Most of the time on a shoot day should go into light, angles and the small moments that make a guest want to book. The more of the list below you handle beforehand, the more of the day goes into those.
The week before
- Book any repairs: chipped paint, blown bulbs, loose handles, stained grout.
- Clean windows inside and out. Dirty glass shows up in every daylight shot.
- Have linen, towels and cushion covers laundered and pressed.
- Send me a list of the spaces and features you most want shown, such as a pool, a view or a new kitchen.
Room by room
Bedrooms
- Make beds with crisp, neutral linen and pull the duvet tight.
- Clear bedside tables except for a lamp and one small object.
- Hide chargers, cables and remote controls.
Kitchens and dining areas
- Clear the worktops completely, then add back two or three things you want guests to notice.
- Put away bins, dish racks, tea towels and fridge magnets.
Bathrooms
- Fold fresh towels and close toilet lids.
- Remove personal toiletries and anything from the shower shelf.
Outdoor spaces and pools
- Skim the pool and switch off cleaning robots.
- Arrange loungers and cushions evenly and open umbrellas.
On the day
- Turn on every light, including lamps, even in daylight.
- Open curtains and blinds fully.
- Keep the property clear of guests and staff in the areas we are shooting.
- Plan for at least one space to be ready around sunset, for the warm light that works well in reels.
Why this matters for video
Short-form video shows a space in motion, so clutter that you could hide with an angle in a photo is hard to avoid on video. A clear room lets a reel move through the space the way a guest would.
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