The Companion Code of Conduct
1. When being scheduled, the model should inform the photographer if she
plans to brings a companion. Please be aware they may require that your
companion not stay for the shoot. This is especially common if there will
be other models; other models should not be expected to be comfortable with
strangers attending a shoot if they are not part of the crew.
2. When arriving at shoot, the companion should introduce themselves to the
photographer.
3. The companion should find a spot that is out of the way (within earshot if
able, but not within view) and "settle in" for the duration of the shoot. Bringing a
book to read, or sitting out on the porch making celphone calls, are ways to
help time pass.
4. The companion should avoid being in the work areas. This includes:
a. Do not hover in the models' bathroom/dressing area.
b. Do not hang around the photographer and talk to them while they are trying to
get ready, or working on things between sets.
c. Do not remain in the shoot room during the shoot. Do not be in view of
the people in the set.
5. Between sets it is acceptable for the model to briefly check in with the
companion.
6. If the model and companion take a cigarette break together, be careful that
it does not drag out to be a long break.
If the photographer indicates directly to the model or companion that
exceptions to the above are acceptable at a specific shoot, follow their lead.