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Second Shooter, Video Jobs in Austin, TX

We are building our roster of video second shooters in Austin and nearby Round Rock, Georgetown, Dripping Springs, Wimberley, Pflugerville, Bastrop ahead of opening bookings. Apply now to be first in line.

Building roster

About the role

We are accepting applications from video second shooters in greater Austin. Applicants here are contacted first when our companies begin booking weddings in this market. Run a second angle at ceremonies and receptions and capture guest and detail coverage alongside a lead videographer.

Weddings in the Austin 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 90 wedding venues across 8 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

Austin venues you could shoot

Weddings in this market take place at venues like these, drawn from our directory of 90 local venues:

  • Hotel Van ZandtAustin
  • The LINE AustinAustin
  • Chapel DulcineaAustin
  • Vintage Villas Hotel & EventsAustin
  • Brazos HallAustin
  • The Mansion (TFWC)Austin
  • The BelmontAustin
  • Barr Mansion, Ballroom, and FarmsteadAustin
  • Marriott North Austin Round RockRound Rock
  • The Ruby HotelRound Rock
  • Brushy Creek Community CenterRound Rock
  • Camp LucyDripping Springs

Areas covered

Austin (40), Round Rock (20), Georgetown (8), Dripping Springs (13), Wimberley (2), Pflugerville (3), Bastrop (2), Spicewood (2). Numbers show venues per city in our data.

Pay in Texas

For context, camera operators (television, video and film) in Texas earn a median of $63,110 a year, with most earning between $32,360 and $111,990 (BLS, May 2025). Most wedding work is paid per event rather than salaried. See the full Texas pay guide.

Questions

Second Shooter, Video jobs in Austin: FAQ

How much do video second shooters make in Austin?

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 Texas is $63,110 a year (May 2025).

When is wedding season in Austin?

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 Austin weddings fall within about 60 miles, including Round Rock, Georgetown, Dripping Springs, Wimberley. 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 Austin.

Send your resume and portfolio and we will be in touch.

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