Wedding Photographer Jobs in Los Angeles, CA
Photograph weddings across Los Angeles and nearby Long Beach, Pasadena, Santa Monica, Malibu, Glendale, Beverly Hills for our creative production companies. We handle the clients, contracts and editing. You capture the day.
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About the role
We are hiring wedding photographers based in and around Los Angeles for weddings booked through our creative production companies. Photograph the full day, direct portraits and family formals, and deliver a complete, well-exposed gallery.
Weddings in the Los Angeles area run year-round, with the busiest calendar in April–October. Mild weather means weddings run year-round, with the heaviest calendar from spring into fall. Our venue data covers 132 wedding venues across 9 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
Los Angeles venues you could shoot
Weddings in this market take place at venues like these, drawn from our directory of 132 local venues:
- The BelascoLos Angeles
- Candela La BreaLos Angeles
- Same Day Marriage In Los Angeles - Get Married Today!Los Angeles
- Bel-Air Bay ClubLos Angeles
- Lucky Wedding Day Chapel in LA - Same Day Marriage ServicesLos Angeles
- Guadalupe Wedding Chapel in LA - Same Day Marriage Services and EventsLos Angeles
- Allure Banquet Hall & CateringLos Angeles
- Jonathan ClubLos Angeles
- Greystone Mansion & Gardens: The Doheny EstateBeverly Hills
- Long Beach MarriottLong Beach
- Boathouse on the BayLong Beach
- The Westin Long BeachLong Beach
Areas covered
Los Angeles (56), Long Beach (34), Pasadena (25), Santa Monica (1), Malibu (7), Glendale (2), Beverly Hills (1), Anaheim (4), Irvine (2). Numbers show venues per city in our data.
Pay in California
For context, photographers in California earn a median of $47,840 a year, with most earning between $36,470 and $125,490 (BLS, May 2025). Most wedding work is paid per event rather than salaried. See the full California pay guide.
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Wedding Photographer jobs in Los Angeles: FAQ
How much do wedding photographers make in Los Angeles?
Our rate for this role is flat rate per wedding, shared on your intro call. For context, the BLS median for photographers in California is $47,840 a year (May 2025).
When is wedding season in Los Angeles?
The busiest months are April–October. Mild weather means weddings run year-round, with the heaviest calendar from spring into fall.
How far will I travel?
Most of our Los Angeles weddings fall within about 60 miles, including Long Beach, Pasadena, Santa Monica, Malibu. 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 Los Angeles.
Send your resume and portfolio and we will be in touch.