May 28, 2026

Portrait Photographer

iSmile Studios Albany, New York

Join Our Team as a Family & Children’s Photographer!
No Experience Needed — Just Bring the Fun!

Do you light up around kids? Are you the kind of person who can make a baby giggle, a toddler laugh, and a family feel right at home? If so, we want you on our team!

We're looking for a fun, energetic, and happy human who’s ready to turn everyday moments into lifelong memories. Whether you're an experienced photographer or have never touched a camera — that’s okay! We’ll train you to become an amazing portrait artist. If you love connecting with people, bringing out smiles, and working in a creative, fast-paced environment, this is your dream job.

What You’ll Do:

Photograph adorable babies, playful kids, and loving families in homes, parks, and our beautiful studio
Capture authentic moments filled with laughter, connection, and joy
Help families bring their photo shoot vision to life with creativity and care
Bring energy, patience, and kindness to every shoot
Manage your gear and time like a pro — setting up, breaking down, and keeping things organized
Travel to various shoot locations (yes, you’ll need a license and reliable wheels)

What We’re Looking For:

A natural with kids and a people-person through and through
Positive, upbeat, and full of energy
Great communicator who makes others feel at ease
Eye for detail and a love for all things creative
Comfortable lifting and carrying gear (we’ll teach you how to handle it like a boss)
Weekday and weekend availability
Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation

What You’ll Love About Working with Us:

Top-notch, hands-on training — we’ll teach you everything you need to know
Fun, supportive team that loves what they do and wants you to thrive
Room to grow — opportunities for advancement into studio leadership or our elite school photography team
Creative freedom to help design and execute beautiful sessions
Flexible scheduling that supports your work-life balance
The chance to make magic — capturing images families will treasure forever

If you’re ready to smile all day long and make other people smile too, then this is more than a job — it’s your next adventure.

Apply now and let’s make some photo-day magic together!

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $16.00 - $20.00 per hour

Benefits:

Employee discount

Work Location: In person

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