Second Shooter, Video Jobs in Birmingham, AL
We are building our roster of video second shooters in Birmingham and nearby Hoover, Homewood, Tuscaloosa, Pelham 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 Birmingham. 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 Birmingham 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 50 wedding venues across 5 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
Birmingham venues you could shoot
Weddings in this market take place at venues like these, drawn from our directory of 50 local venues:
- Iron City BhamBirmingham
- Grand Bohemian Mountain Brook, Autograph CollectionBirmingham
- The Wine Loft Birmingham - EventsBirmingham
- The Harbert CenterBirmingham
- City Club BirminghamBirmingham
- Woodrow HallBirmingham
- Birmingham Tree HouseBirmingham
- B&A WarehouseBirmingham
- Hotel Indigo Tuscaloosa Downtown by IHGTuscaloosa
- Aldridge GardensHoover
- Cypress Inn PavilionTuscaloosa
- Historic Drish HouseTuscaloosa
Areas covered
Birmingham (29), Hoover (3), Homewood (3), Tuscaloosa (14), Pelham (1). Numbers show venues per city in our data.
Pay in Alabama
For context, camera operators (television, video and film) in Alabama earn a median of $61,800 a year, with most earning between $41,190 and $69,630 (BLS, May 2025). Most wedding work is paid per event rather than salaried. See the full Alabama pay guide.
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Second Shooter, Video jobs in Birmingham: FAQ
How much do video second shooters make in Birmingham?
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 Alabama is $61,800 a year (May 2025).
When is wedding season in Birmingham?
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 Birmingham weddings fall within about 60 miles, including Hoover, Homewood, Tuscaloosa, Pelham. 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 Birmingham.
Send your resume and portfolio and we will be in touch.