employee handbook
94 ELLIE VAYO’S GUIDE TO BOUDOIR PHOTOGRAPHY
Vacation Pay.
The amount of vacation pay an employee is entitled to is based on the length of
time he or she has been a full-time employee. The vacation eligibility date will always
be the most recent anniversary of full-time employment.
Length of full-time service completed:
1 to 5 years—1 week (5 days)
Over 5 years—2 weeks (10 days)
Vacation days must be approved by the manager two weeks prior to the vacation
dates requested. Due to the nature of our business, the manager can limit vacation
time during busy seasons. If two or more employees request the same dates, the
dates will be given to the employee with seniority. Vacation days may be taken con-
secutively or on an individual day basis. Vacation time can not be rolled over to the
following year. If a holiday falls during a vacation, it counts as a vacation day. No ad-
ditional days off will be allowed.
Leave of Absence.
A long-term leave of absence consists of more than five working days which an em-
ployee is unable to work due to a medical condition, jury duty, or for personal rea-
sons. Ellie must approve a leave of absence. Leave of absence is without pay. Time
off during a leave of absence does not count toward an employee’s length of em-
ployment. Ellie Vayo will continue to pay 100% of insurance premiums during ma-
ternity leave and jury duty.
- Maternity Leave—Maternity Leave is granted to a pregnant employee or new
mother. This leave must end no later than 8 weeks following delivery.
- Jury Duty—Jury summons must be presented to management in order to receive
a leave of absence.
- Personal Leave—Long-term personal leaves must be approved by Ellie. This
leave is limited to 1 month. The person’s employment is guaranteed for 1
month, but his or her position may change.
Professional Development.
Pursuing additional schooling or membership in photographic associations shows
the company that you’re looking to advance in the company. If the studio requests
that an employee attend a class or seminar, the studio will pay for some or all of the
costs at the studio’s discretion. If an employee would like to attend a seminar or
class that pertains to that employee’s job duties, the company may pay a percent-
age of the cost.
Due to the nature of our
business, the manager can
limit vacation time during
busy seasons.
