Utah Freelance Photographer Needed Select Dates in May

About Us

Hello Dancer Photography specializes in dance photography, partnering with over 100 dance studios, high school teams and competitions across the region. We pride ourselves on creating fun, organized picture days that deliver stunning, professional portraits that dancers love.

We’re looking for one more photographer who is familiar with studio strobe lighting to join our team for select dates. Please only apply if you are familiar shooting studio strobes and are available mid day into the evenings on the week days and all day Saturdays on May 1, 2, 6, 7, 8, 9, 15, 16.

What We’re Looking For

Comfortable managing a fast-paced, high-energy picture day — you keep things running smoothly and the energy highExcellent people skills and a true team-player mindset — friendly, adaptable, and able to lead with confidenceWorks well with kids and teens (ages 3–18) — you know how to connect, get smiles, and make them feel confident in front of the cameraProficient with strobe lighting and digital photographyStrong grasp of portrait photography, composition, and framingOpen to giving and receiving feedback — we want to grow as a teamAvailable February through May and most Saturdays during that timeMust be based in Utah at the time of applicationWhat We Provide

All gear included — lights, backdrops, cameraPaid training and ongoing skill development — we love helping you grow as a photographerA full picture day crew (posing + sales assistants) — you focus on the photography, we handle the restNo editing or sales — seriously, none. You shoot, we take care of the rest.A fun, supportive team culture with opportunities to return each seasonRequirements

High School diploma or GED2+ years of profressional photography experience — you know your way around a camera, lighting setup, and capturing great portraitsWilling to travel within about an hour of Salt Lake City, UTAble to transport and store gear, including a 9’ seamless backdropComfortable working long days — most week days are 5-8 hours starting in the early afternoon and Saturdays are all day and up to 12 hours long (we keep the vibe fun and provide meals to keep you fueled!)Physically able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs — you’ll lead setup and teardown, with a crew to assistCompensation

$20-$25/hour, depending on experience and availabilitySeasonal freelance (1099) positionAnnual raises for returning photographers — we love growing with our crew!Job Types: Contract, Seasonal, Freelance

Pay: $25.00 per hour

Benefits:

Flexible scheduleExperience:

Photographers: 2 years (Required)Work Location: In person