Second Shooter, Video Jobs in Tampa, FL
We are building our roster of video second shooters in Tampa and nearby St. Petersburg, Clearwater, Sarasota, Lakeland, Dunedin, Bradenton ahead of opening bookings. Apply now to be first in line.
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About the role
We are accepting applications from video second shooters in greater Tampa. 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 Tampa area run year-round, with the busiest calendar in January–May and October–December. Couples avoid the summer heat and hurricane season, so winter and spring are the busiest months. Our venue data covers 121 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
Tampa venues you could shoot
Weddings in this market take place at venues like these, drawn from our directory of 121 local venues:
- Tampa Marriott Water StreetTampa
- Yacht StarShip Cruises & EventsTampa
- Centro Asturiano de TampaTampa
- Epicurean Hotel, Autograph CollectionTampa
- International Event VenueTampa
- TPepin's Hospitality Centre Exclusively by Golds CateringTampa
- Special Price 50% OFF CHIC VENUE IN TAMPA BAY (USF CAMPUS Location)Tampa
- The Tampa ClubTampa
- The John and Mable Ringling Museum of ArtSarasota
- Ruth Eckerd HallClearwater
- Sunken GardensSt. Petersburg
- Lido Beach ResortSarasota
Areas covered
Tampa (37), St. Petersburg (21), Clearwater (24), Sarasota (27), Lakeland (2), Dunedin (6), Bradenton (2), Wesley Chapel (1), Safety Harbor (1). Numbers show venues per city in our data.
Pay in Florida
For context, camera operators (television, video and film) in Florida earn a median of $62,220 a year, with most earning between $32,230 and $132,320 (BLS, May 2025). Most wedding work is paid per event rather than salaried. See the full Florida pay guide.
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Second Shooter, Video jobs in Tampa: FAQ
How much do video second shooters make in Tampa?
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 Florida is $62,220 a year (May 2025).
When is wedding season in Tampa?
The busiest months are January–May and October–December. Couples avoid the summer heat and hurricane season, so winter and spring are the busiest months.
How far will I travel?
Most of our Tampa weddings fall within about 60 miles, including St. Petersburg, Clearwater, Sarasota, Lakeland. 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 Tampa.
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