Why Hiring Local Matters: The Truth About Photo Booth “White Labeling”

In the world of events, there’s nothing more important than trusting the vendors who show up for your big day. Whether you’re planning a wedding, corporate event, school prom, or community celebration, choosing a real, local photo booth company matters more than ever. Why? Because not every company advertising in your area is actually in your area.

These days, national booking services and faceless online vendors are flooding the internet with ads for photo booths. They might look polished online, but many don’t even have teams in your state. Instead, they take your money and white label your event—essentially outsourcing it to a random local contractor you’ve never heard of. No introductions, no accountability, and sometimes… no-show nightmares.

Here’s the thing: photo booths aren’t just a commodity—they’re a vibe. And who you hire directly impacts that experience. So let’s break down what you need to know when choosing your photo booth vendor.

What is “White Labeling,” Anyway?

In the photo booth industry, white labeling means one company books the job, collects your payment, and then hires a different, usually cheaper, local company to fulfill the service under their name. The problem? You have no clue who’s actually showing up.

This could mean:

• They’ve never seen the venue.

• You don’t get to preview their work or gear.

• If something goes wrong, the original company blames the local vendor, and the local vendor says, “We’re just contractors.”
  

Sound messy? It is.

How to Spot a Local, Legit Photo Booth Company

We’re all about educating our clients so you can book with confidence. Here are a few things you can (and should) do:

✅ Check their location.

Are they really based in your city? Look at their address. Are they registered in your state? Are they attending local expos or events?

✅ Ask for their business license and insurance.

Any professional should be able to provide this quickly. If they can’t, that’s a red flag.

✅ Look through real event galleries.

Not just generic stock images or perfect studio shots. Look at actual client events—bonus points if they tag real venues you recognize!

✅ Ask: “Will you personally be running my booth?”

A reputable company will be upfront about who’s working your event. You should know your vendor—not a mystery sub-contractor showing up on event day.

✅ Google their name + reviews.

See what others are saying. Look for consistent, local reviews that tell a story—not just a few suspicious five-star posts.

Why MVP Photo Booth Is Different

At MVP, we are your local vendor. We live here. We work here. And we’ve been in this business for 11+ years—not 11 minutes. You’ll meet us, talk to us, and see our work. From initial inquiry to event day, we handle it all in-house. No outsourcing, no ghost contractors, no bait-and-switch. Just professional, premium photo booth fun.

When you hire local, you get more than a photo booth. You get:

• Faster communication

• On-site expertise

• Real accountability

• A team who knows your venue, your vibe, and your vision

So before you book, make sure you’re not just hiring a company—hire your company. Know who you’re working with and make sure they’ll be just as committed to your event as you are.

Because trust us, your event deserves better than a stranger showing up with a camera and a shrug.

Questions? Reach out to us via chat or you can always call us - our teams are local!