Wedding Photographer Jobs in Honolulu, HI
We are building our roster of wedding photographers in Honolulu and nearby Kailua, Kaneohe, Haleiwa, Kapolei, Lahaina, Kihei 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 Honolulu. 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 Honolulu area run year-round, with the busiest calendar in Year-round. Weddings run all year, with destination couples spread across every month. Our venue data covers 56 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
Honolulu venues you could shoot
Weddings in this market take place at venues like these, drawn from our directory of 56 local venues:
- The Royal Hawaiian, a Luxury Collection Resort, WaikikiHonolulu
- Prince WaikikiHonolulu
- Ka Moana LuauHonolulu
- Moanalua GardensHonolulu
- Dream Hi WeddingsHonolulu
- The Vida MiaHonolulu
- Café Julia HawaiiHonolulu
- Artistry HonoluluHonolulu
- Trilogy ExcursionsLahaina
- Lu’au KalamakuLihue
- Old Lahaina LuauLahaina
- The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort LihueLihue
Areas covered
Honolulu (27), Kailua (1), Kaneohe (6), Haleiwa (2), Kapolei (3), Lahaina (6), Kihei (7), Lihue (4). Numbers show venues per city in our data.
Pay in Hawaii
For context, photographers in Hawaii earn a median of $45,960 a year, with most earning between $30,800 and $105,820 (BLS, May 2025). Most wedding work is paid per event rather than salaried. See the full Hawaii pay guide.
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Wedding Photographer jobs in Honolulu: FAQ
How much do wedding photographers make in Honolulu?
Our rate for this role is flat rate per wedding, shared on your intro call. For context, the BLS median for photographers in Hawaii is $45,960 a year (May 2025).
When is wedding season in Honolulu?
The busiest months are Year-round. Weddings run all year, with destination couples spread across every month.
How far will I travel?
Most of our Honolulu weddings fall within about 60 miles, including Kailua, Kaneohe, Haleiwa, Kapolei. 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 Honolulu.
Send your resume and portfolio and we will be in touch.