Wedding Photographer Jobs in San Francisco, CA
We are building our roster of wedding photographers in San Francisco and nearby Oakland, San Jose, Berkeley, Half Moon Bay, Walnut Creek, Santa Cruz 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 Francisco. 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 Francisco 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 158 wedding venues across 8 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 Francisco venues you could shoot
Weddings in this market take place at venues like these, drawn from our directory of 158 local venues:
- Palace of Fine ArtsSan Francisco
- The Westin St. Francis San Francisco on Union SquareSan Francisco
- Fort Mason Center for Arts & CultureSan Francisco
- Conservatory of FlowersSan Francisco
- The FillmoreSan Francisco
- The Ritz-Carlton, San FranciscoSan Francisco
- Presidio Golf CourseSan Francisco
- Aracely CafeSan Francisco
- Winchester Mystery HouseSan Jose
- Jack London SquareOakland
- San Jose MarriottSan Jose
- Oakland Marriott City CenterOakland
Areas covered
San Francisco (41), Oakland (39), San Jose (41), Berkeley (20), Half Moon Bay (4), Walnut Creek (3), Santa Cruz (7), Saratoga (3). 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 Francisco: FAQ
How much do wedding photographers make in San Francisco?
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 Francisco?
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 Francisco weddings fall within about 60 miles, including Oakland, San Jose, Berkeley, Half Moon Bay. 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 Francisco.
Send your resume and portfolio and we will be in touch.