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What actually happens after a dealership partners with Dealer Image Pro? It starts with training, designed to get photographers producing consistent, professional inventory photos fast, whether they’re a new lot porter or a seasoned team member.
Here’s a look at what that training is like, from day one until a photographer is shooting confidently on their own.
Everything You Need, Included
Every partnership includes the equipment a team needs to get started quickly. Photographers work in Photo Assistant™, our photo capture app, so there’s no complicated camera gear to learn.
Live One-on-One Virtual Training
Training kicks off with a hands-on virtual session led by a Dealer Image Pro trainer. Together, they walk through the app, the shot list, and the dealership’s standards, with plenty of time for questions.
Wireframe Guides Make It Click
This is where it all comes together. Photo Assistant’s patented wireframe overlays show exactly where to stand and which angle to capture for each photo, so photographers line the vehicle up with the guide instead of guessing.
Most photographers are shooting like pros after just 4 to 6 vehicles, and our trainers stay with them until they’re confident working on their own.
Video and 360° Interiors Come Next
Once stills feel natural, training expands to the rest of the listing: walkaround videos and 360° interior spins with Insta360 or RICOH cameras. The same process works for cars, trucks, motorcycles, boats, and powersports units.
Daily Coaching on Real Uploads
Training doesn’t end when the session does. Our quality control team reviews uploads daily, and if something’s off, like a missed angle or a reflection, we reach out to the photographer directly with specific feedback. Small mistakes get corrected before they turn into habits.
Meanwhile, AI-assisted and human editing cleans up each image before it publishes, so shoppers only see polished results while your photographer keeps improving.
Full Visibility in Autoport®
Managers never have to guess how things are going. Autoport® shows what’s been shot, what’s live, and how the team is performing, and dealer groups can compare results across locations.
Shooting Confidently on Their Own
Once a photographer is confidently working through the shot list on their own, initial training is complete. We stay with them until they reach that point, not just for a set number of sessions.
Support That Doesn’t Expire
Initial training gets photographers up to speed, but our support doesn’t stop there. Every partnership includes free lifetime training, so dealerships can:
- Schedule a refresher anytime, whether it’s weeks or years later
- Retrain quickly after staff turnover
- Train every new hire at no extra cost
Learn more about why lifetime training makes the difference for dealerships.
Want to see what training would look like for your team? Book a demo and we’ll walk you through it. Already a customer? Contact our support team or call 1-866-963-1199 to schedule a session.
FAQs
How long does it take to train a new dealership photographer?
Not long. After a live virtual session, most photographers are shooting confidently after 4 to 6 vehicles, thanks to the wireframe guides in Photo Assistant™.
Does my photographer need camera experience?
No. Photo Assistant™ shows exactly where to stand and what angle to shoot for each photo, so beginners can produce consistent results.
Is training in person or virtual?
Training is delivered through hands-on virtual sessions and walkthroughs with a Dealer Image Pro trainer.
Should we train more than one person?
We recommend it. A trained backup keeps photos moving during vacations, sick days, and turnover, and training additional staff costs nothing extra.
