We've come a long way from basic wedding photography!
The video/photo segment of franchising is truly exciting, with innovative concepts being created all the time. You’re no longer limited to weekend-intensive wedding work! Now, your options run the gamut from child ID programs to video/DVD production - from B2B services to school and sports photography. An interest in photography or videography is helpful but not required, and a background in marketing or sales will serve you well in developing your client list. You can even operate many of these businesses from the comfort of a home office!
Child ID Programs
McGruff® Safe Kids Total ID System
- McGruff® Safe Kids is now offering franchise opportunities to organizations and individuals who want to become involved in the Child Safety / Identification Industry though The McGruff® Safe Kids Total Identification System program. We have developed a high-tech system that makes The McGruff® Safe Kids Total Identification System program both fast and easy to administer. We are the leading, most comprehensive child safety/identification and education program available in the United States. This is a licensed service of the National Crime Prevention Council.
The system requires a small upfront investment, and is very simple to operate: A child gets his fingerprints and photograph taken by the associate, and the basic information is entered into a field on the computer. The entire format is one page and requires very little to no computer experience. It is a “point and click” system.
You can work at your business full or part-time, in your own protected territory, and you'll be able to use the power of McGruff® The Crime Dog to generate sales.
Video Production
eCommercials Video
- Producing video commercials for websites is in high demand, simply because video commercials help businesses make more sales. Research has shown that 83% of consumers said they would be more likely to buy from a website with a video commercial than a company that did not have one. Video commercials are a great way for businesses to showcase their products, services and personnel to potential clients. Now you can take advantage of a first to market opportunity like this and create real wealth for yourself and your family.
Just two years ago, video on the internet was not feasible, but now it is for the following reasons: 1. Forester Research states that 55% of US consumers now have access to high-speed internet connections which is ideal for watching video online 2. The President of the United States recently signed a bill that guarantees 100% access to high-speed internet connections by 2007. 3. Broadband subscriptions are on the rise, as telephone and cable companies push their high-speed services.
You've probably seen lots of commercials for broadband already. After you join the eCommercials team you will receive a startup kit in the mail that contains everything you need to run your business and be on your way to being successful.
Family Tree Video
- Family Tree Video specializes in digitally "custom" producing the histories of families on video and DVD. They use only the very best of each client's old photographs, slides, old home movies, video tapes and other priceless memorabilia and add special effects, music, titles, their voice-over and live testimony and produce a heartwarming music video on DVD that lives on in their family, forever.
Family Tree Video is the "wave of the future" for preserving memories, but is also has the benefit of a successful business track record for 20 years!
You can also offer commercial digital video production through your company, such as corporate marketing videos on various products and services, and TV infomercials. Your digital video system will be capable of any type of broadcast production. After 20 years in the video industry, having sold and produced hundreds of thousands of dollars in production revenue, the team at Family Tree Video will help you determine exactly which markets to concentrate on for your greatest ROI and success.
Videomasters
- If you are interested in starting a fun, creative, and profitable home-based business... then you have come to the right place.
Videomasters has been helping people just like you start and run their very own video production companies since 1981. They are the leader in starting video production businesses and our successful affiliates prove it. Their comprehensive system gives you the knowledge, the tools, and the support you need to succeed.
As a Videomasters affiliate your business can be designed with remarkable flexibility. And since you control your own schedule, you can design it to fit your busy lifestyle. Home-based businesses are on the rise and no wonder, with two-career families and hectic lifestyles, bringing the job home is making a lot of sense for many people. While there are many office front examples in the affiliate network, most of their affiliates prefer to run their business, either full or part time, from their home.
Videomasters offers the ultimate in freedom, creativity and expression. The VM system sets you up with all the equipment, marketing savvy, support, and business knowledge you'll need to succeed. How you implement that information is strictly up to you. You are in business for yourself, but not by yourself. You are truly your own boss.
Photography
The Sports Section
- Highly ranked in the annual Entrepreneur Franchise 500 (#191 overall, and #1 in its category), The Sports Section has been in business since 1983. TSS is the Nation's Leader in Youth and Sports Photography. With franchises throughout the U.S., Puerto Rico, and Canada, they lead the industry in product offering and development. They are the approved photographer for several of the countries biggest organizations, photographing over a million children each year.
TSS offers training programs that address all phases of our business. It is not necessary to have photography or sales experience. They offer in-field one-on-one training, as well as corporate classroom training. TSS Franchisees operate their business from home. You need a computer, printer, fax machine, a dedicated phone line and storage space. As a franchisee, you'll benefit from working with a strong, established company.
TSS offers four different Franchise plans. A Territory is awarded based on population within your targeted area. The Director of Franchise Development will discuss with you the population of your territory and explain to you which plan is appropriate for the area you are purchasing. Territory Expansion and Multiple Territory plans are encouraged.
Franchisees service their business from within their local area vicinity. TSS provides its customized program to any athletic, school, or civic organization, no matter what size. With over 140 product combinations, we are sure to have an item your customers will want for virtually any activity, children and adults alike.
Images 4 Kids
- Do you have an interest in Photography? Do you enjoy working with children? Would you like to step out of corporate America and be in complete control of your earnings... and your own destiny? If so, Images 4 Kids could be the perfect business for you!
- Home Based
- Comprehensive Training
- Continuous Support
- No Weekends, Evenings or Summers
- Work only 7 months a year
- Exclusive Territory
- Low Initial Investment
- No Royalty Fees
Images for Kids is currently looking for qualified franchise owners throughout the U.S. and Canada. Here what some of their current franchisees have to say about this great opportunity...
Images 4 Kids has allowed me to have something I never thought possible…a job that I truly enjoy that allows me excellent earning potential and flexibility!
- Shelley, Michigan
The support that I have received from the home office is above and beyond my expectations. Each one of them has something incredible to offer. I am so grateful that I have partnered up with this team!
- Kim, New York
Source: http://bizjournals.bison.com
