Portrait Photographer

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

Job summary

Join Visual Image Photography, a team-oriented company, as a school and sports portrait photographer. This seasonal position allows you to capture memorable moments while enjoying flexibility in your work schedule. With opportunities for skill development and competitive pay, you will make a difference in the lives of families and individuals through photography.

Benefits

Paid travel time and mileage reimbursement

Opportunities for overtime during peak seasons

Flexible schedule accommodating various time frames

Qualifications

• Exceptional judgment in capturing the best photos.
• Strong interpersonal skills to ensure client comfort.
• Dedication to overcoming challenges and meeting deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Capture school and sports portraits throughout the year.
• Interact with clients to ensure enjoyable photo sessions.
• Travel to photography assignments with paid travel time.

Skills

Discernment

Communication

Tenacity

Teamwork

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!