Wedding Photographer (Contract / Part-Time)
Company: Cinetic Studio
Location: Calgary, Alberta (with travel throughout Southern Alberta including Banff, Canmore, Cochrane, Airdrie, Okotoks, Kananaskis, and surrounding areas)
Compensation: $25–$40/hour (based on experience, equipment, skill level, and performance)
Job Type: Contract / Part-Time
About Cinetic Studio
Cinetic Studio is a growing wedding and events media company dedicated to delivering exceptional client experiences and high-quality visual storytelling. We are seeking a talented, dependable, and professional Wedding Photographer to join our team and help capture unforgettable moments for our couples.
This position is ideal for an experienced photographer who enjoys working in fast-paced environments, interacting with clients, and creating beautiful imagery while maintaining a high level of professionalism.
About the Role
As a Wedding Photographer, you will be responsible for photographing weddings, engagements, and special events throughout Calgary and surrounding areas. You will work independently or alongside other team members to capture meaningful moments while providing an exceptional client experience.
Successful candidates are organized, detail-oriented, dependable, and capable of performing under pressure in environments where there are no second chances to capture important moments.
Responsibilities
- Photograph weddings, engagements, and special events throughout Calgary and Southern Alberta.
- Capture key moments, candid interactions, family portraits, wedding details, and reception coverage.
- Work collaboratively with videographers, wedding planners, DJs, venues, and other vendors.
- Follow wedding day timelines and adapt quickly to changing schedules and conditions.
- Direct couples, wedding parties, and family members for portraits when required.
- Maintain a professional appearance and provide exceptional customer service.
- Travel independently to wedding venues and event locations.
- Manage equipment responsibly and ensure all necessary gear is prepared before assignments.
- Represent the Cinetic Studio brand professionally at all times.
- Deliver a positive and memorable experience for clients and guests.
Requirements
- Minimum 2 years of professional photography experience.
- Previous experience photographing weddings, events, or similar live productions.
- Strong portfolio demonstrating professional photography work.
- Valid Alberta Class 5 Driver's Licence.
- Reliable personal vehicle and ability to travel throughout Southern Alberta.
- Ability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as required.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Excellent attention to detail.
- Ability to remain calm and professional under pressure.
- Strong organizational and time management skills.
- Customer service, hospitality, retail, sales, or other client-facing experience is considered a strong asset.
- Comfortable interacting with clients both in person and over the phone.
- Reliable, punctual, and self-motivated.
- Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with a team.
Equipment Requirements (Mandatory)
Applicants must own and maintain their own professional photography equipment suitable for commercial wedding and event work.
Required equipment includes:
- Professional DSLR or mirrorless camera system
- Backup camera body
- Professional lenses suitable for wedding and event photography
- On-camera and/or off-camera flash equipment
- Adequate batteries, chargers, memory cards, and accessories for full-day wedding coverage
- Reliable backup and file management workflow
- Computer capable of reviewing, managing, and delivering professional photo files
Applicants should be comfortable photographing in challenging lighting conditions including churches, reception venues, outdoor ceremonies, and evening events.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience as a lead wedding photographer.
- Experience directing couples and groups for portraits.
- Strong understanding of composition, lighting, posing, and storytelling.
- Familiarity with wedding timelines and event logistics.
- Experience working in luxury, hospitality, or high-end customer service environments.
- Experience using professional editing software such as:
- Adobe Lightroom Classic
- Adobe Photoshop
- Basic retouching and photo editing knowledge.
- Drone experience and a valid Canadian drone certification are considered assets.
Availability Requirements
- Must be available for evening and weekend assignments.
- Flexible schedule required, as weddings primarily occur on weekends and peak event dates.
- Applicants may currently work full-time or part-time elsewhere, provided they can reliably commit to scheduled wedding bookings.
- Ability to travel to venues in Calgary, Banff, Canmore, Kananaskis, Cochrane, Airdrie, Okotoks, and other surrounding locations.
Compensation
$25–$40 per hour, depending on:
- Experience level
- Portfolio quality
- Wedding and event experience
- Equipment ownership and readiness
- Professionalism and reliability
- Ability to work independently and represent the company at a high standard
Exceptional candidates may receive priority booking opportunities and ongoing contract work throughout the wedding season.
What We Offer
- Flexible contract-based scheduling.
- Competitive compensation based on experience and performance.
- Opportunities to work at beautiful wedding venues throughout Alberta.
- Consistent opportunities for talented and dependable photographers.
- A supportive and professional team environment.
- Long-term growth opportunities with a growing wedding and events brand.
How to Apply
Please submit:
- Resume
- Portfolio or website link
- Brief introduction outlining your wedding and event photography experience
- List of camera bodies, lenses, lighting equipment, drones (if applicable), and other gear you currently own
- Availability for evenings and weekends
Only applicants with relevant experience, professional equipment, and portfolio samples will be considered.
At Cinetic Studio, we believe exceptional wedding photography comes from talented professionals who are reliable, adaptable, client-focused, and passionate about capturing moments that can never be recreated. If that sounds like you, we'd love to hear from you.
Pay: $25.00-$40.00 per hour
Work Location: On the road
