What Our Customers Say
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We have worked with Hill Media for several years. They designed our website for our restaurant. Jerad picked up on our personalities and incorporating that into our website. We get so many comments from our customers about how much they love our website. Any updates that I send to them, menu etc, are done in a timely efficient manner. As a small business owner, I highly recommend Hill Media!
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Jerad has been great to work with! I really enjoy working with a company that is located in the Flathead Valley. When I call or text, I get a response right away and if something needs to be changed on my website, it has always been that’s no problem. I would highly recommend using his service.
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I have been using Hill Media Group's services for the last few months. They have been able to navigate a pretty gnarly malware infestation and get our site up and running quickly. I appreciate his on site visits too.
Hill Media Group
Business Hours
- Monday
- 08:00 – 17:00
- Tuesday
- 08:00 – 17:00
- Wednesday
- 08:00 – 17:00
- Thursday
- 08:00 – 17:00
- Friday
- 08:00 – 17:00
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does commercial photography cost in Kalispell? +
Commercial photography sessions in Kalispell typically run between $500 and $2,500 depending on scope. A basic team headshot session for a small business might run $500 to $900. A half-day branded lifestyle shoot with edited deliverables usually runs $1,200 to $2,000. Product photography is priced per image or per catalog. We quote every project individually based on the final image count, usage rights, and shoot duration rather than selling generic packages.
What should I photograph for my Google Business Profile? +
Google Business Profile performs best with a mix of interior and exterior location photos, team photos, products or services in context, and behind-the-scenes work shots. Profiles with regularly updated photography get significantly more views and calls than static ones. We recommend at least 15-20 high-quality photos at initial setup and refreshing the library quarterly. Photography should be genuinely yours — never use stock images on a Google Business Profile.
Do you travel outside Kalispell for photography shoots? +
Yes, we shoot throughout the Flathead Valley at no additional travel charge — Kalispell, Whitefish, Columbia Falls, Bigfork, Lakeside, Polson. For shoots further afield (Missoula, Bozeman, or out of state), we quote travel costs separately. For location-dependent businesses like outdoor outfitters or real estate, we can include multiple shoot locations within a Flathead Valley project scope.
How long does a commercial photography shoot take? +
Most small business shoots run between two and six hours on-location. A team headshot session for 5-10 people can typically wrap in two to three hours. A full branded lifestyle shoot covering interior, exterior, team, and work-in-progress imagery usually runs a half day to a full day. Product photography varies dramatically based on image count — we can shoot 20 products in a half day or 5 products across a full day depending on complexity.
When will I receive my final photos? +
Standard delivery is 7 to 14 days after the shoot. Rush delivery is available for time-sensitive projects. We deliver high-resolution files through an online gallery, with both web-optimized versions for website and social use and print-resolution files for printed marketing materials. For urgent social media needs, we can deliver a small selection of hero images within 48-72 hours of the shoot and the full gallery on the standard timeline.
Do I own the photos after the shoot? +
You get full commercial usage rights to all delivered images for your business's own marketing use — website, social media, printed materials, advertising, Google Business Profile, email. Copyright of the images stays with the photographer, which is standard for commercial photography, but your usage rights cover everything a small business would realistically need. We spell this out explicitly in every contract so there's no confusion. If you need broader rights for reselling or third-party licensing, we can negotiate separate terms.
Can you photograph in low-light situations like restaurants or bars? +
Yes. Many Kalispell restaurants, bars, tasting rooms, and retail interiors have challenging lighting, and shooting them well requires professional lighting equipment and experience. We bring portable lighting to every shoot and adjust to the space. For ambiance-driven businesses where the lighting is part of the brand, we match existing conditions rather than over-lighting. The photography should look like your business feels.