Professional Photographer/Videographer

**MUST BE LOCAL TO JACKSONVILLE AREA**

Photographer:

Candid Studios Photography & Videography is seeking a highly skilled and creative Professional Photographer to join our team. As a photographer, you will be responsible for capturing and delivering extremely highly creative, visual quality images that exceed our clients' expectations. We are looking for someone who is an expert in technical expertise and creativity to produce exceptional photos. If you are a self-motivated, detail-oriented professional with a passion for photography and outstanding communication skills, we would like to encourage you to apply. This is a highly competitive position, as we only look to work with the best photographers in the region.

Videographer:

Candid Studios Photography & Videography is seeking a highly skilled and creative Professional Videographer to join our team. As a videographer, you will be responsible for capturing and delivering extremely highly creative, visual quality images that exceed our clients' expectations. We are looking for someone with the technical expertise and creativity to produce exceptional photos. If you are a self-motivated, detail-oriented professional with a passion for videography and excellent communication skills, we encourage you to apply. This is a highly competitive position, as we only look to work with the best videographers in the region.

Company Description:

Candid Studios is a multiple award-winning photography and videography company located throughout the United States. With a team of talented professionals, we specialize in capturing the essence of special moments and transforming them into timeless memories. Our expertise lies primarily in wedding photography and wedding videography. We also offer event photography, portrait sessions, commercial photography, and videography services. Whether our clients are getting married, hosting a corporate event, or seeking stunning portraits, we deliver exceptional quality and creativity to exceed their expectations. We average over 5 events a week! We have quadrupled in size over the past year, and we are looking to add additional professional videographers and photographers to our team! We are a quickly growing media company. There is absolutely no marketing, client management, or editing required. Our company will take care of that. You just choose what events you want to work on, show up, and shoot. Please visit https://www.candidstudios.net/careers to take a look at our available career positions. We will be reaching out directly to each candidate to schedule interviews.

PLEASE DO NOT APPLY IF YOU DO NOT MEET ALL OF THE REQUIREMENTS NEEDED FOR THIS POSITION

Videography Requirements:

• Must have 1, 4K 60p DSLR cameras
• Must have an additional 1 - 2 , 4K DSLR cameras
• Must have tripods and gimbals
• Must have professional handheld recorders and lav microphones for audio recording.
• Creative eye for images, extensive knowledge of the depth of field, foreground usage, and camera mechanics
• Extensive knowledge of aperture and lighting mechanics
• Reliable transportation
• At least 3 Prior Weddings as primary shooter experience is required
• The ability to fill in as a photographer is heavily preferred
• High-Speed Internet with ethernet connection
• Part-107 remote pilot certification is preferred

PLEASE DO NOT APPLY IF YOU DO NOT MEET ALL OF THE REQUIREMENTS NEEDED FOR THIS POSITION

Photography Requirements:

• Must have at least a 30MP DSLR camera
• Creative eye for images, broad understanding of off-camera flash, knowledge of depth of field and foreground usage.
• Extensive knowledge of aperture and lighting mechanics
• Reliable transportation
• MUST BE PROFICIENT WITH OFF CAMERA FLASH
• At least 3 prior weddings as primary shooter experience is required
• The ability to fill-in and work as a videographer is heavily preferred
• High-Speed Internet with at least 1Gbps and ethernet connection

Responsibilities:

• Follow and remember instructions on how to shoot the shots the client/director needs
• Read a shot list and mood board to determine what kind of shots are needed
• Must be extremely responsible, motivated, personable, and reliable
• Be a creative artist who can make recommendations and propose new ideas
• Must be extremely motivated and professional to improve our services
• Must be well-organized in prepared

Salary:

• $80 - 120/hr 0.63/mile travel fee & tips

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
• Travel reimbursement

Experience:

• Wedding Photography: 1 year and at least 3 weddings (Required)

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Candid Studios Photography & Videography does not discriminate, prohibits discrimination and/or harassment against any employee or job applicant based on race, color, religion, gender, gender expression, sex, sexual orientation, age, marital status, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, military status, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws, in the process of hiring, retention, or the promotion of the employee.

Job Types: Part-time, Internship, Contract

Pay: $80.00 - $240.00 per hour

Expected hours: 10 – 40 per week

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule

Compensation Package:

• 1099 contract
• Bonus opportunities
• Hourly pay
• Paid per project
• Supplemental income
• Tips

Schedule:

• Choose your own hours
• Weekends as needed

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Application Question(s):

• How many weddings have you been lead photographer for?
• How many weddings have you been lead videographer for?
• Are you proficient with off-camera flash?
• Please list all relevant camera, video, audio, and/or lighting equipment you use.
• Please list a link to your portfolio.

Experience:

• Filming: 1 year (Preferred)

Willingness to travel:

• 50% (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $80 - $120