Tour Image

• Upload a tour image up to 20MB (JPEG or PNG)
• Automatic processing including compression and resizing
• Consistent branding across all tour dates and venues
• Professional presentation in search results and social shares

At a glance: Upload an image, the system processes it automatically, and it appears everywhere your tour is displayed.

Think of it this way:

• Tour Image is your tour's primary visual identity
• Processing ensures it displays beautifully everywhere
• Distribution happens automatically across all platforms

• Validates format - Accepts JPEG and PNG files only
• Checks file size - Enforces 20MB maximum upload size
• Optimises quality - Compresses images whilst maintaining visual quality
• Resizes dimensions - Scales down to 1200x1200px maximum if needed
• Removes metadata - Strips photo information for privacy and smaller file sizes
• Corrects orientation - Automatically rotates images to display correctly
• Serves efficiently - Delivers images quickly worldwide

• Tour Landing Page - Main promotional image at the top of your tour page
• Search Results - Thumbnail when users browse tours and events
• Organisation Page - Featured in your organisation's tour listings
• Social Media - Preview image when your tour URL is shared on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn
• Mobile App - Tour listings and detail pages in the Seaty mobile application
• Admin Dashboard - Tour overview and management screens

1. Navigate to Tour Editor

   • From your Organisation dashboard, select your tour
   • Click Edit to open the Tour Editor
   • Click Image in the left-hand navigation menu
   • You'll see an empty placeholder with "Click to add image"

2. Select Your Image File

   • Click anywhere on the empty image area
   • Your system file browser opens
   • Navigate to your prepared image file
   • Select a JPEG or PNG file
   • Click Open

3. Wait for Upload and Processing

   • A loading spinner appears during upload
   • Processing typically takes 2-10 seconds
   • Larger images take longer due to compression and optimisation
   • The system automatically handles resizing and quality optimisation

4. Review the Uploaded Image

   • Your image appears in the Image section
   • Check that it displays correctly and is properly oriented
   • Verify the entire image is visible without unexpected cropping
   • Ensure key visual elements are clearly visible

5. Save Your Changes

   • Click Save in the top-right corner of the Tour Editor
   • Wait for confirmation that changes are saved
   • Your tour image is now live across all tour pages
   • Changes propagate to all associated event dates automatically

1. Open Tour Editor

   • Navigate to your tour in the Organisation dashboard
   • Click Edit to open the Tour Editor
   • Select Image from the left-hand menu
   • You'll see your current tour image displayed

2. Click to Replace

   • Click directly on the current image
   • File browser opens automatically
   • Your previous image remains visible until replacement uploads

3. Select New Image

   • Choose your replacement image file
   • Click Open to begin upload
   • New image uploads and processes automatically

4. Automatic Replacement

   • New image uploads and processes
   • Old image is completely replaced
   • Previous image is deleted from storage
   • URL updates automatically across all pages

5. Save Changes

   • Click Save in the top-right corner
   • New image goes live immediately
   • All tour dates reflect the updated image
   • Social media preview updates within 24 hours

• Use professional production photography when available
• Ensure images are sharp, well-lit, and in focus
• Avoid blurry, grainy, or pixelated images
• Check that performers' faces are clearly visible
• Use vibrant colours that stand out in listings

• Upload images at least 800px × 800px for best quality
• Square images (1:1 ratio) work best for consistent display
• Landscape images work well for hero sections
• Avoid extremely tall or narrow aspect ratios
• Centre important visual elements to avoid cropping

• Show key performers, cast, or production moments
• Feature recognisable branding or production logos
• Include staging, costumes, or distinctive visual elements
• Use eye-catching colours that stand out
• Ensure the image represents the entire tour, not just one date

• Keep text minimal and highly readable
• Ensure tour name is visible if included
• Use high-contrast text over backgrounds
• Remember images display at various sizes
• Test legibility on mobile device screens

• JPEG: Best for photographs and production images with complex colours
• PNG: Best for graphics, logos, or images requiring transparency (though background transparency not preserved)

1. Crop to focus area - Remove unnecessary edges and distractions
2. Adjust brightness/contrast - Ensure visibility and visual impact
3. Check orientation - Verify correct rotation before upload
4. Test on mobile - View how it looks on small screens
5. Sharpen appropriately - Ensure clarity without over-sharpening

• Don't upload massive files unnecessarily - resize beforehand if over 5MB
• Save JPEGs at 80-90% quality before uploading
• Use PNG only when transparency or graphics require it
• Remember Seaty compresses anyway, so extreme quality isn't necessary
• Smaller files upload faster and process more reliably

• Use key production photos from dress rehearsals
• Feature lead performers in costume
• Show distinctive staging or set design
• Include production branding if available
• Consider iconic moments from the show

• Action shots of performers on stage
• Show lighting and stage production value
• Feature recognisable artist imagery
• Include venue atmosphere and crowd when appropriate
• Use high-energy, engaging imagery

• Professional headshots of comedians
• Stage performance shots with personality
• Consider promotional photography
• Ensure faces are clearly visible
• Capture the performer's unique style

• Dynamic movement photography
• Show costumes and choreography
• Feature principal dancers
• Include distinctive staging elements
• Use dramatic lighting and composition

• Show participants engaged in activities
• Display finished projects or outcomes
• Feature instructors if they're well-known
• Use bright, inviting, professional imagery
• Demonstrate the learning experience

• Action shots from previous events
• Team photos or individual athletes
• Stadium or venue imagery when distinctive
• Trophy presentations or achievements
• Show the energy and excitement

• Photo editing software - Photoshop, GIMP, Affinity Photo
• Online tools - TinyPNG, Squoosh, Compressor.io
• Built-in OS tools - Windows Photos, macOS Preview

1. Open in photo editing software (Photoshop, GIMP, Preview)
2. Rotate to correct orientation
3. Save the image
4. Re-upload to Seaty

• Large, bold fonts - Remain readable when scaled down
• High contrast - Text clearly visible against background
• Essential information only - Tour name, key dates, or tagline
• Safe positioning - Centre text to avoid cropping at different aspect ratios
• Mobile testing - Verify text remains readable on small screens

1. Create a simple branded graphic (1200x1200px)
2. Upload this as your tour image
3. Alternatively, use a solid colour background with tour name text

• Canva - Free design tool with tour and event templates
• Adobe Express - Simple graphic design for non-designers
• Stock photos - Use royalty-free sites (Unsplash, Pexels, Pixabay)
• DIY photography - Use a smartphone with good lighting and composition
• Hire a photographer - Invest in professional production photography

• Resize your image to smaller dimensions (max 1200x1200px)
• Compress using online tools before uploading
• Save JPEG at lower quality setting (80-85%)

• Ensure file has .jpg, .jpeg, or .png extension
• Convert other formats (HEIC, WebP, TIFF, BMP) to JPEG
• Re-save your image in a supported format

• Check your internet connection stability
• Try uploading again after connection stabilises
• Use a smaller file size if connection is slow

1. Use optimal dimensions - 1200x1200px or 1200x630px work best across platforms
2. Place key content centrally - Different platforms crop differently
3. Test sharing preview - Use Facebook Debugger or Twitter Card Validator
4. Include branding - Make your organisation or production recognisable
5. Use vibrant colours - Stand out in social media feeds
6. Avoid fine details - Images are often displayed small in feeds

1. Upload an initial image and monitor ticket sales for 1-2 weeks
2. Replace with an alternative image (different cast member, different scene)
3. Compare booking rates and engagement metrics
4. Use analytics to identify which image performed better
5. Keep the most effective image for peak booking periods

• Seasonal themes - Christmas, summer, Halloween variations
• Countdown promotions - "Only 2 weeks left!" or "Final dates!" overlays
• Award announcements - "Award-winning production" badges
• Special guests - Feature celebrity or special guest performers
• Sold-out momentum - "Extended run" or "Booking fast" indicators
• Press reviews - "5-star reviews" or critic quotes

• Use similar photographic style and colour grading
• Apply consistent filters or post-processing
• Include organisation logo in same position
• Use matching fonts for text overlays
• Maintain similar composition and framing
• Create recognisable visual brand identity

• Production photographer - Capture dress rehearsals and key performances
• Multiple shots - Get variety for A/B testing and updates
• High resolution - Future-proof for various platforms
• Usage rights - Ensure you have rights for promotional use
• Cast variety - Feature different performers and scenes
• Branding shots - Include organisation and production branding

1. Customise Your Tour Theme - Match colours and branding to your image

   • → Theme Guide

2. Set Up Marketing Tools - Optimise SEO and social sharing

   • → Marketing Guide

3. Add Individual Events - Create specific dates under your tour

   • → Events Guide

4. Configure Tour Details - Complete tour description and information

   • → Tour Setup Guide

• Creating a Tour - Tour Creation guide
• Tour Details - Tour name, description, and information
• Event Theme - Branding and colour customisation
• Marketing Tools - SEO and social media optimisation
• Event Image - Individual event image management

• Email: support@seaty.co.uk
• FAQ: Check our Organiser FAQ