Wedding Photographer Jobs in Napa, CA
We are building our roster of wedding photographers in Napa and nearby Sonoma, St. Helena, Yountville, Calistoga, Healdsburg, Santa Rosa 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 Napa. 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 Napa 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 57 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
Napa venues you could shoot
Weddings in this market take place at venues like these, drawn from our directory of 57 local venues:
- The Westin Verasa NapaNapa
- Grand Reserve - Meritage ResortNapa
- CIA at Copia (The Culinary Institute of America at Copia)Napa
- Churchill ManorNapa
- JaM Cellars BallroomNapa
- Hennessey EstateNapa
- Casa Mani Resort Napa Valley, Curio Collection by HiltonNapa
- Fairview NapaNapa
- V. Sattui WinerySt. Helena
- The Lodge at Sonoma Resort, Autograph CollectionSonoma
- Viansa WinerySonoma
- B.R. Cohn WineryGlen Ellen
Areas covered
Napa (11), Sonoma (9), St. Helena (3), Yountville (3), Calistoga (2), Healdsburg (2), Santa Rosa (21), Petaluma (4), Glen Ellen (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 Napa: FAQ
How much do wedding photographers make in Napa?
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 Napa?
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 Napa weddings fall within about 60 miles, including Sonoma, St. Helena, Yountville, Calistoga. 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 Napa.
Send your resume and portfolio and we will be in touch.