Second Shooter, Video Jobs in Sacramento, CA
We are building our roster of video second shooters in Sacramento and nearby Roseville, Elk Grove, Placerville 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 Sacramento. 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 Sacramento area run year-round, with the busiest calendar in April–October. Mild weather means weddings run year-round, with the heaviest calendar from spring into fall. Our venue data covers 43 wedding venues across 4 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
Sacramento venues you could shoot
Weddings in this market take place at venues like these, drawn from our directory of 43 local venues:
- Ace of SpadesSacramento
- Scott's Seafood on the RiverSacramento
- Kimpton Sawyer HotelSacramento
- The Westin Sacramento Hotel & MarinaSacramento
- VizcayaSacramento
- Mirage Banquet HallSacramento
- Croatian-American Cultural CenterSacramento
- Dante Event CenterSacramento
- Evergreen Springs by Wedgewood WeddingsElk Grove
- Union Brick by Wedgewood WeddingsRoseville
- Sequoia Mansion by Wedgewood WeddingsPlacerville
- Creekside MeadowsRoseville
Areas covered
Sacramento (37), Roseville (2), Elk Grove (2), Placerville (2). Numbers show venues per city in our data.
Pay in California
For context, camera operators (television, video and film) in California earn a median of $106,900 a year, with most earning between $53,910 and $154,240 (BLS, May 2025). Most wedding work is paid per event rather than salaried. See the full California pay guide.
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Second Shooter, Video jobs in Sacramento: FAQ
How much do video second shooters make in Sacramento?
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 California is $106,900 a year (May 2025).
When is wedding season in Sacramento?
The busiest months are April–October. Mild weather means weddings run year-round, with the heaviest calendar from spring into fall.
How far will I travel?
Most of our Sacramento weddings fall within about 60 miles, including Roseville, Elk Grove, Placerville. 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 Sacramento.
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