July 10, 2026

Photographer Assistant

David Murphey Photography HONOLULU, Hawaii

I'm a Honolulu commercial photographer seeking an on-call assistant. My assignments include photographing for hotels and working with corporate clients.

This position is ideal if you'd like to work in a photography and from someone with 30+ years of experience.

The ideal applicant:

-Someone who can show up to work on time

-Dress and speak professionally

-Have their own transportation

-Can carry heavy equipment (45lbs)

-Have a positive attitude

-Strong work ethics

-Has an interest in photography or video production

Duties: Set up lights and cameras, organize products and props, prep and style hotel rooms, move heavy equipment (carry by hand or push equipment dollies).

Required: You must have a flexible and open weekday schedule.

Preferred: A recent college graduate with a photography or film degree.

Pay: $35/hour. I average 6-10 work days per month. However, due to the nature of freelance assignments, work days vary week-to-week. We don't work weekends.

If you are considering starting a photography business, this assistant position would be an ideal way to learn professional lighting techniques and advanced camera skills, in addition to working with high-end clients.

This job is ideal for someone with a part-time evening or weekend job, or someone who can schedule gig work around our schedule.

When applying: Please include a link to your website, LinkedIn, Instagram, or creative social profile.

Thank you,

David Murphey

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $35.00 per hour

Work Location: In person

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