Wedding Videographer Jobs in Portland, OR
We are building our roster of wedding videographers 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 videographers in greater Portland. Applicants here are contacted first when our companies begin booking weddings in this market. 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 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
- 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
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, camera operators (television, video and film) nationally earn a median of $74,990 a year, with most earning between $38,520 and $135,180 (BLS, May 2025). Most wedding work is paid per event rather than salaried. See the full Oregon pay guide.
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Wedding Videographer jobs in Portland: FAQ
How much do wedding videographers make in Portland?
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) nationally is $74,990 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.
Film weddings in Portland.
Send your resume and portfolio and we will be in touch.