Freelance Photographer

Whole Mind Psychological Services; San Jose (CA); Hybrid; USD 15,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Real-world experience

Networking opportunities

Potential referrals and future projects

Job summary

Whole Mind Psychological Services is seeking a Social Media Photographer & Videographer Intern based in the Bay Area. This position offers hands-on experience in creating engaging social media content through photography and videography across multiple industries.

The ideal candidate is a student or emerging freelancer with an existing portfolio, comfortable using both iPhone and Canon cameras, and available for approximately one day per month for content shoots. This is a fantastic opportunity to build a dynamic portfolio while collaborating with various brands.

Qualifications

• Existing portfolio showcasing photography and/or videography work.
• Comfortable shooting with iPhone and Canon cameras.
• Reliable transportation within the Bay Area.

Responsibilities

• Capture high-quality photo and video content.
• Film Instagram Reels and TikTok-style content.
• Assist with creative direction and shot planning.

Skills

Photography

Videography

Social Media Management

Content Creation

Education

Student or recent graduate in relevant field

Tools

iPhone

Canon Cameras

CapCut

Adobe Premiere Pro

Job description

Social Media Photographer & Videographer Intern (Bay Area)

Are you passionate about content creation, photography, videography, and storytelling through social media?

We’re seeking a creative, reliable, and motivated Photographer & Videographer Intern to support content creation for a variety of growing brands across the Bay Area. This is an excellent opportunity for a student, recent graduate, aspiring content creator, or freelancer looking to build their portfolio while gaining hands‑on experience across multiple industries.

About the Opportunity

You’ll work directly with an established entrepreneur, media brand, and educational consulting business to capture engaging social media content for a variety of projects that may include:

• Educational and psychology‑focused brands
• Hospitality and restaurant partnerships
• Lifestyle and wellness content
• Fashion and personal branding
• Networking and business events
• Community and public events

Content shoots will take place in various lifestyle settings, including:

• Coffee shops and cafés
• Restaurants and hospitality venues
• Outdoor locations throughout the Bay Area
• Professional networking events
• Local attractions and destination settings

Responsibilities

• Capture high‑quality photo and video content using:
  • iPhone 16 Pro
• Film Instagram Reels, Stories, TikTok‑style content, and behind‑the‑scenes footage
• Take lifestyle, branding, event, and promotional photography
• Assist with creative direction and shot planning
• Provide ideas for content trends, angles, transitions, and storytelling
• Help set up and utilize lighting equipment, microphones, tripods, and accessories when needed
• Organize and deliver raw content files promptly after shoots

Ideal Candidate

• Student, intern, aspiring content creator, or emerging freelancer
• Has an existing portfolio showcasing photography and/or videography work
• Comfortable shooting on both iPhone and Canon cameras
• Familiar with social media platforms and current content trends
• Creative, collaborative, and detail‑oriented
• Comfortable directing simple poses and capturing candid moments
• Reliable transportation within the Bay Area
• Available approximately one day per month for content shoots, with potential for additional opportunities

Preferred Skills

• Experience with Instagram Reels, TikTok, and short‑form video content
• Basic editing knowledge (CapCut, Final Cut Pro, Adobe Premiere Pro, Lightroom, etc.)
• Understanding of lighting, composition, and visual storytelling
• Interest in entrepreneurship, marketing, branding, fashion, hospitality, travel, or education

What You’ll Gain

• Real‑world experience creating content across multiple industries
• Opportunity to build a diverse professional portfolio
• Networking opportunities with business owners, entrepreneurs, educators, influencers, and hospitality partners
• Creative collaboration and mentorship
• Professional portfolio credits and content usage permissions where applicable
• Potential referrals and opportunities to promote your own photography/videography business
• Opportunity for ongoing paid collaborations as projects grow

Location

Bay Area, California (various locations)

To Apply

• Resume (optional)
• Portfolio, website, Instagram, TikTok, or examples of your work
• A brief introduction about yourself and why you’re interested in this opportunity

We’re looking for someone who is creative, professional, eager to learn, and excited to grow alongside a dynamic portfolio of brands and projects.