Why a booth works at a formal
Formals are about photos. Everyone is dressed up, friendship groups want a shot together, and parents want to see the night. A booth gives students a place to take as many photos as they like, without waiting for one photographer to get to them.
Which option suits your formal
Self-serve photo booth
Our iPad photo booth takes one tap, so students run it themselves. Photos go straight to their phones by QR code, text or email, and with the Prints and All Night packages they can print as many as they like. You can add the school name, year and date as an overlay on every photo.
360 video booth
The 360 booth films slow-motion videos while the camera spins around the platform. It holds up to 3 people at a time, or 4 on request, and our attendant guides every spin. It suits the dance floor crowd and gives students clips made for social media.
Photographer
A photographer covers arrivals, speeches, awards and candid moments the booth can't, and delivers edited photos in an online gallery, usually within 7 days.
What the committee should sort early
- Book early. Formal season is busy for venues and suppliers, so popular dates go first.
- Check with the venue. Ask where the booth can go, and confirm access times and a power outlet within 5 metres.
- Internet for sharing. QR sharing needs Wi-Fi or mobile signal at the venue. Prints work without it.
- Agree on sharing. Decide as a school whether photos should go to students' phones only, or also into an online gallery after the night.
- Get a written quote. We send a written quote, usually within one business day, so it can go through your school or committee.
- Pick the design. Send the school name, year, date and any logo or colours for the overlay and print design.
Timing tips
- Start the booth when students arrive, as that's when outfits look best and groups are together.
- Keep it running through the dancing. A longer package costs less per hour.
- Place it near the entrance or dance floor, but not where a queue blocks a doorway.
Rosco prices for formals
- Photo booth: from $149 for 2 hours, or $249 with prints. All Night is $449 for 6 hours with prints and an online gallery.
- 360 booth: from $399 for 3 hours, with an attendant.
- Photography: from $450 for 2 hours.
Travel fees may apply depending on your location. A 30% deposit by PayID secures the date.
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