Second Shooter, Video Jobs in San Diego, CA
We are building our roster of video second shooters in San Diego and nearby Carlsbad, Escondido, Oceanside, Temecula, Chula Vista, Rancho Santa Fe 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 San Diego. 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 San Diego 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 86 wedding venues across 7 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
San Diego venues you could shoot
Weddings in this market take place at venues like these, drawn from our directory of 86 local venues:
- Spreckels Organ PavilionSan Diego
- Marina Village Conference CenterSan Diego
- University Club San DiegoSan Diego
- Encore Event CenterSan Diego
- BRICKSan Diego
- The Thursday ClubSan Diego
- Mission Hills VenueSan Diego
- JULEP VenueSan Diego
- Wilson Creek WineryTemecula
- Temecula Creek InnTemecula
- Europa Village Wineries & ResortTemecula
- Leoness CellarsTemecula
Areas covered
San Diego (41), Carlsbad (2), Escondido (5), Oceanside (1), Temecula (35), Chula Vista (1), Rancho Santa Fe (1). 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 San Diego: FAQ
How much do video second shooters make in San Diego?
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 San Diego?
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 San Diego weddings fall within about 60 miles, including Carlsbad, Escondido, Oceanside, Temecula. 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 San Diego.
Send your resume and portfolio and we will be in touch.