Photography Client Questionnaire
Whether it's a product shoot, a portrait session or brand photography, a short questionnaire before the shoot means fewer surprises on the day. Collect the shoot type, location, shot list, styling and usage in one go.
- 16 questions
- About 6 minutes for your client
- No account needed to fill it
The 16 questions, and why each one matters
Every question earns its place. Here's what each one tells you before you quote.
About you
- 1
Full name*
Short answer
Why ask: So you know who you're dealing with and can address them properly in your proposal.
- 2
Email address*
Email
Why ask: Where you'll send the quote, contract and updates.
- 3
Phone / WhatsApp number
Phone
Why ask: Most clients reply faster on WhatsApp than email, especially for quick approvals.
- 4
Business or brand name
Short answer
Why ask: Lets you look up their current website and social pages before your first call.
The shoot
- 5
What type of shoot is it?*
Multiple choice (one)
- Portraits/headshots
- Product photography
- Brand/lifestyle
- Family
- Fashion
- Food
- Event
- Real estate
Why ask: The shoot type decides the equipment, crew and time needed.
- 6
Preferred shoot date
Date
Why ask: Lets you check availability straight away.
- 7
Location
Short answer
Why ask: Location affects lighting, travel and whether you need permits.
- 8
How many people or products?
Multiple choice (one)
- 1
- 2 - 5
- 6 - 20
- More than 20
Why ask: Numbers set how long the shoot takes.
- 9
List the shots you must have
Paragraph
Why ask: A must-have list makes sure nothing important is missed on the day.
Style and use
- 10
Share photos with a style you like
Paragraph
Why ask: References show the lighting, mood and editing style they expect.
- 11
Where will the photos be used?
Checkboxes (many)
- Website
- Social media
- Print/billboards
- Ads
- Personal
Why ask: Usage affects licensing, and large prints need higher resolution.
- 12
How many edited photos do you need?
Multiple choice (one)
- Under 10
- 10 - 30
- 30 - 100
- More than 100
Why ask: Editing is often most of the work, so this sets the price.
- 13
Do you need any of these?
Checkboxes (many)
- Makeup artist
- Stylist
- Props
- Models
- Studio hire
Why ask: Extra crew and props need booking and budgeting in advance.
Budget and timeline
- 14
What budget range are you working with?*
Multiple choice (one)
- Under ₦50k
- ₦50k - ₦150k
- ₦150k - ₦400k
- Above ₦400k
Why ask: Ranges are easier for clients to answer than an exact number, and they tell you straight away which package to quote.
- 15
When do you need the final photos?
Date
Why ask: A target date tells you whether the project fits your schedule before you spend time on a proposal.
- 16
Anything else we should know?
Paragraph
Why ask: Catches deal-breakers early: tight deadlines, bad past experiences, or other people who need to approve the work.
How to use this template
- Step 1
Add it to your forms
Create a free account. The template is copied into your dashboard, ready to share.
- Step 2
Make it yours
Change the budget ranges to your prices, remove what you don't need and add your own questions.
- Step 3
Send one link
Paste the link into WhatsApp, email or a DM. Answers arrive in your dashboard with an alert.
See it as your client will
This is the form your client fills. Submitting is turned off in this preview.
Questions about this template
Is this photography client questionnaire free?+
Yes. Create a free Formtified account, add the template to your forms and share it. Templates don't use AI credits, and responses are unlimited.
Can I change the questions?+
Yes. Edit, reorder or remove any question, change the answer options (for example, to your own budget ranges) and add your own questions before you share it.
Does my client need an account to fill it?+
No. Your client opens the link, fills the form on any phone or computer and taps Submit. You get an in-app and email alert, and the answers land in your dashboard.
Can AI write a version for a specific project?+
Yes. Describe the project in a sentence and Formtified AI asks a few quick questions, then writes a questionnaire for that exact project. Each AI form uses one credit, and you get 20 free when you sign up.