Wedding Photographer Jobs in St. Louis, MO
We are building our roster of wedding photographers in St. Louis and nearby Chesterfield 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 St. Louis. 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 St. Louis 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 2 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
St. Louis venues you could shoot
Weddings in this market take place at venues like these, drawn from our directory of 50 local venues:
- Lemp MansionSt. Louis
- Old Rock HouseSt. Louis
- Grbic Private EventsSt. Louis
- World's Fair PavilionSt. Louis
- Wild CarrotSt. Louis
- Atelier 1879St. Louis
- Grand Hall at Union StationSt. Louis
- Windows on WashingtonSt. Louis
- The Reverie STLChesterfield
Areas covered
St. Louis (49), Chesterfield (1). Numbers show venues per city in our data.
Pay in Missouri
For context, photographers in Missouri earn a median of $39,170 a year, with most earning between $29,600 and $74,530 (BLS, May 2025). Most wedding work is paid per event rather than salaried. See the full Missouri pay guide.
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Wedding Photographer jobs in St. Louis: FAQ
How much do wedding photographers make in St. Louis?
Our rate for this role is flat rate per wedding, shared on your intro call. For context, the BLS median for photographers in Missouri is $39,170 a year (May 2025).
When is wedding season in St. Louis?
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 St. Louis weddings fall within about 60 miles, including Chesterfield. 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 St. Louis.
Send your resume and portfolio and we will be in touch.