Fresh 48 Hospital Photographer (with In-Person Sales) - Libertyville
About The Position
Bella Baby Photography is seeking a friendly, outgoing, and creative Fresh 48 Hospital Photographer to photograph newborns and their families during the babies’ first 24–48 hours in the hospital. This onsite, hospital-based role combines photography with in-person sales. Photographers help new parents feel comfortable and confident, guide them through an enjoyable portrait experience, present photo packages and products, and provide warm, professional, compassionate service during a significant family moment. The role is performed independently in a hospital while collaborating with hospital staff and the photography team. The position is part-time, typically 2–3 days per week, including at least one weekday and one weekend day. The start time is 9 AM, with an anticipated end time of 5 PM; daily hours may vary with the number of births and business needs. Monthly schedules are posted six weeks in advance, and some holidays are required. Estimated earnings are $150–$550 per week for approximately 5–12 hours per week. The higher of hourly pay or sales commissions is guaranteed each pay period, with additional opportunities for tips and performance-based bonuses. Paid training and ongoing opportunities to develop photography, sales, newborn safety and care, and relationship-building skills are provided. Employment is contingent on passing a background check and drug screen.
Requirements
- Photography experience at any level is welcome; candidates should have a passion for photography and willingness to learn.
- Friendly, approachable communication style and eagerness to build communication and relationship skills.
- Enjoy connecting with families and willingness to learn how to recommend photography packages and products.
- Self-motivated, dependable, organized, and able to work independently.
- Patient, detail-oriented, and adaptable in a hospital setting.
- Respectful of hospital policies, patient privacy, and newborn safety.
- DSLR or mirrorless camera with at least 18 MP; phone cameras are not accepted.
- Laptop with at least 513 GB of storage and 16 GB of memory.
- Adobe Lightroom Classic.
- Reliable transportation and ability to lift up to 20 lbs of equipment.
- Willingness to update vaccination records if existing records cannot be provided.
- Must pass a background check and drug screen.
- Availability 2–3 days per week, including at least one weekday and one weekend day; some holidays are required.
Responsibilities
- Photograph newborns and their families during the babies’ first 24–48 hours in the hospital.
- Help new parents feel comfortable, confident, and excited about capturing their baby’s first portraits.
- Guide families through a simple and enjoyable photography experience.
- Present photo packages and products and help families choose keepsakes that fit their needs.
- Provide warm, professional, and compassionate service to families.
- Work independently in a hospital setting while collaborating with hospital staff and the photography team.
- Follow hospital policies and respect patient privacy and newborn safety.
Benefits
- Paid training
- Additional opportunities to earn tips and performance-based bonuses
- Ongoing opportunities to grow skills in photography, sales, newborn safety and care, and relationship building
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
