Second Shooter, Video Jobs in San Francisco, CA
We are building our roster of video second shooters in San Francisco and nearby Oakland, San Jose, Berkeley, Half Moon Bay, Walnut Creek, Santa Cruz 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 Francisco. 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 Francisco 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 158 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
San Francisco venues you could shoot
Weddings in this market take place at venues like these, drawn from our directory of 158 local venues:
- Palace of Fine ArtsSan Francisco
- The Westin St. Francis San Francisco on Union SquareSan Francisco
- Fort Mason Center for Arts & CultureSan Francisco
- Conservatory of FlowersSan Francisco
- The FillmoreSan Francisco
- The Ritz-Carlton, San FranciscoSan Francisco
- Presidio Golf CourseSan Francisco
- Aracely CafeSan Francisco
- Winchester Mystery HouseSan Jose
- Jack London SquareOakland
- San Jose MarriottSan Jose
- Oakland Marriott City CenterOakland
Areas covered
San Francisco (41), Oakland (39), San Jose (41), Berkeley (20), Half Moon Bay (4), Walnut Creek (3), Santa Cruz (7), Saratoga (3). 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 Francisco: FAQ
How much do video second shooters make in San Francisco?
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 Francisco?
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 Francisco weddings fall within about 60 miles, including Oakland, San Jose, Berkeley, Half Moon Bay. 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 Francisco.
Send your resume and portfolio and we will be in touch.