Fresh 48 Hospital Photographer (with In-Person Sales) - Winfield, IL
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 first 24–48 hours after birth. In this onsite, hospital-based role, you will help new parents feel comfortable and confident, guide them through a photography experience, and present photo packages and products. The position involves working independently at a hospital while collaborating with hospital staff and the photography team, and providing warm, professional, and compassionate service. Photography experience at any level is welcome. Paid training is provided, with ongoing opportunities to develop skills in photography, sales, newborn safety and care, and relationship building. Compensation is hourly pay or sales commissions, whichever is higher each pay period. Estimated earnings are $800–$1,200 per pay period, paid twice monthly, with additional opportunities for tips and performance-based bonuses. This part-time position is scheduled for 2–3 days per week, including at least one weekday and one weekend day (Saturday or Sunday). The typical start time is 9 AM, with an end time planned for 5 PM, though the day may vary based on the number of births and business needs. Monthly schedules are posted six weeks in advance, and some holidays are required. Employment is contingent on passing a background check and drug screen.
Requirements
- Have a DSLR or mirrorless camera with at least 18 MP; phone cameras are not accepted.
- Have a laptop with at least 513 GB of storage and 16 GB of memory.
- Have Adobe Lightroom Classic.
- Have reliable transportation.
- Be able to lift up to 20 lbs of equipment.
- Be willing to update vaccination records if existing records cannot be provided.
- Be available to work 2–3 days per week, including at least one weekday and one weekend day.
- Be willing to work some holidays.
- Pass a background check and drug screen.
Nice To Haves
- Photography experience at any level is welcome.
Responsibilities
- Photograph newborns and their families during their 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 an enjoyable photography experience that highlights their newborn.
- Present photo packages and products and help families choose keepsakes.
- Provide warm, professional, and compassionate service to families.
- Work independently in a hospital setting while collaborating with hospital staff and the photography team.
- Respect hospital policies, patient privacy, and newborn safety.
Benefits
- Paid training
- Ongoing opportunities to grow skills in photography, sales, newborn safety and care, and relationship building
- Hourly pay or commissions on sales, whichever amount is higher each pay period
- Opportunities to earn tips and performance-based bonuses
- Assistance with vaccination scheduling through preferred clinics, if needed
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
