Photography Styles

Candid

Natural

Intimate

Epic

Grand

Dramatic

 

Locations

San Diego, CA and surrounding areas. 

Los Angeles, CA and surrounding areas.

San Francisco Bay Area and surrounding areas.

Sacramento, CA and surrounding areas.

Central Valley, CA and surrounding areas.

Seattle, WA, and surrounding areas.

Some out of state / long-distance travel may be available. 

 

Hours

Varies per month depending on bookings.

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Benefits

None at this time.

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Qualifications & Skills

Capable of producing professional-grade photography

Portfolio of at least 8 different projects including 2 weddings

Positive attitude

Minimum 2 years of photography experience

Excellent communication skills

Self-motivation

Ability to work independently

Ability to travel to on-location shoots

Passion for photography

Professional-grade equipment

Exceptional customer service mentality and skills

Artistic intelligence

Technical intelligence

Emotional intelligence

Sense of humor

 

Bonus Qualifications

Degree

Multicultural experience

Multilingual fluency

Advanced portable lighting

 

Job Description

Work with Aiya photography to expand our photography business. Perform a variety of photography projects including weddings, engagement shoots, modeling shoots, family commercial and product. Work as either a primary or second photographer as needed. Set appointments with clients, follow-up when needed and deliver presentations/consultations. Maintain and nurture relationships with existing clients. Generate agreements and obtain relevant authorizations for photography. Follow Aiya Photography’s' policies and procedures. Assist in marketing campaigns and initiatives. Maintain minimum acceptable standards. Understand what it takes to create exceptional photography and how Aiya Photography is different. Instruct, guide and mentor secondary photographers during events. 

 

Project expectations

Plan and coordinate all shot needs

Professional-level understanding of the depth of field, bokeh, framing, composition, etc

Mastery of manual camera controls

Capture a minimum number of photographs

Use of camera lighting where applicable

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Equipment needed

FX Camera

Backup FX camera
Speed lights

24-70mm 2.8 lens

70-200mm 2.8 lens

50mm 1.8 lens

Other fast aperture lenses

Professional grade portrait lens

Equipment for off-camera lighting (OCF)

Ideally looking for Sony shooter but will consider other platforms

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Requirements (does not apply to CA)

Business license

Liability insurance

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Other information

Own transport to arrive at events

18 years or older

Must be legally permitted to work in the US

Background and reference checks required.

Must be able to lift heavy lighting and equipment (up to 50 lbs)

Weekend availability

 

Compensation 

California

$50.22 - $60.07 per hour

Part-time

W2 position  

You are not required to exclusively work for us

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All other states

1099 position. $25 to $75 per hour. Travel expenses covered.