Technology Fundy Software’s AlbumWorks – A Powerful and Affordable Album Design Platform Fundy Software announced a new platform, offering a low-cost online album design and design sharing service, AlbumWorks. Based on their ground-breaking Auto Design and Drop Zone technologies, AlbumWorks is a powerful web-based album design software compatible with over 150 album companies and labs worldwide. Priced at just $100 /year with free flip-book sharing included, it’s […] Written by Marathon Press October 12, 2020October 12, 2020
Business Marketing Fixing Your Photography Marketing – NOW! – Part One Intro by Skip Cohen There’s so much great content on the Internet, starting right here with what we share on Marathon’s blog. Sarah Petty is a regular contributor, and she recently shared a post, “Five Ways to Fix Your Photography Marketing Right Now.” I’m going to share each of the five ways in the next few […] Written by Marathon Press July 27, 2020July 27, 2020
News/Notes Happy 4th of July From our family to yours, we would like to wish everyone a happy and safe 4th of July. Our office will be closed beginning July 3rd through July 5th to celebrate with family and friends. Our Account Representatives will be available from 8 am – 5 pm central time on July 6th to answer questions […] Written by Marathon Press July 1, 2020July 1, 2020
School Photography Sports Photography Don’t Miss it! SPAC Conference Early-Bird Registration Ends Oct. 30 If you are a volume photographer or want to be one, you don’t want to miss this opportunity to save money and pre-register for the annual SPAC Conference in Las Vegas, Jan. 24-27, 2018. The School and Sports Photographer’s Annual Conference (SPAC) is the largest convention of high-volume photographers anywhere, with highly specialized programs and […] Written by Marathon Press October 16, 2017October 16, 2017
Business Photo Editing Product Info School Photography Technology Introducing New XTractions HYBRID – An Alternative to Green Screen School Photographers, Marathon’s new XTractions HYBRID post-production services can save you 50% or more on your Green Screen image processing this Fall. Here’s how it works: First, you don’t need to photograph with green screen for your traditional underclass head-and-shoulders program this Fall to still get premium background options. Instead, choose to use one of […] Written by Marathon Press July 13, 2017July 13, 2017
Business Product Info School Photography Now’s a Great Time to Book New Yearbook Business Why? Because many schools were dissatisfied with the quality, service and delivery they received from their yearbook company this past May and June, and want to change providers for the new school year. You can solve their headaches by offering to bundle both your school photography services and yearbook publishing through Marathon Press as one […] Written by Marathon Press July 13, 2017July 13, 2017
Business Product Info School Photography Youth Sports League Photographers – Need a Competitive Edge to Book More Business? Marathon’s Sports Bag Tag program may be the answer. Here’s how it works: Close the deal by offering a FREE sports portrait bag tag with the purchase of any of your packages. This is a $5 retail value, but it costs you only .50 – .75 each depending on which packaging you offer. The Leagues […] Written by Marathon Press July 13, 2017July 13, 2017
Marketing Plan Your High School Senior Campaign Direct Mail is still an effective way to reach the high school senior market. Photographers who conduct successful direct mail campaigns will tell you that there are 4 key elements necessary for success: Having an effective call-to-action to create excitement Repetition of the same message at least 3 times Timing your mailing to coincide with […] Written by Marathon Press April 17, 2017April 17, 2017
Product Info It’s Time to Try Bella Art Albums If you haven’t had a chance to try one of our Bella Art Albums, now is a great time to do it! Going on now until the end of October, you can order Bella Art Albums and receive 25% off. Your family clients will LOVE these albums. Bella Art Albums are handcrafted using archival inks, […] Written by Marathon Press October 20, 2016October 20, 2016
Holidays Product Info Peace, Love & BOGO Yep, hard to believe it’s that time of year already. Christmas is right around the corner and if you haven’t already started to receive your holiday card orders, they will begin coming in soon. We are so excited to offer BOGO again this year! Buy One Get One Free on all of your holiday card […] Written by Marathon Press October 5, 2016October 5, 2016
