
Second Shooter, Video Jobs in Denver, CO
Film weddings across Denver and nearby Boulder, Lakewood, Littleton, Golden, Westminster, Castle Rock 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 video second shooters based in and around Denver for weddings booked through our creative production companies. Run a second angle at ceremonies and receptions and capture guest and detail coverage alongside a lead videographer.
Weddings in the Denver area run year-round, with the busiest calendar in May–October. The season runs from late spring to mid-fall, with June, September and October booking first. Our venue data covers 61 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
Denver venues you could shoot
Weddings in this market take place at venues like these, drawn from our directory of 61 local venues:
- Denver Botanic GardensDenver
- The Soiled Dove UndergroundDenver
- Mile High StationDenver
- The Kirk of HighlandDenver
- Washington Park BoathouseDenver
- Mountain Crust Event Venue - DenverDenver
- Wellshire Event CenterDenver
- The Lumber Baron Inn & GardensDenver
- Butterfly PavilionWestminster
- Chautauqua Dining HallBoulder
- The Greenbriar InnBoulder
- Sunrise AmphitheaterBoulder
Areas covered
Denver (27), Boulder (14), Lakewood (2), Littleton (4), Golden (7), Westminster (3), Castle Rock (2), Evergreen (2). Numbers show venues per city in our data.
Pay in Colorado
For context, camera operators (television, video and film) in Colorado earn a median of $74,990 a year, with most earning between $47,900 and $122,170 (BLS, May 2025). Most wedding work is paid per event rather than salaried. See the full Colorado pay guide.
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Second Shooter, Video jobs in Denver: FAQ
How much do video second shooters make in Denver?
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 Colorado is $74,990 a year (May 2025).
When is wedding season in Denver?
The busiest months are May–October. The season runs from late spring to mid-fall, with June, September and October booking first.
How far will I travel?
Most of our Denver weddings fall within about 60 miles, including Boulder, Lakewood, Littleton, Golden. 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 Denver.
Send your resume and portfolio and we will be in touch.