
Second Shooter, Video Jobs in Atlanta, GA
Film weddings across Atlanta and nearby Marietta, Alpharetta, Roswell, Sandy Springs, Duluth, Kennesaw for our creative production companies. We handle the clients, contracts and editing. You capture the day.
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About the role
Our companies book weddings across greater Atlanta, and we need video second shooters who know the area. Run a second angle at ceremonies and receptions and capture guest and detail coverage alongside a lead videographer.
Weddings in the Atlanta area run year-round, with the busiest calendar in March–May and October–November. Summer heat pushes most couples to spring and fall, with plenty of winter weekends too. Our venue data covers 111 wedding venues across 9 cities in this market.
What you'll do
- Run a locked-off or handheld second angle at the ceremony and toasts
- Capture getting-ready, guest, venue and detail coverage
- Support the lead with audio setup and gear changes
- Hand off cards and logs to the lead at the end of the night
What you bring
- Some experience filming weddings or events, or strong narrative work
- At least one professional video-capable body and a fast lens
- Willingness to learn our house style and follow a lead
Atlanta venues you could shoot
Weddings in this market take place at venues like these, drawn from our directory of 111 local venues:
- The Wimbish HouseAtlanta
- The Foundry at Puritan MillAtlanta
- The Biltmore BallroomsAtlanta
- Trolley BarnAtlanta
- Atlanta Event CenterAtlanta
- VentanasAtlanta
- Spring Hall Event VenueAtlanta
- Terminus 330 Event VenueAtlanta
- Ray's on the RiverSandy Springs
- The Hotel at Avalon, Autograph CollectionAlpharetta
- Roaring Social AlpharettaAlpharetta
- Country Club of RoswellRoswell
Areas covered
Atlanta (42), Marietta (34), Alpharetta (16), Roswell (12), Sandy Springs (2), Duluth (1), Kennesaw (1), Lawrenceville (2), Buford (1). Numbers show venues per city in our data.
Pay in Georgia
For context, camera operators (television, video and film) in Georgia earn a median of $85,050 a year, with most earning between $36,250 and $159,090 (BLS, May 2025). Most wedding work is paid per event rather than salaried. See the full Georgia pay guide.
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Second Shooter, Video jobs in Atlanta: FAQ
How much do video second shooters make in Atlanta?
Our rate for this role is flat rate per wedding, shared on your intro call. For context, the BLS median for camera operators (television, video and film) in Georgia is $85,050 a year (May 2025).
When is wedding season in Atlanta?
The busiest months are March–May and October–November. Summer heat pushes most couples to spring and fall, with plenty of winter weekends too.
How far will I travel?
Most of our Atlanta weddings fall within about 60 miles, including Marietta, Alpharetta, Roswell, Sandy Springs. 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.
Film weddings in Atlanta.
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