Wedding Photographer Jobs in Houston, TX
We are building our roster of wedding photographers in Houston and nearby The Woodlands, Katy, Pearland, Galveston, Conroe, Spring 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 Houston. 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 Houston 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 83 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
Houston venues you could shoot
Weddings in this market take place at venues like these, drawn from our directory of 83 local venues:
- POST HoustonHouston
- House of BluesHouston
- AvantGardenHouston
- The Bell Tower on 34thHouston
- Pelazzio Reception Venue HoustonHouston
- Chateau CrystaleHouston
- The Springs Weddings & EventsHouston
- The AstorianHouston
- Moody Gardens Hotel and Convention CenterGalveston
- Galveston Island Convention Center at The San Luis ResortGalveston
- Sans Souci BallroomTomball
- Porch CafeGalveston
Areas covered
Houston (43), The Woodlands (1), Katy (3), Pearland (1), Galveston (24), Conroe (4), Spring (2), Tomball (5). 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 Houston: FAQ
How much do wedding photographers make in Houston?
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 Houston?
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 Houston weddings fall within about 60 miles, including The Woodlands, Katy, Pearland, Galveston. 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 Houston.
Send your resume and portfolio and we will be in touch.