Portrait Photographer

Visual Image Photography, Inc.; Aurora (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a renowned photography company as a school and sports portrait photographer, capturing unforgettable moments for families and schools. Enjoy a flexible schedule, competitive pay, and opportunities for growth while working in a supportive, team-oriented environment. Ideal for creative individuals passionate about photography.

Benefits

Flexible schedule

Paid travel time and mileage reimbursement

Opportunities for leadership roles

Ongoing learning and improvement

Qualifications

• Exceptional judgment and intuition in capturing the best photos.
• Strong interpersonal skills to make clients feel comfortable.
• Willingness to learn, adapt, and improve your skills continuously.

Responsibilities

• Capture school and sports portraits throughout the year.
• Interact with clients to ensure enjoyable photo sessions.
• Collaborate with lead photographers for skill development.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Discernment

Tenacity

Teachability

Job description

Are you a creative individual with a knack for capturing unforgettable moments? Join our team and make a meaningful impact as a school and sports portrait photographer!

What You'll Do:

• Capture Moments: Take school portraits, and sports team and individual portraits throughout the school year.
• Create Memories: Help families and individuals preserve joyful memories with your photography skills.
• Earn Competitive Pay: Start with compensation at $17-20/hour, with opportunities for increases based on your skills and proficiency.
• Work Flexibility: Benefit from a flexible schedule that accommodates various time frames.

A Day in the Life:

• Travel: Drive to various photography assignments across the Chicago and Milwaukee region, with paid travel time and mileage reimbursement.
• Client Interaction: Be the friendly face of VIP, ensuring every photo session is enjoyable and memorable for clients.
• Skill Development: Collaborate with lead photographers to advance your skills, with potential for leadership roles. Take advantage of opportunities for ongoing learning and improvement.

Work Schedule:

• Seasonal: Enjoy seasonal work throughout the year, with opportunities for overtime in August and September.
• Weekend Availability: Expect to work approximately 12+ Saturdays per year, with occasional Sundays as well.
• Flexible Hours: Work schedule ranges from early mornings to evenings.
• Seasonal Availability:Portrait photography training begins in late July. Photograph from the beginning of August through mid-December. Overtime hours available in August and September.

About Visual Image Photography:

Founded in 1978 by Tom Hayes, Visual Image Photography (VIP) has a long-standing tradition of excellence. Since 2015, Courtney Hayes has continued this legacy, making VIP a family business for over 40 years. At VIP, we foster a team-oriented culture that values growth, creativity, and a fun work environment.

Key Qualities We're Looking For:

• Discernment: Exceptional judgment and intuition in capturing the best photos.
• Communication: Strong interpersonal skills to make clients feel comfortable and clearly convey instructions and feedback.
• Tenacity: Dedication to completing tasks, overcoming challenges, and meeting deadlines.
• Teamwork: Ability to work collaboratively with other photographers and team members.
• Teachability: Willingness to learn, adapt, and continuously improve your skills.

Join us at VIP and be part of a team that values your dedication, ability to work well with others, and commitment to capturing beautiful moments. Apply now and help us create lasting memories for our clients!