at the outset to ensure your images can be used seamlessly as press opportunities arise.



Publisher Licensing

For authors, journalists and publishers requiring image usage in connection with a specific publication.

This may include:

  • Book jackets and covers
  • Interior book usage
  • E-books and digital editions
  • Publisher websites
  • Marketing and promotional activity relating to the publication


Publisher licences can be structured for individual titles, specific editions, or wider publishing campaigns. For straightforward publishing requirements, a simple flat-fee licence may be available. However, where usage extends across multiple territories, editions, formats or promotional channels, licensing will be quoted on a bespoke basis to reflect the scope of the intended use. Fees may vary depending on factors including the territory of publication, print run, duration of use, languages and editions involved, the extent of associated publicity and marketing activity, and whether the licence relates to a single title or a broader publishing campaign. If you are unsure which option best suits your project, please get in touch. I am always happy to discuss your requirements and recommend the most appropriate and cost-effective licensing solution.



Production Publicity Licensing

For production companies, theatres, producers and distributors seeking to use imagery beyond standard industry self-promotion.

Examples include:

  • Show marketing campaigns
  • Production programmes
  • Streaming platform publicity
  • Cinema and theatre marketing
  • Festival promotional materials
  • Electronic press kits (EPKs)



Commercial & Advertising Licensing

For brands and organisations using imagery to promote products, services or commercial ventures.

Examples include:

  • Advertising campaigns
  • Sponsored content
  • Corporate websites
  • Brand partnerships
  • Social media advertising
  • Paid digital campaigns
  • Print advertising
  • Billboards and outdoor media


Commercial licences are individually quoted and reflect factors such as audience size, territory, duration and exclusivity.



Corporate & Professional Branding Licence

Designed for business professionals, entrepreneurs, authors, consultants, executives and organisations requiring imagery for professional brand representation.

This licence may include:

  • Company and organisational websites;
  • Professional biographies and speaker profiles;
  • LinkedIn and other professional networking platforms;
  • Corporate social media accounts;
  • Internal communications and staff directories;
  • Press releases relating to the Client's professional activities;
  • Conference and event programmes;
  • Pitch decks and presentations;
  • Company brochures and marketing collateral;
  • Media kits and professional publicity materials.


What's not included?

Unless expressly agreed in writing, this licence does not extend to:

  • Paid advertising campaigns;
  • Sponsored or promoted social media advertising;
  • Product endorsements;
  • National advertising campaigns;
  • Billboards and outdoor advertising;
  • Packaging;
  • Merchandise;
  • Use by third parties unrelated to the Client's business activities.


Where wider commercial usage is required, an enhanced Commercial & Advertising Licence can be arranged.

Corporate licences can be tailored to reflect the size of the organisation, intended audience, duration of use and whether the imagery relates to an individual professional or a wider business campaign.


Exclusivity & Confidentiality

Standard licences are non-exclusive.

If you require:

  • Exclusive usage rights;
  • Restrictions on portfolio use;
  • Embargo periods;
  • Confidentiality arrangements; or
  • Limitations on editorial publication,

these can usually be accommodated by prior agreement and may incur additional fees.



AI & Machine Learning

No rights are granted for the use of the Photographs in connection with artificial intelligence, machine learning or biometric technologies.

The Photographs may not be used, uploaded, submitted, scraped, reproduced or otherwise supplied, directly or indirectly, to train, test, develop, optimise or improve any artificial intelligence system, machine learning model, dataset, facial-recognition technology, generative technology or similar automated system.



Need Something Different?

Every project is unique. If your intended use falls outside the Standard Film Industry Headshots Licence, bespoke licensing solutions can be created to reflect your specific requirements.


To discuss additional usage rights, please contact:

booking@fayethomas.co.uk

Licensing enquiries are welcomed and can usually be turned around quickly to support press deadlines and publicity opportunities.