Second Shooter, Photography jobs.
Cover preparation, guests, candids and alternate angles while the lead photographer directs. Independent contractor role, available nationwide.
What you'll do
- Photograph the getting-ready rooms the lead is not in
- Shoot alternate ceremony angles and guest reactions
- Capture candids, details and cocktail hour
- Help with lighting setups and family formals
What you bring
- Some wedding or event experience, or a strong portrait portfolio
- One professional body, a fast lens and a flash
- Willingness to learn our house style and follow a lead
Second Shooter, Photography jobs open today
New York, NY
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Hiring nowLos Angeles, CA
132 venues across 9 cities in our data
Hiring nowChicago, IL
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Hiring nowMiami, FL
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Hiring nowAtlanta, GA
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Hiring nowBoston, MA
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Hiring nowPhoenix, AZ
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Hiring nowDenver, CO
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Hiring nowLas Vegas, NV
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Hiring nowMinneapolis, MN
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Building rosterCharleston, SC
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Building rosterHouston, TX
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Building rosterIndianapolis, IN
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Building rosterJacksonville, FL
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Building rosterKansas City, MO
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Building rosterLouisville, KY
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Building rosterMilwaukee, WI
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Building rosterPhiladelphia, PA
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Building rosterPortland, OR
50 venues across 7 cities in our data
Building rosterProvidence, RI
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Building rosterRichmond, VA
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Building rosterSan Antonio, TX
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Building rosterSan Diego, CA
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Building rosterSan Francisco, CA
158 venues across 8 cities in our data
Building rosterSavannah, GA
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Building rosterSeattle, WA
134 venues across 9 cities in our data
Building rosterSt. Louis, MO
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Building rosterVirginia Beach, VA
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Building rosterWashington, DC
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Frequently asked
How much do photo second shooters make?
Nationally, photographers earn a median of $44,660 a year, according to the BLS (May 2025). Wedding work is usually paid per event; our rate for this role is flat rate per wedding, shared on your intro call. See pay by state.
Do I need experience to work as a second shooter for wedding photography?
Lead roles need at least two seasons of wedding or event work. Second-shooter roles are open to newer shooters with strong portfolios.
What equipment do I need?
One professional body, a fast prime or zoom, speedlight.
Is this full-time?
These are independent contractor roles. Most of our shooters work weekends during the wedding season and set their own availability.
Become a second shooter for wedding photography with us.
Send your resume and portfolio. We review every application.