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Wedding Videographer Jobs in Los Angeles, CA

Film weddings across Los Angeles and nearby Long Beach, Pasadena, Santa Monica, Malibu, Glendale, Beverly Hills for our creative production companies. We handle the clients, contracts and editing. You capture the day.

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About the role

We are hiring wedding videographers based in and around Los Angeles for weddings booked through our creative production companies. Film full wedding days from preparation to send-off and capture the audio, coverage and moments our editors need for a cinematic film.

Weddings in the Los Angeles 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 132 wedding venues across 9 cities in this market.

What you'll do

  • Film preparation, first look, ceremony, portraits and reception, typically 6 to 10 hours
  • Capture ceremony vows and speeches with lavalier and recorder backups
  • Run a stabilized main angle plus detail and guest coverage
  • Coordinate with planners, photographers and venue staff on the day
  • Upload and organize footage within 48 hours using our delivery system

What you bring

  • At least two seasons filming weddings or live events, with a portfolio to show
  • A professional cinema or mirrorless kit with a backup body, stabilizer and audio
  • Reliable transportation within about 60 miles of your home market
  • A calm, professional presence with couples and families

Los Angeles venues you could shoot

Weddings in this market take place at venues like these, drawn from our directory of 132 local venues:

  • The BelascoLos Angeles
  • Candela La BreaLos Angeles
  • Same Day Marriage In Los Angeles - Get Married Today!Los Angeles
  • Bel-Air Bay ClubLos Angeles
  • Lucky Wedding Day Chapel in LA - Same Day Marriage ServicesLos Angeles
  • Guadalupe Wedding Chapel in LA - Same Day Marriage Services and EventsLos Angeles
  • Allure Banquet Hall & CateringLos Angeles
  • Jonathan ClubLos Angeles
  • Greystone Mansion & Gardens: The Doheny EstateBeverly Hills
  • Long Beach MarriottLong Beach
  • Boathouse on the BayLong Beach
  • The Westin Long BeachLong Beach

Areas covered

Los Angeles (56), Long Beach (34), Pasadena (25), Santa Monica (1), Malibu (7), Glendale (2), Beverly Hills (1), Anaheim (4), Irvine (2). Numbers show venues per city in our data.

Pay in California

For context, camera operators (television, video and film) in California earn a median of $106,900 a year, with most earning between $53,910 and $154,240 (BLS, May 2025). Most wedding work is paid per event rather than salaried. See the full California pay guide.

Questions

Wedding Videographer jobs in Los Angeles: FAQ

How much do wedding videographers make in Los Angeles?

Our rate for this role is flat rate per wedding, shared on your intro call. For context, the BLS median for camera operators (television, video and film) in California is $106,900 a year (May 2025).

When is wedding season in Los Angeles?

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 Los Angeles weddings fall within about 60 miles, including Long Beach, Pasadena, Santa Monica, Malibu. 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.

Film weddings in Los Angeles.

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