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Kids Photography Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Austin Stone Resident

Austin, TX

$14.75 - $18/hr

Kids * Photography * Production * Spiritual Formation * Students * Sunday Teams * Women's * Worship Culture and Character Employees of The Austin Stone are expected to become partners of the church ...

Photography Coordinator

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$55K - $66K/yr

Overview The Photography Coordinator is a creative and operational partner within the New York ... From Foot Locker and Kids Foot Locker to Champs Sports, WSS, and atmos, our brands sit at the ...

School Photographer - Hartford, CT

Hartford, CT · On-site

$17.50 - $19.25/hr

G&B Photography is hiring School Photographers to join our team. No experience needed - we provide ... Love being around kids * Are comfortable driving locally and working independently * Can work a ...

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How much do kids photography jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 15, 2026, the average hourly pay for kids photography in the United States is $23.08, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $21.39 and $25.00 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is kids photography?

A Kids Photography job involves capturing high-quality photos of children in various settings, such as studios, outdoor locations, or events. The photographer must create a comfortable environment to bring out natural expressions and emotions. It requires skills in working with children, technical photography knowledge, and sometimes post-processing edits. Many kids photographers work for studios, as freelancers, or specialize in areas like newborn photography or school portraits.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in kids photography?

To thrive as a Kids Photographer, you need skills in portrait photography, lighting, and composition, often supported by formal training or a photography degree. Familiarity with professional cameras, editing software like Adobe Lightroom and Photoshop, and sometimes child safety certifications are highly valuable. Patience, creativity, and strong communication skills help in effectively engaging children and putting them at ease during photo sessions. These competencies are crucial for capturing natural, high-quality images in dynamic, sometimes unpredictable environments.

What are typical challenges faced in kids photography and how can they be managed?

One common challenge in kids photography is capturing genuine expressions and emotion, as children can be unpredictable, shy, or easily distracted during sessions. Successful photographers often use games, props, and interactive techniques to help children feel comfortable and engaged. Flexibility and readiness to adapt to each child's temperament are essential, as is patience when working around sudden mood changes or interruptions. Building rapport with both the children and their caregivers can also make sessions smoother and more productive. With experience, these challenges become easier to manage, resulting in more authentic and memorable photographs.

How to become a kids photographer?

To become a kids photographer, develop photography skills through practice and education, focusing on capturing children’s expressions and behaviors. Building a portfolio, gaining experience with children, and understanding lighting and camera settings are essential. Some photographers pursue certifications or attend workshops to improve their techniques and build a client base.
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Infographic showing various Kids Photography job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 50% Full Time, and 50% Part Time. Highlights an 83% In-person, and 17% Hybrid job distribution, with an average salary of $48,001 per year, or $23.1 per hour.

Austin Stone Resident

Austin, TX

$14.75 - $18/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 25 days ago


Job description

For full job descriptions, check out our website.
August 2027 Residencies
  • College
  • Communications
  • Connections
  • Design
  • Discipleship Community
  • Event Coordination
  • Film
  • Kids
  • Photography
  • Production
  • Spiritual Formation
  • Students
  • Sunday Teams
  • Women's
  • Worship
Culture and Character

Employees of The Austin Stone are expected to become partners of the church, fully embracing the values, mission, and purposes. Additionally, all employees of The Austin Stone are expected to understand, affirm, and adhere to our Affirmation of Faith, bylaws, culture map, and other documents defining the beliefs, culture, and mission of The Austin Stone.

Employees must also possess the character qualifications of biblical leadership in the church. At a minimum, each employee must agree and aspire to maturity in these qualifications, invite the authority of church community and leaders as a means of growth in them, and pursue them humbly and faithfully by the power of the Holy Spirit.

Austin Stone Culture

The current explicit values for The Austin Stone Community Church are:

  • Ruled by God's Word
  • Christ-Centered in Focus
  • Empowered by the Holy Spirit
  • Reliant on Prayer
  • Committed to Covenant Community
  • Gospel-Saturated in Discipleship
  • Devoted to Equipping the Saints
  • Relentless in Mission

As a member of our staff, the employee is expected to fully embrace these core values and seek to teach them to others as well.

Employees of The Austin Stone are expected to become partners (our term for members) of the church, fully embracing the values, mission, and purposes. Additionally, all employees of The Austin Stone are expected to understand, affirm, and adhere to our Affirmation of Faith, bylaws, culture map, and other documents defining the beliefs, culture, and mission of The Austin Stone.

Please read Attributes of Leaders as Employees at The Austin Stone for a greater description of cultural, character, and other aspects of joining our team at The Austin Stone.

Disclaimer

The information presented indicates the general nature and level of work expected of employees in this classification. It is not designed to contain, nor to be interpreted as, a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, qualifications, and objectives required of employees assigned to this job.

The Austin Stone Community Church is an Equal Opportunity Employer including Women, Minorities, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities.