Full-Time Studio Assistant Photographer & Photo Editor

Read Photography; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Read Photography is seeking an Assistant Photographer & Photo Editor for a full-time on-site role in Cedar Rapids, IA. You will support photographers during shoots, assist with lighting, and work as a secondary photographer on larger jobs while potentially progressing to a primary photographer for site and studio work.

You’ll manage equipment, process and color-correct photos, and handle packaging of orders, ensuring a positive client experience in both studio and on-location settings.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Strong communication to engage with clients and team.
• Dependability, organization, and proactive problem-solving.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Experience in photography or related field is a plus.
• Experience with Adobe Photoshop and Lightroom preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support photographers during shoots and assist with lighting setup.
• Act as a secondary photographer on larger jobs.
• Possibly lead as primary photographer for location and studio shoots.
• Manage equipment and process/color correct photos.
• Package photo orders and ensure a positive client experience.

Skills

Strong communication

Dependability

Organization

Proactive problem-solving

Attention to detail

Adaptability

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Adobe Photoshop

Lightroom

Job description

Read Photography is seeking an Assistant Photographer & Photo Editor for a full-time on-site role in Cedar Rapids, IA. You will support photographers during shoots, assist with lighting, and work as a secondary photographer on larger jobs while potentially progressing to a primary photographer for site and studio work.

You’ll manage equipment, process and color-correct photos, and handle packaging of orders, ensuring a positive client experience in both studio and on-location settings.