What are the responsibilities and job description for the Wedding Photographer Assistant position at Orca Creative Team?
Company Overview: Orca Creative Team is a diverse network of wedding photographers and videographers in Philadelphia. Our team of freelancers captures weddings, engagements and elopements for couples across the Philadelphia area and the state of Pennsylvania. We're creatives with a passion for photography, video production, filmmaking, and storytelling. We'd love to tell you more about our team! Orca Creative Team is one of the largest and highest-rated wedding photo and video studios in the country! Visit our website at orcacreatives.com to learn more!
FREELANCE ASSSISTANT PHOTOGRAPHER IN PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA.
Are you passionate about capturing unforgettable moments and eager to break into the wedding photography world? We're offering an exciting assistant opportunity to get hands-on experience while building your portfolio and skill set. This is the perfect chance for photographers in the Philadelphia area who want to make their mark in the wedding industry.
Main Responsibilities as a Freelance Photographer Assistant:
- Record weddings throughout the Philadelphia area and the state of Pennsylvania.
- Provide outstanding customer service to engaged couples.
- Document weddings with a photojournalistic approach to photography.
- Manage your availability calendar so you can accept freelance photography assignments.
- Deliver high-quality video footage.
- Act as a freelancer, and independent contractor, to represent the Orca Creative Team.
Freelance Assistant Photographer Requirements:
- Experience as an event photographer with at least three (3) events.
- Preferable experience as a wedding photographer with at least one (1) wedding.
- Seasoned photographer with understanding of camera equipment
Equipment Requirement to be a Freelance Wedding Photographer:
- One (1) Cameras with Dual Memory Card Slots
- Variety of Prime and Zoom Lens with f/2.8 or lower covering multiple focal ranges
- Multiple battery and SD cards.
Benefits:
- Learn from the best and develop the skills to eventually become a Lead Photographer at future weddings.
- Build relationships with our experienced Lead Photographer and Videographer.
- You decide when to accept new freelance photographer assignments.
- Competitive pay and generous bonuses.
- NO culling.
- NO editing.
- Weekly mentoring and coaching sessions.
Application Process: To apply, please submit your resume and portfolio detailing your experience, qualifications, and why you’re passionate about joining our team. We are especially interested in learning more about why you love weddings!
We look forward to reviewing your application, kickstarting the interview process and potentially welcoming you to our team!
Job Type: Contract
Pay: From $1,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
- Professional development assistance
Schedule:
- Weekends as needed
Application Question(s):
- What makes you the best candidate for this position?
- Please provide a link to a FULL portfolio. (Application will only be considered when this section is filled)
Experience:
- Wedding: 1 year (Preferred)
- Videography: 3 years (Required)
Willingness to travel:
- 75% (Required)
Work Location: On the road
Salary : $1,000
