Contractor - Photographer

Job Details: Job Location: Herndon Studio - Herndon, VA, Salary Range: $25.00 - $25.00Hourly, Who is CADY?

CADY is the premier school photography company. We exist to inspire and unleash human potential. We are innovative and aim to elevate excellence, year after year while consistently striving to surpass our own achievements. We inspire students, schools, and our team members so they feel accepted and empowered. Your story starts with CADY!

Job Summary

We’re looking for talented and passionate Contract Photographers to join our team in delivering unforgettable moments for students across the country. As a photographer with CADY, you’ll be part of a high-energy, collaborative team that brings creativity, professionalism, and fun to every shoot. From senior portraits to large-scale school photography events, you’ll play a key role in helping students feel confident and celebrated.

This is a contract-based position with flexible scheduling during our peak seasons, ideal for creatives looking to build experience, earn supplemental income, or do meaningful work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

Top 5 Responsibilities

Provide concierge level service to our studio and school customers
Exhibit strong soft skills in delivering a positive, unforgettable experience for each customer
Use CADY owned photography equipment and trained expertise to capture CADY standard quality photos
Travel and work offsite as needed for events or specific session types as assigned within a variable scheduling model
Follow internal procedures and process to ensure accurate and timely processing of images 

Additional Responsibilities 

Test equipment and analyze event or session details prior to use to prepare for successful execution of the event or session
Committing to and upholding CADY quality standards 
Participate in ongoing training as per individual, team, or business specific needs
Transport CADY photography equipment to event locations as needed
Collaborate with team members to uphold a supportive and cooperative work environment, contributing to a positive work team culture
Other duties and responsibilities as assigned by management team 

Job Requirements

Must be at least 18 years of age 
High School diploma or equivalent
Must pass a satisfactory background check
Able to work well within a team setting and independently
Amazing customer service and communication skills 
Willing and able to travel to all school events and studios within a given territory 
Must have reliable transportation
Coachable with an ability to learn quickly and produce a quality output  

Physical Requirements and Environmental Factors

This role physically requires frequent standing and walking for long shifts and extended periods of time
Bending and lifting equipment up to 40 lbs.
Able to bend or stoop
Work indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions
Able to ascend and descend a ladder
Able to read, write and speak in English
Able to verbally communicate with customers and team members
Significant noise and other potential sensory stimulants (i.e., busy retail environment with camera flashes, music, tight spaces and crowded areas) 
Team members must be comfortable working in fast-paced, high-energy environments with music, crowds, and lighting equipment

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