Freelance Photo Assistant: Studio Lighting & On-Set Support

Weissman; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Part time

Job summary

Weissman, based in St. Louis, Missouri, seeks a Freelance Photo Assistant to support our photography team during on-figure and off-figure shoots. Typical hours are 8:30 a.m.

to 5:00 p.m., with projects on an as-needed basis. The ideal candidate has studio experience, solid camera and lighting knowledge, and a collaborative, can-do attitude to help bring our products to life. The role requires hands-on support for photographers, coordination with clients and the creative team, and the ability to

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred in Photography or related field.
• Prior photo assisting experience in a studio or commercial setting.
• Strong knowledge of Canon cameras and lighting techniques.

Responsibilities

• Support photographers on set with lighting adjustments and equipment handling.
• Assist with load-in/load-out and troubleshoot gear during shoots.
• Apply photography and lighting knowledge to enhance image quality.
• Communicate effectively with photographers, art directors, and clients on set.
• Operate Capture One on Mac and manage image flow as needed.
• Provide occasional Digitech assistance during shoots.
• Ensure safe handling and setup of lighting equipment.
• Stay current with new photography tools and best practices.
• Maintain professional interactions with models, including children ages 3–16.

Skills

Photography

Studio lighting

Canon cameras

Capture One

On-set communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Photography or related field

Tools

Canon R5

5D Mark IV

Capture One

Einstein lighting systems

Job description

Weissman, based in St. Louis, Missouri, seeks a Freelance Photo Assistant to support our photography team during on-figure and off-figure shoots. Typical hours are 8:30 a.m.

to 5:00 p.m., with projects on an as-needed basis. The ideal candidate has studio experience, solid camera and lighting knowledge, and a collaborative, can-do attitude to help bring our products to life. The role requires hands-on support for photographers, coordination with clients and the creative team, and the ability to