Photographer Job at Bella Baby Photography, Lake Forest, IL

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  • Bella Baby Photography
  • Lake Forest, IL

Job Description

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Job Opportunity: Part-Time Newborn Photographer and Sales Associate

Are you a confident, customer-focused person with a passion for photography? We’re seeking an enthusiastic Part-Time Newborn Photographer /  Sales Associate to join our team! In this role, you’ll photograph and sell newborn photography packages to families in a hospital, creating meaningful experiences for new parents.

Our Core Values:

  • Serve with Heart and Grace: Kindness and compassion in every interaction.
  • Active and Honest Communication: Clear communication builds trust with families and teammates.
  • Resourceful and Accountable: We take initiative and deliver exceptional experiences.

What We’re Looking For:

  • Strong communication and sales skills.
  • Ability to engage warmly with families.
  • Previous sales experience and a love for photography are a plus!

Why This Role?

You’ll work in a creative environment where your skills will positively impact families during a special time. If you connect well with people and have a knack for sales, we’d love to have you!

Responsibilities:

  • Schedule and conduct same-day mini-photo sessions (15 minutes each).
  • Pose and handle newborns, editing photos on-site.
  • Present photography packages and close sales.
  • Perform some administrative tasks.

What You Bring:

  • Strong organizational skills and independence.
  • Experience in sales is a plus.
  • Creativity and a passion for photography.
  • Experience with Adobe Lightroom Classic.
  • Reliable transportation and ability to lift up to 20 lbs of equipment.

Equipment Required:

  • DSLR or Mirrorless Camera with 18 MP or higher (no phone cameras).
  • Preferred: Portrait lens with fixed aperture (F1.8 or F2.8).
  • Laptop with at least 513 GB storage and 16 GB memory.
  • Adobe Lightroom Classic.
  • Speedlite (external flash).

Schedule:

  • Start time: 9 AM.
  • Part-time: 2-3 days a week (including one weekend day).
  • Some holidays may be required.

Compensation Package:  

  • Commission: 30% commission on all sales
  • Sales Bonuses: Additional incentives based on performance
  • Tips: You keep 100% of your tips
  • Perks: 
    • 401k eligibility
    • Discounts on travel and entertainment.
    • Hourly pay during training and continuous professional development.
    • $250 Onboarding Bonus (if applicable).
    • Increased holiday pay and equipment reimbursement.

*For your location, we estimate an income of $_______- $______ per week depending on job performance.

Who We Are:

We capture the natural beauty of newborns and their families through professional hospital baby portraiture. Using natural light and top-tier equipment, we create timeless, heartfelt photographs. Check out our work on Instagram: Bella Baby Photos .

Call to Action!

Ready to join the Bella Baby team?

Send your cover letter and portfolio to [email protected] , and tell us why you're the perfect fit! Share your passion and story—we want to know why we can’t wait to hire you. Show us who you are and what excites you about newborn photography.

Be sure to follow us on Instagram while you’re at it! And if you'd like, tell us your favorite cookies so we can bake them for your birthday. Don’t worry if you're missing a technical skill or two—if you're as enthusiastic about newborn photography and sales as we are, we'll teach you everything you need to know.

If you have a camera, a laptop, and a willingness to learn, apply now!

Note: Hours and days may vary based on business needs. Employment is contingent on passing a background check and drug screen.

We are proud to be a part of the Joy.

#bellababy

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

Job Tags

Hourly pay, Holiday work, Part time, 2 days per week, 3 days per week,

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