Wedding Photographer Jobs in Nashville, TN
We are building our roster of wedding photographers in Nashville and nearby Franklin, Brentwood, Murfreesboro, Lebanon 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 Nashville. 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 Nashville area run year-round, with the busiest calendar in April–June and September–November. Spring and fall carry the calendar, with summer weekends close behind. Our venue data covers 54 wedding venues across 5 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
Nashville venues you could shoot
Weddings in this market take place at venues like these, drawn from our directory of 54 local venues:
- CheekwoodNashville
- Margaritaville Hotel NashvilleNashville
- Belmont MansionNashville
- Scarritt Bennett CenterNashville
- Rhinestone Wedding ChapelNashville
- 14TENNNashville
- The CordelleNashville
- The Fontanel Mansion & Event VenueNashville
- CarntonFranklin
- CJ's Off the SquareFranklin
- Graystone QuarryFranklin
- Westhaven Golf ClubFranklin
Areas covered
Nashville (36), Franklin (12), Brentwood (2), Murfreesboro (3), Lebanon (1). Numbers show venues per city in our data.
Pay in Tennessee
For context, photographers in Tennessee earn a median of $37,950 a year, with most earning between $28,820 and $67,060 (BLS, May 2025). Most wedding work is paid per event rather than salaried. See the full Tennessee pay guide.
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Wedding Photographer jobs in Nashville: FAQ
How much do wedding photographers make in Nashville?
Our rate for this role is flat rate per wedding, shared on your intro call. For context, the BLS median for photographers in Tennessee is $37,950 a year (May 2025).
When is wedding season in Nashville?
The busiest months are April–June and September–November. Spring and fall carry the calendar, with summer weekends close behind.
How far will I travel?
Most of our Nashville weddings fall within about 60 miles, including Franklin, Brentwood, Murfreesboro, Lebanon. 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 Nashville.
Send your resume and portfolio and we will be in touch.