our #1 most asked question:

how does soona work?

Plan a shoot in minutes - not days

Share your goals & plan your shoot in just a few steps. Select & pay for models & upgrades at this time.

(non-members pay the Studio pass for $149 per booking)

Join your shoot & approve selects in real-time

Attend the live shoot from the platform. Collaborate with your photographer & give approvals in real time.

Order assets & get edits in 24 hours

Purchase what you love for $39 per photo + editing and $93 per video clip. Get free editing & assets in 24 hours with the Standard plan.

Optimize & improve performance

Measure listing performance over time, get actionable recommendations & instantly generate brand-ready imagery using AI.

frequently asked questions about soona

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what's included

this pre-built photo shoot includes 6 photos that encapsulate all the angles of your product and 1 360 spin video clip to show off the details. perfect for starting or building a gallery of all your ecomm imagery needs.

packs — product on white

what is non-furniture assembly?

non-furniture assembly is the service we require when your non-furniture product ships in multiple pieces and needs to be put together to a complete stage so it's shoot ready.

non-furniture assembly

who steams my items?

Our in-studio crew will steam and prepare your items for your shoot.

steaming

can I have the hair + makeup artist style on camera?

If you would like to have the hair + makeup artist style a person on camera - please email hey@soona.co. Our team will assist in your booking process and source an artist that is comfortable being on camera to perform the tasks.

Note: an additional full body model fee will be required on top of the hair + makeup fee.

hair + makeup

when do you steam my items?

Our crew will ensure your items are steamed before your shoot begins. They will also continue to steam your items during the shoot as needed.

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how do I know I need a stylist?

stylists are essential for shoots with complex shot lists and stylized inspiration images. the photographer focuses on capturing high-quality images. the stylist artfully sets up scenes and adjusts your product and props to achieve your vision.

soona requires styling for the following shoot types:

  • 5+ items styled in a single shot
  • swatches to highlight texture or color
  • food or ingredients styled with your product
  • pinned and adjusted clothing and accessories
  • bedroom scenes + other decorated lifestyle setups
  • to recreate the style of a shot you saw somewhere else

still not sure? email us at hey@soona.co with your vision or inspiration images and we’ll make a recommendation. after you book and we review your goals: we may require styling if we believe it’s essential to reaching your content goals.

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can I use ghost mannequins for a video?

Ghost mannequins are a photo-based technique and are not available with our current video offering. However, we can stitch together several photos into a GIF or stop motion for a video-like effect.

ghost mannequin

is there a maximum amount of time you spend assembling + disassembling?

there is no maximum hours for this service. since we charge per hour, we can accommodate any amount of assembly needs for your shoot.

furniture assembly

what are the mannequin measurements?

ghost mannequin

who shops for my groceries?

soona stylist shoppers will hand-select your items and drop them off at our studio before your shoot.

grocery shopping

what's included?

stay seasonally relevant and make your socials pop with this sweet Valentine’s Day pack. it includes 3 photos. a GIF. a hand model. and festive props!

packs — Valentine's Day pack

is styling included with furniture assembly?

an additional styling service is required to have your product styled in a lifestyle scene or with props during your shoot.

furniture assembly

can a stylist source special props or groceries for my shoot?

soona offers FREE props in-studio for your shoots that you can view here. Not seeing the props you want? Ship us your own!

If you're looking for fresh food, beverages or ingredients for your shoot, our stylists can source the items at local stores with our grocery shopping service for $149 + cost of goods.

styling 2

what is furniture assembly?

furniture assembly is the service we require when your furniture product ships in multiple pieces and needs to be put together to a complete stage so it's shoot ready.

furniture assembly

can press on nails get wet?

Press on manicures can withstand small amounts of water, oil, creams or other wet products before the adhesive starts to loosen. If your shoot will require the nails to have excessive exposure to water, creams, or oils, we recommend booking a custom manicure.

press on manicure

what is a soona stylist?

a soona stylist brings your vision to life by serving as an extra pair of skilled hands and creative eyes during your shoot. they efficiently execute your shot list as quickly as possible resulting in eye-grabbing imagery that truly allows your product to shine and meets your brand goals.

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what items can you steam?

We can steam mid to large size wrinkle prone items. We commonly steam:

  • Apparel
  • Bed sheets
  • Duvets
  • Pillow cases
  • Curtains
  • Table cloths
  • Fabric swatches
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what if an item is out of stock or out of season?

When an item is not available, our stylist will text you to offer a substitution or skip the item. You must opt-in to texting to receive stylists’ texts. You can check item availability at major grocery stores we frequently shop at: Whole Foods, Sprouts Farmers Market, Natural Grocers, Kroger, Safeway, Trader Joes, Target Grocery, H-E-B.

grocery shopping

is hair + makeup included with a full body model?

soona models arrive with natural hair + little to no makeup. All hair + makeup is done by the models at home before they arrive.

If you wish to have the model’s hair or makeup styled professionally - you must book the hair + makeup service in addition to the full body model.

hair + makeup

how do I share assembly instructions?

Please share your product assembly instructions via email to hey@soona.co or ship them with your product and include an estimated amount of time to assemble AND disassemble in your email or instructions.

non-furniture assembly

are there other pets besides cats and dogs available?

On occasion we have other pet types beyond cats and dogs available. The other pet types available can vary. We recommend using filters during model selection to find our “other” pet types.

pet models

are there plus size ghost mannequins available?

plus size mannequins are available at select studios. please send us a note at hey@soona.co for more info.

ghost mannequin

what non-furniture products do you assemble?

non-furniture products are smaller products that may require materials such as:

  • tape
  • glue
  • scissors
  • paint & brushes 
  • needles & thread
  • staples
  • push pins
  • hooks
  • wires
  • command strips
  • nails & hammer 
  • yarns & strings 
  • dyes & fabric coloring 

non-furniture includes

  • hanging pieces & wall decor (picture frames + wall art)
  • tech devices
  • arts and crafts
  • inflatable products (paddle boards)
  • tents
  • toys

non-furniture assembly

what type of video performs best in ecommerce?

Our video menu is based on the top-performing videos on ecommerce platforms. Explore this page to determine what is best for your product and audience.

Check out our most popular video: the how-to demo. This video is perfect for your product listing and social channels! Another ecommerce favorite is our 360-spin video.

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how can I book a stop motion video?

We have 1 stop motion pack that is available to book here. We have 3 other off menu custom stop motion options that you can view on our stop motion page.

Email us at hey@soona.co to let us know which one you'd like to book and we'll take care of the rest!

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how does shipping work?

soona provides your first USPS label free! Click on the details tab of your booking and scroll down to the “ship your product” section. Click options + “create shipping label”.

What about return shipping?
During booking, you’ll share your preference for what to do with your product post-shoot.

Store:
soona’s fast pass program stores your product and props in studio until your next shoot. $49 per month.
Return:
We’ll send it right back for the cost of the label.
Discard:
We’ll safely discard your product in a way that protects your brand.

what editing is included in the $39 photo cost? what are the $9 premium edits?

What editing is included in the $39 photo cost?

Each purchased $39 photo includes touch ups like exposure correction, color correction and one crop. These touch ups bring your photos to life from their raw state! Photos are delivered in 2 versions: a full-resolution JPEG and a web-ready JPEG.

What are the $9 premium edits? 

We offer premium edits for $9 per edit:

  • Change background color / pure white
  • Product touch-up
  • Transparent background
  • Buy the raw
  • Smooth skin
  • Create pattern
  • Photoshop it

Hot tip! If you sign up for a Standard membership, your premium edits are FREE. Learn more here.

I’m not sure what to book! can soona recommend a booking?

We offer 2 types of shoots: Packs and build your own bookings.

Select “build your own” to choose each detail of your shoot and pay a la carte.

Not sure what you'd like? Select a pack! These shoots are discounted and created with ecommerce and social media best practices in mind.

Still have questions? Email our team at hey@soona.co and we will create a customized booking for you based on your goals.

what is soona? how do I get started?

soona is the first virtual studio for product photography. Our platform makes it possible for brands to create affordable content from anywhere. Our mission is to provide quality content for all.

1. Book and share your content goals

2. Ship us your goods (Your first label is on us! select “help me ship” on the details tab of your booking to generate your label)

3. Join your shoot via the blue chat bubble on your dashboard

4. Collaborate with your photographer and give real-time feedback via live chat

5. Shop your content a la carte immediately after your shoot We can’t wait to create together. Book here to get started.

if I choose grocery shopping: can soona just pick out things for my shoot?

We want to get exactly what you want for your shoot! We'll send a form for you to fill out and make a shopping list for us. Need some ideas? Check out our inspiration page to see what's possible at soona.

Please note: fresh ingredients are sourced at local grocery stores near each studio. Seasons can affect which fruits, vegetable, plants, or flowers are available.

what if i want to show more than just hands during the shoot?

The hand model pro service is just for hands. Please choose a full body model if you’d like to show any parts of the torso, legs, back, or face! If you need just lower legs and feet, you can book a foot model.

does styling include props?

Stylists have access to our standard studio props! Any props outside this list can be shipped to our studio. Book our grocery shopping services for any fresh ingredients you may need.

FAQs

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