Brand Photographer

WorkPlay Branding; Seattle (WA); Hybrid; USD 48,216 - 59,236; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Access to ongoing paid brand shoot opportunities

Build your portfolio

Choose your availability

Job summary

WorkPlay Branding is seeking talented creators to join their certified creator team in the Seattle area. As a creator, your role will include capturing elevated brand-aligned content through photography and videography for various projects and campaigns.

The ideal candidate will possess strong creative skills and professional communication abilities. This is an independent contractor role offering $35–$43/hour, with optional travel shoots available.

Qualifications

• Experience in brand photography and videography is preferred.
• Knowledge of shooting high-quality content for social media.
• Experience in managing client relationships is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Capture clean, elevated, brand-aligned content.
• Follow creative direction and shot lists.
• Communicate professionally with clients and the WorkPlay team.
• Stay organized and responsive.

Skills

Strong creative eye

Ability to follow direction

Professional communication skills

Ability to create content that aligns with the WorkPlay standard

Tools

Canon/Sony cameras

DJI Osmo

Job description

Contract Role | $35–$43/hour | Local + Optional Travel Shoots

Apply to become a WorkPlay Certified Creator: www.workplaycreators.com

Role Overview

WorkPlay is looking for talented creators to join our certified creator team.

Scope of Work

Creators who can confidently capture one or more of the following:

• Brand Photography – Capture clean, elevated, brand‑aligned imagery for founders, teams, websites, launches, lifestyle campaigns, and social media.
• Brand Videography – Capture polished brand footage, founder b‑roll, speaker reels, launch assets, course content, and high‑quality marketing videos.
• Event Videography – Capture live events, speaking moments, panels, audience reactions, behind‑the‑scenes moments, and fast‑moving brand experiences.
• Organic iPhone Content Creation – Capture natural, social‑first content that feels native to Instagram, TikTok, Reels, Stories, and behind‑the‑scenes campaigns.

Creators with equipment such as Canon, Sony, DJI Osmo, or similar cameras are preferred, but not required.

Key Terms

Pay: $35–$43/hour for paid shoot time

Role Type: Independent contractor / supplemental freelance work

Availability: At least 4 open days per month preferred

Job Location: Major cities across the U.S., Canada, Australia, and Europe

Travel: Optional travel shoot opportunities may be available

Responsibilities

• Capture clean, elevated, brand‑aligned content.
• Follow creative direction and shot lists.
• Communicate professionally with clients and the WorkPlay team.
• Guide clients confidently during shoots.
• Stay organized and responsive.
• Upload content on time through the WorkPlay platform.
• Represent the WorkPlay standard on every shoot.

What WorkPlay Certified Creators Do Not Have to Do

• Find the client.
• Sell the client.
• Plan the full shoot from the ground up.
• Create the campaign strategy alone.
• Manage the full client relationship.
• Sort final selects.
• Edit the final gallery.
• Handle full post‑production.
• Chase the client for payment.
• Manage scattered communication across texts, emails, and DMs.

Required Qualifications and Skills

• Strong creative eye.
• Ability to follow direction.
• Professional communication skills.
• Ability to create content that aligns with the WorkPlay standard.

Certification Process

Before taking on paid WorkPlay shoots, creators must complete the WorkPlay certification process: application, interview, skills test, and shadow shoots.

Why Join WorkPlay

• Access to ongoing paid brand shoot opportunities.
• Fill gaps in your freelance calendar.
• Build your portfolio with new brands, industries, and campaign types.
• Choose your availability.
• Stay focused on creating while WorkPlay handles the backend.
• Be considered for local shoots and optional travel opportunities.

Apply to become a WorkPlay Certified Creator: www.workplaycreators.com