Second Shooter, Photography Jobs in Las Vegas, NV
Photograph weddings across Las Vegas and nearby Henderson, Boulder City for our creative production companies. We handle the clients, contracts and editing. You capture the day.
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About the role
We are hiring photo second shooters based in and around Las Vegas for weddings booked through our creative production companies. Cover preparation, guests, candids and alternate angles while the lead photographer directs.
Weddings in the Las Vegas area run year-round, with the busiest calendar in October–April. Summer temperatures keep most weddings in the cooler months, which makes fall through spring the core season. Our venue data covers 96 wedding venues across 3 cities in this market.
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
Las Vegas venues you could shoot
Weddings in this market take place at venues like these, drawn from our directory of 96 local venues:
- Chapel of the FlowersLas Vegas
- Springs PreserveLas Vegas
- The Little Vegas ChapelLas Vegas
- Little White Wedding ChapelLas Vegas
- Love Story Wedding ChapelLas Vegas
- Graceland Wedding ChapelLas Vegas
- Vegas WeddingsLas Vegas
- The Little Neon ChapelLas Vegas
- Reflection Bay Golf ClubHenderson
- The Legacy Golf ClubHenderson
- The Revere Golf ClubHenderson
- Water Street PlazaHenderson
Areas covered
Las Vegas (78), Henderson (17), Boulder City (1). Numbers show venues per city in our data.
Pay in Nevada
For context, photographers in Nevada earn a median of $37,460 a year, with most earning between $26,610 and $57,640 (BLS, May 2025). Most wedding work is paid per event rather than salaried. See the full Nevada pay guide.
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Second Shooter, Photography jobs in Las Vegas: FAQ
How much do photo second shooters make in Las Vegas?
Our rate for this role is flat rate per wedding, shared on your intro call. For context, the BLS median for photographers in Nevada is $37,460 a year (May 2025).
When is wedding season in Las Vegas?
The busiest months are October–April. Summer temperatures keep most weddings in the cooler months, which makes fall through spring the core season.
How far will I travel?
Most of our Las Vegas weddings fall within about 60 miles, including Henderson, Boulder City. Longer trips are optional and paid separately.
Is this a contractor role?
Yes. This is an independent contractor (1099) position. You choose the dates you are available and accept the weddings you want.
Photograph weddings in Las Vegas.
Send your resume and portfolio and we will be in touch.