Wedding Camera Professional Operator [photographer, videographer]

Position Type: Contract / Freelance Compensation: $20–$75 per hour (varies based on experience level, role as lead or second shooter, equipment provided, and specific event requirements) Typical Schedule: Based on booked wedding dates — most events take place on weekends Event Duration: Most weddings range from 6–10 hours, with occasional portrait sessions around 1.5 hours depending on the client’s contract Payment Timeline: Payments are issued the Friday following successful file delivery and confirmation by our headquarters Applicants for lead photographer roles should have: • Preferably (not required) Canon camera systems • Minimum gear expectation: • 2 camera bodies (2018 or newer) • At least three lenses capable of covering 35mm, 50mm, and 70–200mm ranges • External flash • Strong indoor flash technique with clean bounce flash and controlled ambient lighting • Ability to cover a full wedding day independently • Willingness to upload RAW files and maintain backups for up to 45 days • Strong interpersonal skills and professional client interaction • Portfolio demonstrating consistent, clean, timeless wedding work • Ability to photograph engagement sessions or bridal portraits Videographers applying for lead roles should have: • Canon or Sony camera systems • Minimum equipment expectations: • Two camera bodies • Wide and zoom lenses • Two audio sources/microphones for wedding-day audio capture • Gimbal or stabilization system • Lighting source • Drone capability is a plus but not required • Ability to film weddings independently while maintaining stable footage • Consistent exposure and white balance (no mixed lighting) • Reliable workflow for transferring footage and maintaining backups for 45 days • A polished reel demonstrating stable, well-lit storytelling This onboarding process ensures that every photographer and videographer on our team delivers a consistent, high-quality experience for our couples. We are building a team of experienced creatives who produce strong work, represent a premium brand well, and thrive in the fast-paced environment of wedding days.