Professional Photographer - Visual Storyteller

Obsidian; New York (NY); On-site; USD 6,819,120 - 9,712,080; Part time

Job summary

Obsidian is seeking a resourceful photography/videography powerhouse based in New York, NY. The ideal candidate will produce high-quality photos and videos efficiently, thriving in fast-paced environments.

Responsibilities include capturing images and videos adhering to provided guidelines, with compensation based on task completion. This role requires a strong portfolio, professional camera equipment, and proficiency with editing software.

If you are a self-starter excited to deliver fresh visual ideas, we welcome your application!

Qualifications

• 2+ years of professional photography experience.
• Strong photo/video portfolio demonstrating high-quality visual storytelling.
• Access to professional camera equipment (DSLR or equivalent; no phone-only setups).
• Proficiency with standard editing software (Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro, CapCut).
• Able to work independently, efficiently, and under tight deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Shoot 10 input images of people, objects, or backgrounds.
• Shoot 1 output image and 1 output video that show all inputs together in the same frame.
• Ensure all produced content is high quality and aligns with provided guidelines.

Skills

Photography

Videography

Editing Software (Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro, CapCut)

Problem-solving

Tools

Professional camera equipment (DSLR or equivalent)

Job description

About the Role

We’re seeking a resourceful, one-person photography/videography powerhouse who can work efficiently and produce high-quality photos and video content on demand. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in fast-paced environments, knows how to maximize their resources, and can deliver polished results without overcomplicating the process.

What you’ll do

• Shoot 10 input images of people, objects, or backgrounds
• Shoot 1 output image and 1 output video that show all inputs together in the same frame
• Ensure all produced content is high quality and aligns with provided guidelines

Qualifications

• 2+ years of professional photography experience
• Strong photo/video portfolio demonstrating high-quality visual storytelling
• Access to professional camera equipment (DSLR or equivalent; no phone-only setups)
• Proficiency with standard editing software (Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro, CapCut)
• Able to work independently, efficiently, and under tight deadlines
• Creative, adaptable problem-solver who thrives in dynamic environments
• Self-starter with a passion for creating and experimenting with new visual ideas

Ideal Candidate

• A self-starter who loves to create.
• Light on their feet, with the ability to produce high-quality work in short timeframes.
• Excited to experiment, innovate, and deliver fresh visual ideas.

Compensation

• Successful completion of one task will earn $120 per task.
• The task is expected to take about 2 hours, making the effective rate approximately $60/hour, but compensation is based on task completion rather than hours worked.
• This is a per-task payment, not an hourly payment.