Freelance Venue Photographer (Student-Friendly, New York-based)
Tagvenue · New York, United States
- Hybrid
- Other
- $250 / year
- New York, United States
Job highlights
- Freelance photographer needed for venue shoots in New York.
- Flexible, project-based work for students or early-career professionals.
- Capture high-quality photos of venues for marketing.
- Requires own equipment and editing software.
- Gain real-world experience and expand portfolio.
About the role
About Tagvenue
Tagvenue is a SaaS-enabled marketplace transforming how people discover and book venues — and how venue managers run their daily operations. We operate across the UK, US, Europe, Australia, Singapore, and Canada, helping thousands of venues and customers connect every month. We’re a team of builders focused on solving real problems, raising industry standards, and designing systems that scale globally.About the role
We’re looking for a New York-based student or early-career photographer to support our marketing efforts by capturing high-quality photos of our top venues. This is a freelance, ad-hoc opportunity, perfect for someone who wants flexible, project-based work alongside studies or other commitments. You’ll visit selected venues across New York to photograph spaces and deliver professionally edited images that showcase them at their best.Responsibilities
- Visit assigned venues across New York to conduct photoshoots
- Independently communicate with venues to arrange photoshoot dates, confirm access, and coordinate logistics
- Keep clear and proactive communication with the Tagvenue team regarding scheduling, availability, and delivery
- Capture high-quality, well-composed photos that highlight the venue’s atmosphere, layout, and key features
- Manage shoots independently and work efficiently on-site
- Edit and deliver final images according to Tagvenue’s visual standards and within agreed timelines
What we’re looking for
- Based in New York with easy access to travel across the city
- Own photography equipment (camera, lenses, lighting if needed)
- Experience in photography, ideally place, interior, architectural, or event photography
- Strong photo editing skills, with your own access to tools like Adobe Lightroom, Photoshop, or similar software
- Good eye for composition, lighting, and detail
- Good communication skills and confidence working directly with venue teams
- Reliability and ability to meet deadlines
- Comfortable working independently
- Portfolio showcasing relevant work
- Student or recent graduate in photography, media, or related field (Nice-to-have)
- Experience shooting commercial spaces or real estate (Nice-to-have)
- Basic understanding of branding or marketing photography (Nice-to-have)
- Flexible weekday availability (Nice-to-have)
Work conditions
- Freelance / self-employed contract (you invoice us per completed shoot)
- Fixed rate per photoshoot (covers shooting + editing)
- Ad-hoc assignments (not regular weekly work)
- Flexible schedule — you choose availability
- On-site work at venues across New York
Key skills/competency
- Venue Photography
- Freelance Photographer
- New York Photographer
- Photography Equipment
- Photo Editing
- Adobe Lightroom
- Adobe Photoshop
- Composition
- Lighting
- Portfolio
Skills & topics
- Freelance Photographer
- Venue Photography
- New York
- Photography
- Event Photography
- Interior Photography
- Architectural Photography
- Photo Editing
- Adobe Lightroom
- Adobe Photoshop
- Portfolio
- Student Photographer
- Early Career
- Marketing Photography
How to get hired
- Tailor your resume: Highlight photography experience, editing skills, and equipment ownership relevant to venue photography.
- Showcase your portfolio: Ensure your portfolio prominently features interior, architectural, or event photography examples.
- Emphasize communication: Detail your ability to coordinate with clients and manage independent projects.
- Prepare for ad-hoc work: Demonstrate flexibility and reliability for project-based assignments.
Technical preparation
Practice interior and architectural photography techniques.,Master photo editing with Lightroom/Photoshop.,Ensure equipment is in excellent working condition.,Develop a strong portfolio of venue photos.
Behavioral questions
How do you handle client communication independently?,Describe managing multiple project deadlines.,How do you ensure photo quality on-site?,Showcase problem-solving for logistical challenges.
Frequently asked questions
- What is the compensation for a Freelance Venue Photographer at Tagvenue?
- Compensation is a fixed rate per photoshoot, which covers both the shooting and editing process for the Freelance Venue Photographer role at Tagvenue.
- Is this a full-time or part-time role for a Freelance Venue Photographer?
- This is a freelance, ad-hoc, and project-based opportunity, offering flexible scheduling rather than a fixed full-time or part-time commitment.
- What equipment is required for the Freelance Venue Photographer position?
- Candidates must own their photography equipment, including a camera, lenses, and any necessary lighting, to be considered for the Freelance Venue Photographer role.
- What kind of editing software is expected for the Freelance Venue Photographer role?
- Proficiency with photo editing tools such as Adobe Lightroom, Photoshop, or similar software is required for the Freelance Venue Photographer position.
- How does the scheduling work for a Freelance Venue Photographer at Tagvenue?
- The schedule is flexible and project-based, allowing the Freelance Venue Photographer to choose their availability for ad-hoc assignments.
- What is the primary responsibility of a Freelance Venue Photographer for Tagvenue?
- The primary responsibility is to capture high-quality photos of venues in New York that highlight their atmosphere, layout, and key features for marketing purposes.
- Does Tagvenue offer opportunities for students for the Freelance Venue Photographer role?
- Yes, Tagvenue is specifically looking for New York-based students or early-career photographers for this freelance role.
- What type of photography experience is most relevant for this role?
- Experience in place, interior, architectural, or event photography is most relevant for the Freelance Venue Photographer position at Tagvenue.