Photographer jobs in Chicago, IL

We're hiring in Downers Grove and Hinsdale Illinois!

We are seeking part-time photographers to work in hospital settings capturing newborns and their families.

Who We Are:

Experienced photographers, self-starters constantly sharpening their skills, small business owners, students, parents, former nurses, people looking to get their ‘baby fix', you name it. 

We have people from so many different backgrounds all working together towards a common goal - to create beautiful newborn portraits. 

Who You Are:

Creative, self-motivated, and engaging problem solver who is willing to grow! 

Also, someone who loves to collaborate, share tips, and encourage their coworkers.

A Bella Baby Photographer is someone with great time management skills, but is also patient and understanding - our newborn clients aren't known for following directions very well. 

If you fit that description, don't let this opportunity pass you by! 

A Day in the Life of a Bella Baby Photographer:

What We Do:

• Provide 15-minute mini-sessions, handle and pose squishy newborns
• Edit images on site
• Present packages, explain products, and ring up orders 

Why Bella?

• Commission Based Earning Potential: $16.50 per hour sales bonuses and tips!
• $250 Onboarding Bonus and quarterly bonus opportunities
• 401k eligibility
• Photographer collaboration
• Travel and entertainment discounts
• Increased holiday pay
• Equipment reimbursement
• Seniority-based benefits like PTO and weekends off
• Continuous paid professional development and regular career progression sessions

Qualifications:

• Comfortable handling and soothing newborn babies
• Comfortable with commission-based pay (sales experience a plus)
• Experience with editing software such as Lightroom
• Able to work independently with strong time management and organizational skills
• Willingness to work various holidays throughout the year
• Reliable transportation 
• Ability to lift equipment (up to 20 lbs) with frequent sitting, standing, and moderate physical activity
• Photography experience preferred, knowledge of manual mode a plus

Required Equipment: 

• DSLR or Mirrorless camera (18 megapixels or higher)
• Portrait lens - fixed aperture preferred (i.e. F1.8 or F2.8)
• A laptop capable of running Lightroom (no tablets, Chromebooks, or desktops)
• Speedlite/External flash may be required depending on location

Schedule: 

• 9 am start time; end time varies depending on volume of babies
• 2-3 days per week
• 1 weekend day required per week

Show Off Your Work!

Make sure your application includes a link to your online portfolio, or website, or has attached samples of your natural light portrait photography.

The number of hours and days may fluctuate based on business needs. Employment is contingent upon successful results of a criminal background check and drug screen.

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