Wedding Photographer Jobs in Portland, OR
We are building our roster of wedding photographers in Portland and nearby Beaverton, Hillsboro, Lake Oswego, Gresham, Newberg, Oregon City 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 Portland. 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 Portland area run year-round, with the busiest calendar in May–October. The season runs from late spring to mid-fall, with June, September and October booking first. Our venue data covers 50 wedding venues across 7 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
Portland venues you could shoot
Weddings in this market take place at venues like these, drawn from our directory of 50 local venues:
- Lan Su Chinese GardenPortland
- Revolution HallPortland
- Kimpton RiverPlace HotelPortland
- The Victorian Belle MansionPortland
- Amaterra WineryPortland
- Rossi FarmsPortland
- Lakeside GardensPortland
- TenduePortland
- Abernethy CenterOregon City
- Ainsworth House & GardensOregon City
- The Water OasisNewberg
- Cedarville LodgeGresham
Areas covered
Portland (36), Beaverton (1), Hillsboro (2), Lake Oswego (2), Gresham (1), Newberg (2), Oregon City (6). Numbers show venues per city in our data.
Pay in Oregon
For context, photographers in Oregon earn a median of $53,630 a year, with most earning between $37,010 and $110,380 (BLS, May 2025). Most wedding work is paid per event rather than salaried. See the full Oregon pay guide.
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Wedding Photographer jobs in Portland: FAQ
How much do wedding photographers make in Portland?
Our rate for this role is flat rate per wedding, shared on your intro call. For context, the BLS median for photographers in Oregon is $53,630 a year (May 2025).
When is wedding season in Portland?
The busiest months are May–October. The season runs from late spring to mid-fall, with June, September and October booking first.
How far will I travel?
Most of our Portland weddings fall within about 60 miles, including Beaverton, Hillsboro, Lake Oswego, Gresham. 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 Portland.
Send your resume and portfolio and we will be in touch.