Photographer Job at Bella Baby Photography in Des Moines

In this role, you’ll promote and sell newborn photography packages to families in a hospital setting, providing a meaningful experience for new parents.Our Core Values:Serve with Heart and Grace: We approach every family interaction with kindness, compassion, and a genuine desire to create lasting memories.Active and Honest Communication: Open, clear, and consistent communication is key to building trust with families, hospital staff, and teammates alike.Resourceful and Accountable: We take initiative, solve problems, and take responsibility for delivering an exceptional experience to every family we work with.What We’re Looking For:A strong communicator with sales and interpersonal skills.Someone who can engage with families in a warm, empathetic way.A candidate who can not only capture moments but also guide parents through purchasing the best photography package, maximizing sales and customer satisfaction.Previous sales experience and a love for photography are a huge plus!Why This Role? If you’re confident, excel in connecting with people, and have a knack for sales, we’d love to have you on our team.Responsibilities:Schedule same-day mini-photo sessions (15 minutes each).Pose and handle newborns and edit photos on-site.Present photography packages, handle orders, and close sales.What You Bring:Strong organizational skills and ability to work independently.Experience in sales is a plus.Creativity and a passion for photography.Family photography experience is preferred.Proficiency in Adobe Lightroom Classic.Reliable transportation and ability to lift up to 20 lbs of equipment.Equipment Required:DSLR or Mirrorless Camera with 18 MP or higher (no phone cameras).Portrait lens with a fixed aperture preferred (F1.8 or F2.8).Laptop with at least 513 GB storage and 16 GB memory.Speedlite (external flash).Schedule:Part-time: 2-3 days a week (including one weekend day).Compensation Package:Hourly plus Commission, Tips, and Bonuses: guaranteed $15 per hour, plus 20% of all sales, 100% of all tips, and opportunities for bonusesSales Bonuses: Additional incentives based on performanceTips: You keep 100% of your tips401k eligibilityDiscounts on travel and entertainment.Hourly pay during training and continuous professional development.$250 Onboarding Bonus (if applicable).Increased holiday pay and equipment reimbursementWho We Are: We specialize in capturing the natural beauty of newborns and their families through professional-grade hospital baby portraiture. *Are you 18 years of age or older? If not, are you willing to purchase? *We do not require our photographers to commute more than 30 minutes to the hospital.