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FAQ

Your questions about BMAX, answered.

Answers to the most common questions about BMAX: photo and video services, digital strategy, training, pricing and how we work with SMEs in Provence.

Studio

How long does a photo shoot take?

It depends on the volume. A Visual Refresh Shoot (our entry offer) is a full day on site. You leave with 50 retouched photos delivered within 5 days.

Do I need to prepare anything before the shoot?

We do a briefing together beforehand: desired atmosphere, site constraints, priority visuals. For a restaurant, we plan which dishes to shoot. For a hotel, we identify the spaces to showcase. This is usually settled in a 20 to 30 minute call.

Can we start with a small budget?

Yes, and it is actually recommended. The entry offer (Visual Refresh Shoot) is designed for that: one day of shooting, a fast delivery within 5 days, a controlled investment. It lets you see how we work together before going further.

Can we order a single photo or video service without a full package?

Yes. Every service is unique. A tailored quote is drawn up based on the nature, duration and location of the assignment.

Do you offer combined photo and video packages for the same event?

Absolutely, we just need to define together beforehand what should be captured in photo and/or video.

What type of content do you produce?

Professional photos (product shoots, atmosphere, portraits), videos (reports, interviews, Reels, corporate films), motion design and 3D animation. Everything is delivered retouched, ready to publish or to integrate directly on your website and social media.

Which geographic area does BMAX Studio cover?

BMAX Studio is based in Digne-les-Bains and works mainly across the Alpes-de-Haute-Provence (04) and the wider PACA region. Longer trips are possible depending on the assignment.

In what format are the files delivered?

Photos are delivered in high resolution JPEG and web-optimised format. Videos are delivered in MP4 (H.264 or H.265) at resolutions suited to your use (social media, screening, website).

What are the usual delivery times?

For an event report, a first selection of visuals is available within 48 to 72 hours. Full retouched delivery generally takes 5 to 10 working days, depending on volume.

Do you offer 360° virtual tours?

Yes, for hotels, guesthouses, campsites, restaurants and showrooms. The tour is hosted on your website and integrated into Google Maps.

How long does creating a 360° virtual tour take?

The shoot itself takes half a day on site. You receive the integration link within 5 to 7 days.

In which sectors is a 360° virtual tour useful?

Anywhere the space itself is part of the promise: hotels, campsites, guesthouses, restaurants, event venues, showrooms.

What is the difference between BMAX Studio and BMAX Impact?

BMAX Studio is the visual production arm: it creates the photos and videos. BMAX Impact is the strategy and digital marketing arm: it defines communication goals, creates written content and manages distribution. Both can work together or independently depending on your needs.

Formation

Who is BMAX training for?

For anyone who wants to take back control of their communication without depending entirely on an agency. Managers, communication leads, marketing staff in SMEs. No particular technical background is needed.

Which area do you cover for training sessions?

In person across the Alpes-de-Haute-Provence (04) and Hautes-Alpes (05), by video call anywhere in France. Digne-les-Bains, Manosque, Sisteron, Forcalquier, Gap: no distance constraint over video call.

Is BMAX training eligible for funding?

Not yet. BMAX does not hold Qualiopi certification at this time, so OPCO or CPF funding is not currently available. Invoicing is done directly, with no administrative process on your side.

Are BMAX prices fixed or custom?

BMAX Formation modules have a fixed launch price: from €300 excl. tax for a half day (Introductory) and €600 excl. tax for a full day (Complete). The exact price depends on solo or group format, shared after the free diagnostic call. Other BMAX services (Studio, Impact) are quoted based on project complexity.

Can training be combined with hands-on support?

Yes, and it is often the most effective combination: we produce the content with you at the start (Studio + Impact), and you are trained progressively to keep it going in-house. BMAX stays available for one-off work.

Can training be taken solo or in a group?

Both. Solo to move quickly on a specific need, in-house group of up to 6 people to train a whole team.

What do BMAX training sessions actually teach?

BMAX Formation covers four modules: digital marketing and content strategy, digital communication and social media, photo and video on a small budget, and generative AI applied to communication (writing, visuals, automation). The sessions are grounded in real cases, not theoretical slides.

How long does it take to organise a training session?

Allow 2 to 3 weeks between the first conversation and the session, to settle the format and the content.

What is the difference between the Introductory and Complete versions?

The Introductory, a half day, covers the basics for autonomy. The Complete, a full day, adds an advanced part: automation for AI, social advertising for social media, editing and retouching for photo and video.

What is the difference between BMAX Studio, BMAX Impact and BMAX Formation?

They are three complementary divisions. BMAX Studio produces the content (photos, videos, motion design). BMAX Impact distributes and grows it (social media, Google Business, SEO, Meta campaigns). BMAX Formation teaches you to do it yourself if you prefer to keep control, across four modules: digital marketing, social media, photo/video and generative AI. You can activate a single division or all three together, depending on your needs.

Who runs the training sessions?

Benjamin Maxant, founder of BMAX, 15 years of experience in digital communication and audiovisual production, also a lecturer at the IUT of Aix-Marseille University in BUT GACO.

Impact

What is the difference between BMAX Studio and BMAX Impact?

BMAX Studio is the visual production division: it creates your photos and videos. BMAX Impact is the strategy and digital marketing division: it defines your commercial objectives, drives your online visibility and runs your social media presence. The two divisions usually work together for greater consistency: Studio provides the visuals, Impact drives their distribution and their impact.

What does BMAX Impact cover?

Social media management (content creation, publishing, moderation), Google Business Profile optimisation, Meta advertising campaigns (Facebook and Instagram), and SEO strategy. The objective: your potential customers find you before your competitors do.

How much does a BMAX Impact engagement cost?

Expect roughly 300 to 2,000 euros per month depending on scope: audit only, Google Business management only, or full management. A quote is issued after the audit, for full transparency.

Is there a minimum ad budget for Meta campaigns?

No, but the higher the budget, the faster and more visible the results. We recommend at least 200 to 500 euros per month to obtain statistically meaningful results. For a simple test, 100 euros can be enough.

How long before I see results?

Google Business: 2 to 3 weeks for the first visible changes. Social media: 1 to 2 months for a clear momentum. Advertising campaigns: 7 to 10 days for the first usable data. Commercial results (bookings, qualified calls): 1 to 3 months depending on your sector. Patience plus consistency equals results.

How do you measure results?

We rely on concrete metrics: traffic on your Google profile, number of direct bookings, engagement rate on social media, reach of your posts. A clear, readable monthly report shows what is changing and why, with no unnecessary jargon.

Do you offer monthly support, or is a long-term contract required?

Both. We offer one-off assignments (audit only, campaign launch only) and monthly contracts for ongoing management. The monthly contract generally gives better results, because it lets us refine the strategy over time.

Will you manage my social media if I do not have the time?

Yes. It is one of our core services. We create the content, publish it, measure performance and adjust in real time. You receive a simple, readable monthly report.

Do you provide a monthly report or an accessible dashboard?

Yes. Every client receives a concise monthly report covering the evolution of Google traffic, social media performance, review trends, and advertising campaign results. The figures are presented simply: just what really matters.

Can I use BMAX Impact without going through BMAX Studio?

Yes. If you already have a quality stock of photos and videos, we can build on it for your digital strategy. But in most cases the existing content is not enough, and a shoot beforehand really changes the result.

What happens if I want to end the collaboration?

Depending on the agreed terms, either no contract at all or 30 days' notice. What matters to us is that you clearly see the impact. If you do not, it is better to stop and look elsewhere.

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