Getty Images is one of the world's most prestigious stock photo agencies. Getting accepted as a contributor and having your images discovered requires precise metadata. This guide covers everything you need to know.
| Field | Purpose | Character Limit |
|---|---|---|
| Title | Short, descriptive headline for the image | 200 characters |
| Caption | Detailed description of what's shown | 2000 characters |
| Keywords | Search terms buyers use to find images | 50 keywords |
| Credit | Photographer attribution | Required |
| Category | Editorial or Creative | Required |
Getty titles should be concise and factual. Think headline, not description. Good titles identify the key subject and context without flowery language.
| Image | Weak Title | Strong Title |
|---|---|---|
| City skyline at night | Beautiful city | Manhattan Skyline at Night Reflected in Hudson River |
| Medical concept | Doctor | Female Surgeon Reviewing Patient Data on Digital Tablet |
Captions are more detailed than titles. They should answer: Who, What, Where, When, Why. For creative (non-editorial) images, captions describe the conceptual content and commercial applications.
| Factor | Getty Images | Adobe Stock |
|---|---|---|
| Acceptance rate | Lower — curated collection | Higher — volume-based |
| Commission rate | 15-45% depending on license | 33% royalty |
| Editorial content | Strong editorial focus | Primarily commercial |
| Metadata fields | Title + Caption + Keywords | Title + Keywords only |
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