Media
Hutchies works with amazing photographers, videographers, and creatives. We want to make sure their work is used respectfully and with the right permissions.
This page outlines the rules for using Hutchies’ media – whether it’s our own content or material created by someone we’ve worked with.
You must request and receive written approval from Hutchies (or the relevant copyright holder) before using any media. Once a licence is granted, these terms apply.
Requesting a licence
To request permission to use Hutchies’ media, please contact our Communications Team.
If the media was created by a third-party contributor, we’ll let you know who to contact for approval.
What’s covered
An approved licence applies to:
- Photos, videos, drone footage, animations, and other creative media
- Media shared by Hutchies or our contributors
- Media used by third parties with written permission
Terms of use
- The media is for use by the approved party only (granted in writing by the copyright holder)
- The copyright holder retains full ownership at all times
- Don’t send high-res files or originals to anyone else without written approval
- For editorial use, send PDF proofsheets or watermarked versions to avoid unauthorised use
- Check the approved and unauthorised use cases below before publishing or sharing
- If you’re unsure, contact Hutchies or the media author
Approved use
- By an approved party only
- Online websites, social media, editorial
- Print reports, brochures, flyers, posters, editorial
- Awards industry-specific programs (with copyright holder approval)
Unauthorised use
- By anyone other than the licenced client without written approval from the copyright holder
- Large-scale advertising or events (eg billboards, national TV campaigns) without written approval from the copyright holder – additional fees may apply
Credit
We love giving credit where it’s due. Hutchies always tries to acknowledge our contributors, and we encourage you to do the same.
Examples:
- “Photography by Name” (ie Photography by Hutchies)
- Tag them on social media: @[social handle]
Legal terms
Use of Hutchies’ media is subject to our full terms, including:
- Intellectual property Hutchies or the media author retains all rights. You must not copy, reproduce, or distribute the media without written approval
- Confidentiality Media may contain confidential information. You must only use it for the stated purpose and not share it with third parties without approval
- For information only Media is provided for reference and must not be relied on as advice. Hutchies disclaims liability for unauthorised use
- Third-party content If the media includes work by external contributors, their views may not reflect Hutchies’ position. We disclaim responsibility for unauthorised use
Questions
Get in touch with Hutchies' Communications Team.
Alternatively, contact the media author directly.