Wedding Photographer Jobs in San Diego, CA
We are building our roster of wedding photographers in San Diego and nearby Carlsbad, Escondido, Oceanside, Temecula, Chula Vista, Rancho Santa Fe 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 San Diego. 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 San Diego 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 86 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
San Diego venues you could shoot
Weddings in this market take place at venues like these, drawn from our directory of 86 local venues:
- Spreckels Organ PavilionSan Diego
- Marina Village Conference CenterSan Diego
- University Club San DiegoSan Diego
- Encore Event CenterSan Diego
- BRICKSan Diego
- The Thursday ClubSan Diego
- Mission Hills VenueSan Diego
- JULEP VenueSan Diego
- Wilson Creek WineryTemecula
- Temecula Creek InnTemecula
- Europa Village Wineries & ResortTemecula
- Leoness CellarsTemecula
Areas covered
San Diego (41), Carlsbad (2), Escondido (5), Oceanside (1), Temecula (35), Chula Vista (1), Rancho Santa Fe (1). 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 San Diego: FAQ
How much do wedding photographers make in San Diego?
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 San Diego?
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 San Diego weddings fall within about 60 miles, including Carlsbad, Escondido, Oceanside, Temecula. 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 San Diego.
Send your resume and portfolio and we will be in touch.