A Photographer uses digital cameras to take photographs for news organizations, commercial or individual clients. May specialize in photographing people, places and landscapes, or objects. Uses software for processing and editing photographs, and may also use traditional film cameras and film processing. Creates portfolios of work to exhibit or sell.
Club Sports Media Representative Picture Pros Photography - 1.5 Columbus, OH Job Details Part-time | Contract $375 - $1,850 a week 17 hours ago Benefits Opportunities for advancement Flexible schedule Referral program Qualifications Computer operation Customer communication Outdoor work experience Computer literacy Driver's License Driving Computer skills Retail sales
Full Job Description Pay:
$375-$1,850 per week
Location:
Columbus, OH / Sports complexes throughout Ohio and nearby regions.
Job Type:
Independent Contractor Schedule:
Primarily Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays About Picture Pros Picture Pros Photography photographs youth athletes at tournaments across the country while creating a positive experience for players, coaches, and families. We're expanding our Ohio recruiting area and looking for dependable, energetic people who enjoy photography, youth sports, travel, and working with customers. This role combines photography, customer service, sales, travel, and event operations . Success comes from taking quality photographs, communicating confidently with athletes and families, staying organized during busy tournaments, and helping customers choose photo products they'll enjoy for years to come. Photography or sales experience is helpful, but reliability, communication, coachability, and a strong work ethic are equally important. Compensation This is a performance-based 1099 independent contractor opportunity and is not a traditional hourly position. For qualifying full events, contractors receive either their earned commission or an applicable minimum event protection amount of $375, whichever is greater , subject to company policies and event requirements. Compensation can increase with photography production, customer engagement, sales performance, and assigned event responsibilities. Actual earnings vary based on event size, responsibilities, production, sales results, and individual performance. Complete compensation details, commission structure, payment procedures, event protection policies, and performance expectations are reviewed with qualified candidates before they accept their first event assignment. What You'll Do Responsibilities may include : Photograph youth sports teams and individual athletes Organize players and coaches for team photos Work efficiently within tournament schedules Deliver a friendly and professional customer experience Explain photo products and ordering options Assist parents and families with purchases Distribute ordering information and photo proofs Track assigned teams and event progress Assist with photography equipment and event materials Help with event setup and breakdown Communicate with the Event Manager throughout the assignment Support general event operations as needed This is not a photography-only position. Team members are expected to contribute to photography, customer interaction, sales, organization, and overall event execution. What We're Looking For We're looking for people who: Enjoy sports and working with people Communicate confidently with customers Are dependable and punctual Stay organized in fast-paced environments Accept coaching and continuously improve Work well as part of a team Maintain a positive and professional attitude Are comfortable approaching and speaking with customers Can stay productive during long tournament days Communicate quickly when schedules or circumstances change Photography experience is helpful, but reliability, communication skills, sales comfort, and work ethic are what set our strongest team members apart.
Requirements Applicants must:
Be at least 18 years old Have a current valid driver's license Have a DSLR or mirrorless camera Have reliable transportation Be able to reach designated meeting or departure locations Have regular Friday, Saturday, and Sunday availability Be comfortable with overnight and multi-day travel Have strong communication skills Be confident interacting with parents and customers Be able to stand and walk for extended periods Be able to lift and carry photography and event equipment Have basic computer and smartphone skills Maintain professional appearance and communication Be willing to work outdoors in varying weather conditions Preferred Experience Experience in any of the following is helpful: Photography Sports photography Portrait photography Customer service Retail Hospitality Sales Event staffing Coaching Youth sports Marketing or promotions Previous professional photography experience is not required for every applicant . Schedule and Travel This is a traveling weekend opportunity . Most assignments take place on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays .
Assignments may include:
Friday travel Thursday departures for some events Early-morning departures Full-day tournaments Outdoor venues Local and regional driving Overnight travel Multi-day tournaments Hotel stays Longer-distance assignments when scheduled Some tournaments may require departure earlier than Friday or a later return depending on the event schedule and travel distance. Applicants should have a schedule that allows for regular weekend travel and overnight assignments . We communicate exact event and travel details before an assignment is accepted. The Work Environment Youth sports tournaments are active, fast-paced, and sometimes physically demanding.
Applicants should be prepared for:
Early mornings Long event days Significant walking and standing Outdoor weather conditions Busy tournament environments Large groups of athletes and families Carrying photography and event equipment Changing tournament schedules Customer-facing sales conversations Working closely with an event team for multiple days Some parts of an event move extremely quickly. Other parts require patience, organization, and attention to detail. Photography Responsibilities Successful photographers must be willing to: Follow Picture Pros photography standards Organize teams and athletes efficiently Communicate clearly with coaches and players Work within limited tournament timeframes Capture sharp and properly framed images Accept photography coaching and feedback Protect photography equipment Follow required image-handling and upload procedures Owning a DSLR or mirrorless camera is required for this listing. Sales and Customer Interaction Sales and customer communication are an important part of this opportunity. Team members interact directly with parents and families to explain our photo products and assist customers with purchases. You do not need previous professional sales experience, but you must be willing to: Approach customers Start conversations Explain photo products clearly Answer customer questions Help families complete purchases Handle rejection professionally Remain positive and energetic Receive coaching on customer interaction and performance Applicants who only want to take photographs and are unwilling to participate in customer interaction or sales will not be a strong fit. Growth Opportunities High-performing team members may have opportunities to advance into roles such as: Senior Photographer Sales Representative Event Lead Event Manager Training Support Office Operations Regional Leadership Advancement is based on performance, reliability, communication, leadership, and consistency . This May Be a
Great Fit If:
You enjoy youth sports You enjoy photography You're comfortable talking to new people You're interested in developing sales skills You enjoy traveling You can regularly work Friday through Sunday You're comfortable being away from home for multiple days You perform well in fast-paced environments You're motivated by performance-based earning potential You want opportunities to take on greater responsibility This Is Probably Not a Good Fit If You are only available for a few hours on Saturday You cannot travel overnight You do not want to interact with customers You are uncomfortable participating in sales You only want to take photographs You need every weekend to follow the same schedule You regularly cancel commitments at the last minute You are uncomfortable working outdoors You are looking for a traditional guaranteed hourly position We would rather be transparent about the travel, customer interaction, sales responsibilities, and performance expectations before you apply. Apply Today If you're looking for an opportunity to combine photography, youth sports, travel, customer interaction, and performance-based earnings , we'd like to hear from you. Qualified applicants will be asked to complete the official Picture Pros application before continuing through the hiring process.
Official application:
https://picturepros.com/contact/hiring
Picture Pros Photography Pay:
$375.00 - $1,850.00 per week
Benefits:
Flexible schedule Referral program Application Question(s): Are you available to work most Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays during tournament season? This position combines photography, customer interaction, and performance-based (commission) earnings. What excites you about this opportunity? What is the best email address and phone number to reach you regarding next steps? In 2-3 sentences, tell us what experience or qualities would make you successful at Picture Pros. Do you own a DSLR or mirrorless camera? If so, what brand and lens?