Wedding Photographer Jobs in Austin, TX
We are building our roster of wedding photographers in Austin and nearby Round Rock, Georgetown, Dripping Springs, Wimberley, Pflugerville, Bastrop ahead of opening bookings. Apply now to be first in line.
Building roster
About the role
We are accepting applications from wedding photographers in greater Austin. Applicants here are contacted first when our companies begin booking weddings in this market. Photograph the full day, direct portraits and family formals, and deliver a complete, well-exposed gallery.
Weddings in the Austin area run year-round, with the busiest calendar in March–May and October–November. Summer heat pushes most couples to spring and fall, with plenty of winter weekends too. Our venue data covers 90 wedding venues across 8 cities in this market.
What you'll do
- Photograph preparation, ceremony, portraits, family formals and reception
- Direct couples and wedding parties with confidence and warmth
- Work flash and natural light in every kind of venue
- Keep to the timeline and shot list from our planning team
- Upload organized, culled-ready files within 48 hours
What you bring
- At least two seasons photographing weddings, with full galleries to show
- Two professional full-frame bodies, fast lenses and off-camera flash
- Reliable transportation within about 60 miles of your home market
- Comfort leading family formals and large groups
Austin venues you could shoot
Weddings in this market take place at venues like these, drawn from our directory of 90 local venues:
- Hotel Van ZandtAustin
- The LINE AustinAustin
- Chapel DulcineaAustin
- Vintage Villas Hotel & EventsAustin
- Brazos HallAustin
- The Mansion (TFWC)Austin
- The BelmontAustin
- Barr Mansion, Ballroom, and FarmsteadAustin
- Marriott North Austin Round RockRound Rock
- The Ruby HotelRound Rock
- Brushy Creek Community CenterRound Rock
- Camp LucyDripping Springs
Areas covered
Austin (40), Round Rock (20), Georgetown (8), Dripping Springs (13), Wimberley (2), Pflugerville (3), Bastrop (2), Spicewood (2). Numbers show venues per city in our data.
Pay in Texas
For context, photographers in Texas earn a median of $41,280 a year, with most earning between $24,910 and $62,720 (BLS, May 2025). Most wedding work is paid per event rather than salaried. See the full Texas pay guide.
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Wedding Photographer jobs in Austin: FAQ
How much do wedding photographers make in Austin?
Our rate for this role is flat rate per wedding, shared on your intro call. For context, the BLS median for photographers in Texas is $41,280 a year (May 2025).
When is wedding season in Austin?
The busiest months are March–May and October–November. Summer heat pushes most couples to spring and fall, with plenty of winter weekends too.
How far will I travel?
Most of our Austin weddings fall within about 60 miles, including Round Rock, Georgetown, Dripping Springs, Wimberley. 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.
Photograph weddings in Austin.
Send your resume and portfolio and we will be in touch.