How much to charge for music cd photos?

[dlifesjrny]

An independent recording artist wants to use some of my photos for his upcoming album.
How do I go about charging, how much should I charge?
Are there any online forms or guides?
I don't want to overcharge, but I don't want to get ripped off either.
Any advice is greatly appreciated!
Thanks!

 

[Rob]

Depends on the size of his label. If they're ok for cash, then charge whatever you like. If it's a friend of a friend type arrangement, then just get a good credit in the album cover.

Rob

 

[JTHphoto]

don't quote me on this, as i am not in the industry and don't really know anything about photos for CDs, but i talked to a pro once that did a lot of cd covers/band photos for inside (LA area, did these for extra cash on the side) and he said he charged a flat fee of $1000 for each one. He said it was pretty easy money...

 

[DestinDave]

I took pictures for a friend who was putting together his first CD. I shor four rolls of film at his home and studio and then went to one of the nightclubs he was playing and shot another roll there. I charged him for the film and processing and all I asked was an autographed copy of his CD and credits on the album cover if he used any of the shots. KInd of what Rob said above.

 

[Coralguy]

If you would like, I will ask my sister. She is a contract attorney for Dreamworks studios. She does alot of the music contracts for their movies. Let me know.