Secondary Wedding Photographer (Associate) - Austin, TX

Candid Studios Photography & Videography; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training reimbursement

Conference attendance

Job summary

Candid Studios Photography & Videography in Austin, TX is seeking a Secondary Wedding Photographer (Associate) on a 1099 independent contractor basis. You will support lead photographers with multi-angle coverage, detail shots, and candid guest moments.

Completion of education courses and exams advances you toward promotion to primary photographer. Training reimbursement is provided, and opportunities to travel within the Austin metro and surrounding regions are available.

Qualifications

• 1099 independent contractor role, not W-2 employment.
• Must provide own professional photography gear.
• Training reimbursement and attendance at industry conferences.

Responsibilities

• Assist lead photographers with multi-angle coverage, details, and guest candids.
• Cover weddings, engagements, and corporate events across the Austin area.
• Travel within the region; destination work available for motivated team members.

Job description

Secondary Wedding Photographer (Associate) Jobs in Austin, TX

1099 independent contractor secondary photographer role with Candid Studios - a foot-in-the-door associate tier for rising shooters. Support lead photographers with multi-angle coverage, details, and guest candids. Gear required (body + lenses). Complete Education courses and exams to promote to primary photographer. Training reimbursement available.

• 1099 independent contractor positions, not W-2 employment
• Training reimbursement + paid industry conference attendance
• Contractors provide their own professional gear, including backup bodies and redundant media
• Clear career ladder for photographers, videographers, editors, and producers

This role covers weddings, engagement sessions, and corporate events across the Austin, TX area and surrounding metro. Travel within the region is expected; destination work is available for team members who want it.