Freelance Photographer

Lakeshore Photography is currently seeking a photographer in the Southern Michigan region who is passionate about capturing smiles that last a lifetime! Get paid to travel and see new places while you work! Capturing school portraits is a fun and fast-paced position that is perfect for freelance photographers, photography hobbyists, or anyone eager to learn a new skillset. While photography experience is ideal, we will train an applicant with a reliable, organized, and fantastic personality! We offer competitive hourly pay (travel time included), paid training, and provide all the photo and studio equipment required. This position is for a secondary photographer that will work alongside our veteran photographer at locations that require two photographers. This will be a need for approximately 5 dates during the season and these dates will be provided to you in advance for planning accordingly.

Qualifications:

Live/home base in the Southern Michigan region Valid driver's license with reliable insured vehicle Willingness to travel 25-125 miles (up to approximately 2 hours one way) Availability for approximately 5 school portrait dates between mid-August through October. Experience with DSLR camera/lenses/lighting preferred but not required Basic technology and computer skills preferred Experience and comfort working with children of varying ages Professional appearance and strong communication/customer service skills Ability to lift/carry, setup and operate professional photography equipment Ability to stand for several hours while photographing and manage a fast-paced timeline Excellent time management and reliability

Responsibilities:

Efficiently self-manage your time/travel Arrive to photo locations reliably and on time (early mornings required) Communicate effectively with team members as well as school administration, staff, and students of varying ages Confidently provide verbal posing instruction, guidance, and general grooming assistance to portrait subjects Maintain a positive, professional, energetic attitude Photograph quality portraits of school students and staff using company provided equipment (Nikon)

Compensation:

Pay will ranges $25-30 per hour (travel to/from assignment location is included in hourly compensation) and will be determined based upon experience

Please Note:

This is a 1099 seasonal position. No weekends required. Offer of employment contingent upon background clearance. Interested and qualified applicants may apply with a Resume and Cover Letter to: office@LakeshoreSchoolPhotography.com