We are a recognised leader in Australian commercial photo imaging.
We are a recognised leader in Australian commercial photo imaging.
About Us
Images for Business is a recognised leader in Australian commercial photo imaging.
Founded by director Chris Shain, the business was established to bring together creativity, multi-format imaging, enterprise-grade operational capability and outstanding customer experiences.
The business differs from most imaging businesses by possessing a rare combination of experience, expertise, staff, technology and process. This means we have the capacity and capability to meet the unique demands of major corporations, government and joint venture organisations.
Building our business with scale has allowed us to stay on the leading edge of technological innovation. This allows us to deliver the very best imaging quality and project efficiency to our clients.
Toby Shain
General Manager
Video & Time-lapse Specialist
CASA Licensed Drone Pilot
0407 418 932
Maria Sanchez
Business Development Manger
0474 691 736
Virginia Moir
Admin Manager
Studio Producer
0410 691 387
Simon Anders
Senior Photographer
Time-lapse Specialist
CASA Licensed Drone Pilot
0423 161 849
Connor O’shea
Stills and Video Photographer
CASA Licensed Drone Pilot
0491 659 548
Mal Veitch
Motion Video Editor
Time-lapse Post-production
02 9516 0758
Chris Shain
Founder
Stills Photographer
CASA Licensed Drone Pilot
02 9516 0758
Stuart Poignand
Marketing Consultant
Alex Shain
Business Advisor
Whether it’s a multi-year time lapse project or a simple corporate video, Toby adds a reliable & fresh approach to Images For Business’ motion productions.
His versatility and extensive experience across multiple creative professions including Time-Lapse Photography, Videography, and Music composition in addition to his passion and enthusiasm in managing Images For Business’ client base makes him an integral cog in the Images For Business machine.
Maria brings significant skills and experience to the Images for Business team and client relationships.
She is an MBA-qualified engineer with an international background in business development, operations, and energy efficiency initiatives. She has extensive experience in the industrial and energy sectors.
Maria’s role is to promote Images for Business solutions across the business and corporate sectors. She always aims to listen attentively to our clients, understand their ever-changing imaging needs and add value by sharing emerging trends and advances in imaging technology and services.
Through her 15 + years career within the creative industry, Virginia brings a wealth of experience to her role as Studio Manager. Having previously worked in film & tv production/post production, design & media sales, in roles such as Producer, Studio Manager and Facilitator, she has extensive understanding of the many aspects involved in bringing a creative project together for a successful outcome. This experience, combined with her passion and enthusiasm for all things aesthetic, makes her ideal to help manage the broad range of projects we undertake.
With over 15 years photographic experience and as a member of the Australian Institute of Professional Photographers (AIPP), Simon is well versed in the challenging task of crafting an image. Working for a variety of clients from large tech companies and government departments to estate agents and nervous vendors on property shoots, Simon is able to work quickly and efficiently to produce effective imagery designed to document, promote and sell your story or brand.
Simon holds a B.Fine Art degree in Photomedia from the University of New South Wales and has extensive expertise in both Interior & Exterior Architectural Photography, Corporate Portraiture, Conference & Event Coverage as well as Industrial, Infrastructure & Construction Photography. Simon is well placed to work with you and your clients to cover your photographic requirements from start to finish with confidence.
A driven and motivated individual, Connor has transitioned to the world of photography after a successful five years as a Chef. He has a Certificate IV in Photography and Photo Imaging from TAFE NSW Ultimo.
Mal is a video editor with over 30 years of experience. From early days in corporate documentaries, commercials and music videos (eg. “One Country” for Midnight Oil), through promos (Channel 7) to reality TV (“My Restaurant Rules”) and drama (“Home and Away”, “All Saints”), Mal brings wide industry knowledge and fast turnarounds to video projects.
Chris is one of Australia’s leading commercial photographers with over 30 years of industry experience. Through professionally crafted images he brings stories to life. No matter who or what the photography subject, Chris’s ability to closely collaborate and also have fun whilst working produces results clients are very proud of. His experience is vast and he has worked with a wide range of people, from Prime Ministers, CEO’s and construction workers right through to the marginalised in society. Chris has a highly regarded and demonstrable record with major infrastructure, construction and architectural projects. He is a respected tertiary lecturer and media commentator on significant photography industry issues and is a regular guest speaker at Australian photographic and imaging conferences and international photography congresses. He is an accredited member of the Australian Institute of Professional Photography (AIPP) and a member of the American Society of Media Photographers (ASMP).
Stuart is a marketing and sales professional with over 25 years photography and imaging industry experience. His previous roles include General Manager of Marketing and Head of Professional Markets at Canon. Stuart helps Images for Business to meet the process and procurement needs of corporate and government clients.
Alex brings a range of skills to the Images for Business team. His role is to expand the presence of Images for Business in the Government and large corporate sectors, and play a key role in account management. After spending six years as General Manager at Reconciliation Australia, Alex is now a director and consultant at Images for Business.
Alex is a skilled facilitator with an established career in education. Alex works across not-for- profit, Government and Corporate organisations to develop strategies with the aim of effecting positive change in society.
A recent project of relevant interest was his role as an adviser on the documentary film – The Final Quarter – that examines the last three years of Adam Goodes’ playing career.
Our Testimonials
See what our clients say about us.
Glenn Bentley
CEO
ALTRAC Light Rail
Our experience with Images for Business has been outstanding. They are positive, proactive and always on the lookout for opportunities and angles that will enhance the outcome.
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Chris Degnan
Managing Director
Degnan Constructions
Images for Business delivered a fantastic time-lapse, photo reel and video montage that has now set a standard for the marketing material Degnan will release.
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Carl Yates
Project Director
Transport for NSW
The value that Images for Business provides is the quality and creativity of their images; their excellent and reliable service; and the ease with which we work together.
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Nic Drummond
Graphic Design & Creative Project Manager
Elton Consulting
The quality of the results Images for Business deliver is outstanding. They are a highly capable and professional business that consistently adds value to the services we provide.
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Gary Schembri
Business Development Director
Winder Controls Australia
What we particularly value in the relationship with images for business is their professional, straightforward and efficient approach. They are highly responsive to our needs.
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Kadin Morse
Project Manager
Aver
Images for Business consistently demonstrated the experience and expertise to advise what would work best and then implemented the recommendations with absolute professionalism.
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Biljana Stanic
Marketing & Communications Manager
Martinus
Simon took the brief and just ran with it – he took amazing photos, and with very little direction really captured the essence of who we are as a company.
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Donna Selby
Head of Communications
Australian Group Insurances
Our experience with the team at Images for Business has been nothing short of excellent.
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