Luxury Portrait Studio Photographer

Mallory Portraits; Portsmouth (NH); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Mallory Portraits is seeking a talented, personable photographer to create authentic portraits and deliver an outstanding client experience in our luxury studio in Portsmouth, NH. The ideal candidate will direct clients of all ages—and pets—while maintaining a relaxed, fun environment that yields heirloom-quality artwork.

You will guide posing, build rapport with clients, and ensure every session runs smoothly in a fast-paced studio setting.

Qualifications

• Excellent people and communication skills with a warm, engaging personality.
• Strong artistic eye for composition, lighting, and posing.
• Experience photographing people; experience with pets is a plus.
• Outstanding time management and organizational skills.
• Professional, polished appearance and demeanor.
• Ability to remain calm, confident, and positive in a fast-paced environment.
• Knowledge of studio lighting is preferred.
• Comfortable directing groups, children, and pets to achieve beautiful portraits.
• Weekend availability is required.
• Participation with in studio content creation is required.

Responsibilities

• Photograph families, children, pets, and individuals in a luxury portrait studio setting.
• Guide and pose clients naturally to create flattering, emotive portraits.
• Build genuine rapport with clients and create a fun, welcoming and comfortable atmosphere.
• Work efficiently while maintaining exceptional attention to detail and image quality.
• Collaborate with the studio team to ensure every session runs smoothly and on schedule.
• Prepare studio equipment and maintain a clean, organized shooting environment.
• Deliver a polished, professional experience and artwork that reflects our luxury brand.

Skills

People skills

Communication

Artistic eye

Directing clients

Time management

Calm under pressure

Pet photography

Studio lighting

Tools

Studio lighting

Job description

About Us

We are a luxury portrait studio dedicated to creating timeless artwork for our clients. Our experience is centered around exceptional customer service, beautiful imagery, and meaningful connections. Every session is designed to be memorable, relaxed, and fun while producing heirloom-quality portraits our clients will treasure for generations.

Position Overview

We're looking for a talented, personable photographer who is passionate about creating authentic portraits and delivering an outstanding client experience. The ideal candidate has a strong artistic eye, excels at directing and posing clients of all ages (including pets), and is confident working in a fast-paced, client-focused studio environment.

Responsibilities

• Photograph families, children, pets, and individuals in a luxury portrait studio setting.
• Guide and pose clients naturally to create flattering, emotive portraits.
• Build genuine rapport with clients and create a fun, welcoming and comfortable atmosphere.
• Work efficiently while maintaining exceptional attention to detail and image quality.
• Collaborate with the studio team to ensure every session runs smoothly and on schedule.
• Prepare studio equipment and maintain a clean, organized shooting environment.
• Deliver a polished, professional experience and artwork that reflects our luxury brand.

Qualifications

• Excellent people and communication skills with a warm, engaging personality.
• Strong artistic eye for composition, lighting, and posing.
• Experience photographing people; experience with pets is a plus.
• Outstanding time management and organizational skills.
• Professional, polished appearance and demeanor.
• Ability to remain calm, confident, and positive in a fast-paced environment.
• Knowledge of studio lighting is preferred.
• Comfortable directing groups, children, and pets to achieve beautiful portraits.
• Weekend availability is required.
• Participation with in studio content creation is required.

What We're Looking For

The right candidate is more than a skilled photographer--they're someone who genuinely enjoys connecting with people, has patience and confidence working with children and animals, and understands that an exceptional client experience is just as important as creating stunning images.

If you're passionate about portrait photography, thrive in a customer-focused environment, and love creating meaningful memories for families, we'd love to hear from you.