Second Shooter, Video Jobs in New Orleans, LA
We are building our roster of video second shooters in New Orleans and nearby Metairie, Mandeville, Slidell, Baton Rouge 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 New Orleans. 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 New Orleans 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 97 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
New Orleans venues you could shoot
Weddings in this market take place at venues like these, drawn from our directory of 97 local venues:
- Muriel's Jackson SquareNew Orleans
- House of Blues New OrleansNew Orleans
- Fillmore New OrleansNew Orleans
- ColumnsNew Orleans
- The Civic TheatreNew Orleans
- Southern OaksNew Orleans
- Degas HouseNew Orleans
- Generations HallNew Orleans
- Renaissance Baton Rouge HotelBaton Rouge
- WATERMARK Baton Rouge, Autograph CollectionBaton Rouge
- Red Stick SocialBaton Rouge
- The Balcony BallroomMetairie
Areas covered
New Orleans (60), Metairie (1), Mandeville (2), Slidell (2), Baton Rouge (32). Numbers show venues per city in our data.
Pay in Louisiana
For context, camera operators (television, video and film) in Louisiana earn a median of $58,440 a year, with most earning between $38,590 and $95,990 (BLS, May 2025). Most wedding work is paid per event rather than salaried. See the full Louisiana pay guide.
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Second Shooter, Video jobs in New Orleans: FAQ
How much do video second shooters make in New Orleans?
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 Louisiana is $58,440 a year (May 2025).
When is wedding season in New Orleans?
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 New Orleans weddings fall within about 60 miles, including Metairie, Mandeville, Slidell, Baton Rouge. 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 New Orleans.
Send your resume and portfolio and we will be in touch.