Second Shooter, Video Jobs in Seattle, WA
We are building our roster of video second shooters in Seattle and nearby Bellevue, Tacoma, Redmond, Woodinville, Snohomish, Issaquah 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 Seattle. 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 Seattle 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 134 wedding venues across 9 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
Seattle venues you could shoot
Weddings in this market take place at venues like these, drawn from our directory of 134 local venues:
- Columbia Tower ClubSeattle
- Bell Harbor International Conference CenterSeattle
- The Rainier ClubSeattle
- Block 41Seattle
- The Fremont FoundrySeattle
- Imperia Lake UnionSeattle
- AXIS Pioneer SquareSeattle
- WithinSodoSeattle
- Chateau Ste. Michelle WineryWoodinville
- Hands On Children's MuseumOlympia
- Willows LodgeWoodinville
- McMenamins Elks TempleTacoma
Areas covered
Seattle (38), Bellevue (1), Tacoma (32), Redmond (4), Woodinville (15), Snohomish (19), Issaquah (2), Bainbridge Island (2), Olympia (21). Numbers show venues per city in our data.
Pay in Washington
For context, camera operators (television, video and film) in Washington earn a median of $60,250 a year, with most earning between $37,780 and $130,410 (BLS, May 2025). Most wedding work is paid per event rather than salaried. See the full Washington pay guide.
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Second Shooter, Video jobs in Seattle: FAQ
How much do video second shooters make in Seattle?
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 Washington is $60,250 a year (May 2025).
When is wedding season in Seattle?
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 Seattle weddings fall within about 60 miles, including Bellevue, Tacoma, Redmond, Woodinville. 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 Seattle.
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