Wedding Photographer Jobs in Cleveland, OH
We are building our roster of wedding photographers in Cleveland and nearby Akron, Lakewood, Medina, Chagrin Falls, Mentor 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 Cleveland. 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 Cleveland 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 70 wedding venues across 6 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
Cleveland venues you could shoot
Weddings in this market take place at venues like these, drawn from our directory of 70 local venues:
- House of Blues ClevelandCleveland
- Great Lakes Science CenterCleveland
- Music Box Supper ClubCleveland
- The LakehouseCleveland
- The Ritz-Carlton, ClevelandCleveland
- Welcome To The FarmCleveland
- Windows On The RiverCleveland
- The Madison VenueCleveland
- Stan Hywet Hall & GardensAkron
- Firestone Country ClubAkron
- Old 97Akron
- Guy's Party CenterAkron
Areas covered
Cleveland (28), Akron (33), Lakewood (3), Medina (3), Chagrin Falls (2), Mentor (1). Numbers show venues per city in our data.
Pay in Ohio
For context, photographers in Ohio earn a median of $38,470 a year, with most earning between $23,670 and $80,990 (BLS, May 2025). Most wedding work is paid per event rather than salaried. See the full Ohio pay guide.
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Wedding Photographer jobs in Cleveland: FAQ
How much do wedding photographers make in Cleveland?
Our rate for this role is flat rate per wedding, shared on your intro call. For context, the BLS median for photographers in Ohio is $38,470 a year (May 2025).
When is wedding season in Cleveland?
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 Cleveland weddings fall within about 60 miles, including Akron, Lakewood, Medina, Chagrin Falls. 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 Cleveland.
Send your resume and portfolio and we will be in touch.