Frequently Asked Questions 9. What does it mean to be 'pencilled' on a job? If a client places an option or a pencil booking on you for a specific job and on a specific date or dates, that client then holds the first option or first refusal on you. This entitles that client to hold your availability until such time as a final decision has been made regarding the booking. During this time, it is possible for another client to request an option to book you. In this case, that client would be given 2nd option or 2nd pencil. This ensures that you will not lose out on other work while the 1st option client is making his or her final decision. Should the 2nd option client wish to confirm their booking, the 1st option client will be given 24 hours to confirm or release their pencil booking on you. It can happen that one or both options or pencils are released. This is perfectly within reason and does not leave the client with any obligations with regards to payment. Once a client or clients hold an option or pencil booking on you for specific dates, this is a very serious matter as it assures them that should they wish to take up that option, you will be available! |