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« on: January 19, 2015, 14:18 »
I posted something in the DT forums asking for clarification. It's all very well that they trumpet that the selected images get a $2 royalty even if no advertiser ever uses the image, but they're apparently glossing over the fact that Google can resell the image to multiple end users multiple times if an image ends up in lots of ads.
This really isn't different from the Google/Getty deal with the exception that there's an opt out offered (which is a very good thing; and the worse the deals, the more I appreciate that). I think people see Google and get all starry eyed and do daft things.
Agreed - this sounds exactly like the Google/Getty deal and if that is the case (I need to look more into it) I'll certainly be opting out. The Shutterstock/Facebook version of this type of partnership is what should be the standard.... Everyone wins in that situation. The advertiser gets a 'free' image to use in their facebook ads, the shutterstock contributer gets paid for each image that is used in an ad (every time it is used).. Shutterstock get's their cut and facebook collects their image use fees through the ad fees. Four wins. As far as the Dreamstime / Google deal - I'm not ready to give away a year long unlimited reselling license to my best images for $2.00
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« on: January 19, 2015, 08:25 »
The whole story...
The MSG IP got automatically blacklisted (blocked) because of the number of requests it was making to the Shutterstock site through the keyword tool. The keyword tool was simply screen scraping the Shutterstock site (poor coding practice ... espeically when there is an API available) and the IP was automatically blocked.
I'm working to recode the tool to work properly with the API.. once finished (hopefully later today) the keyword tool will work better than before and be much more stable and properly follow good coding practice.
Thanks to Shutterstock for their help
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« on: January 16, 2015, 12:40 »
Why would Shutterstock blocked the Tool which is useful for them and contributor's... Or Tool does not work as expected?
They may not like the extra load it causes for their site.
I haven't heard back from them, so I still don't know if a blocked IP is the problem or not.
Shutterstock is checking into this and hopefully we'll figure out what the problem is. It looks promising.
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« on: January 16, 2015, 08:47 »
Why would Shutterstock blocked the Tool which is useful for them and contributor's... Or Tool does not work as expected?
They may not like the extra load it causes for their site. I haven't heard back from them, so I still don't know if a blocked IP is the problem or not.
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« on: January 16, 2015, 07:20 »
Update: Hmm.. not sure how this will turn out. It looks like the microstockGroup IP is being blocked by Shutterstock - which is totally within their right, especially if the tool was making a lot of requests to their site. I've sent them an email however and hopefully we can figure something out. I may be biased but I go crazy trying to make use of the other keywording tools  ... too small of click boxes, too many page loads, not the right features...
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« on: January 15, 2015, 17:23 »
Any answer when Keyword Tool will be back at function?
I'll get it fixed tomorrow morning. Sorry, I didn't see this thread earlier. Next time, feel free to send an email so I know right away - you can see the email at the bottom of the page.
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« on: January 08, 2015, 04:26 »
No, there is no "forgot password" feature yet, but I can manually reset your password to something easy so you can change it after that.
yes please.. can you just send me the new password via email
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« on: January 08, 2015, 03:46 »
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« on: January 08, 2015, 03:45 »
Look at the stocksy pricing. If you have something different you can price higher. You aren't doing yourself a favor by trying to compete on the lowest price.
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« on: January 08, 2015, 03:40 »
Thanks Niakris - I really couldn't live without this software.
Is there a 'forgot password' function somewhere for accounts. I see there is a change password function on the website but I can't remember what my password was to start with...
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« on: January 06, 2015, 09:32 »
I know it is called the microstock survey, but maybe for next year couldnt we add more macro agencies? Corbis,Getty,Masterfile,Offset etc... I think it would be really helpful to get an overview for the whole market. And there are more and more artists who send files to all price levels,not just micro. It might also encourage people to apply there, to diversify their portfolios and returns.
yes, good point
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« on: January 06, 2015, 01:28 »
I'm iStock Exclusive and a contributor to Alamy (RM). Does your survey want just the iStock numbers or the iStock plus Alamy?
I did iStock only, as the survey seemed to consider Alamy as "macrostock" (even though we know it really isn't -- but it isn't exactly microstock, either).
OTOH, Getty isn't microstock either, yet I included my Getty earnings. 
yes, it gets confusing once we start pulling things apart. I think we'll still come away with some good generalizations about the industry.
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« on: January 05, 2015, 16:18 »
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« on: January 03, 2015, 17:35 »
I also use microstockanalytics software to see how the new images are earnings. You might think that you are still turning a profit from shooting because overall the numbers are in the black.. but really it is the old shoots which are paying for the new shoots and the new shoots never pay for themselves. I'm not saying that is the case, but it is wise to make certain.
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« on: January 01, 2015, 16:53 »
Simply put, I think youll earn more from stock from owning a 70-200 than from owning an 85mm.
agree 100%.
at the moment i'm waiting to buy the new Tamron 15-30 F2.8 VC as it's the first zoom in that range with VR.
this lens is going to become a must !
Yeah I wish Canon would put IS in more of their wide lenses. I often wish for IS on the 24-70 f/2.8 and I wouldnt complain about it being on the 16-35 either
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« on: January 01, 2015, 09:52 »
Im guessing that, like with stills, if all the other variables are perfect... great lighting, nice subject etc. etc. then using a phone would work and be decent quality. If the light gets dim or the focus needs challenging, the phone video will fall apart.
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« on: January 01, 2015, 09:48 »
Hi Everyone,
I wanted to let you know that we will continue to participate in this forum. You will be hearing from me and other members of the team from time to time. We wish Scott the best and much continued success!
Keren Sachs
Director, Content Development
Shutterstock
Great to hear. Welcome to the site Keren.
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« on: January 01, 2015, 09:46 »
Ive currently got the 70-200 f2.8 IS and the 85 f1.4
If I had to pick one Id certainly go with the 70-200. I love using that lens. It is great for stock as you can get two shots from one composition (a close up head shot and waist up shot). It is sharp and fast enough for stock and very versitile. Add a 24-70 and you have all the lenses you have lenses enough for anything.
Sure the primes are sharper and probably have slightly better contrast when you start pixel peeping, but the difference is very small.
Simply put, I think youll earn more from stock from owning a 70-200 than from owning an 85mm.
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« on: December 29, 2014, 17:00 »
Thanks for jumping in here to say hi Scott. I'm sure shutterstock (and MSG) will miss you. Enjoy the time off.
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« on: December 24, 2014, 17:36 »
Happy holidays to you as well. I have big ambitions of lots of shoots next year, looking forward to the sort of restart that new years brings.
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« on: December 23, 2014, 15:35 »
Nice christmas present from Dreamstime. Thanks!
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« on: December 17, 2014, 05:02 »
I don't think many people will disagree with you. And many will say they feel Monday is the bast day to go live. When I read the up to 72 hours part, I started to think, we can try to do what's optimal, but times and reviews vary so much, it's a mystery.
My personal answer for, best time to upload, is close to what roede-orm wrote. As soon as it's ready, send it up. The only thing buyers can see or download is what's online.
I don't know what is the best day, but the worst days are, from my point of view, Friday and Saturday.
The images reviewed during the weekend generally get the more inconsistent rejections.
But maybe it is only my impression.
Yeah, I think that is generally true. I also think avoiding known slow days is wise though. I've stopped uploading to Shutterstock until after Christmas for example.
No uploads from now till New Years?
correct - at least not to Shutterstock. I'll catch up a few of the other sites.
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« on: December 17, 2014, 05:02 »
I remember uploading during xmas, a couple of hundred, and had a couple of BMEs in a row at the beginning of 2014. Not sure if it is related. But I think new files need to mature, better have them online so they get in front of buyers right after the holidays. I remember SS saying something about how the search works and I think therefore they dont get buried, because the algorithm will prevent it from getting buried, related to the search query. If what I say makes any sense
Jan/feb have often been best months for me as well but I usually hold off on uploading over Christmas. Perhaps that just shows that no matter what theory we have, when it comes down to it... it is just simply guessing with no right answer.
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« on: December 16, 2014, 09:19 »
I don't think many people will disagree with you. And many will say they feel Monday is the bast day to go live. When I read the up to 72 hours part, I started to think, we can try to do what's optimal, but times and reviews vary so much, it's a mystery.
My personal answer for, best time to upload, is close to what roede-orm wrote. As soon as it's ready, send it up. The only thing buyers can see or download is what's online.
I don't know what is the best day, but the worst days are, from my point of view, Friday and Saturday.
The images reviewed during the weekend generally get the more inconsistent rejections.
But maybe it is only my impression.
Yeah, I think that is generally true. I also think avoiding known slow days is wise though. I've stopped uploading to Shutterstock until after Christmas for example.
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