Newborn Portrait Photographer

2 months ago


Tyler, Texas, United States Bella Baby Photography Full time
Position Overview

Location: Tyler, Texas

Role Summary: We are looking for part-time photographers to operate in healthcare environments, focusing on capturing precious moments of newborns and their families.

About Us:

We are a diverse group of passionate photographers, including small business owners, students, and individuals from various backgrounds, all dedicated to producing stunning newborn images.

Ideal Candidate:

You are a creative and self-driven individual who thrives on problem-solving and is eager to develop your skills. You enjoy collaborating with others, sharing insights, and uplifting your colleagues.

A successful Bella Baby Photographer possesses excellent time management abilities and a patient demeanor, understanding that newborns may not always cooperate.

Daily Responsibilities:

  • Conduct brief photography sessions, expertly handling and positioning newborns.
  • Edit images on-site to ensure quality.
  • Present photography packages, explain products, and process orders.

Why Choose Bella Baby Photography?

  • Competitive commission-based earnings: $10-$50 per hour, plus bonuses and tips.
  • Onboarding bonus of $250 and opportunities for quarterly bonuses.
  • Eligibility for 401k benefits.
  • Collaborative environment with fellow photographers.
  • Discounts on travel and entertainment.
  • Enhanced holiday pay.
  • Reimbursement for photography equipment.
  • Benefits based on seniority, including paid time off and weekends off.
  • Ongoing paid professional development and regular career advancement discussions.

Qualifications:

  • Comfortable with handling and soothing newborns.
  • Experience with commission-based compensation is advantageous.
  • Proficient in editing software such as Lightroom.
  • Able to work independently with strong organizational skills.
  • Willingness to work on various holidays throughout the year.
  • Reliable transportation is essential.
  • Capability to lift equipment (up to 20 lbs) and engage in moderate physical activity.
  • Photography experience is preferred, with knowledge of manual settings being a plus.

Required Equipment:

  • DSLR or mirrorless camera (minimum 18 megapixels).
  • Portrait lens with a fixed aperture (e.g., F1.8 or F2.8).
  • A laptop that can run Lightroom (no tablets or desktops).
  • External flash may be necessary depending on the location.

Work Schedule:

  • Start time at 9 am; end time varies based on workload.
  • 2-3 days of work per week.
  • One weekend day required weekly.

Portfolio Submission:

Please include a link to your online portfolio or attach samples of your natural light portrait photography with your application.

Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check and drug screening.