Fresh 48 Hospital Photographer (with In-Person Sales) - Naperville, IL
About The Position
Bella Baby Photography is hiring a friendly, outgoing, and creative Fresh 48 Hospital Photographer to photograph newborns and their families during their first 24–48 hours in the hospital. In this onsite, hospital-based position, you will help new parents feel comfortable and guide them through an enjoyable photography experience, then present photo packages and products to help them choose keepsakes. The role involves working independently in a hospital while collaborating with hospital staff and the photography team, and providing warm, professional, compassionate service while respecting hospital policies, patient privacy, and newborn safety. Hourly pay or commissions on sales are guaranteed at whichever amount 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. Paid training and ongoing opportunities to develop skills in photography, sales, newborn safety and care, and relationship building are provided. The part-time schedule is 2–3 days per week, including at least one weekday and one weekend day (Saturday or Sunday). The start time is 9 AM, and the planned end time is 5 PM, though hours may change based on the daily number of births and business needs. Monthly schedules are posted six weeks in advance. Some holidays are required. 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 and approachable, with an interest in building communication and relationship skills.
- Enjoys connecting with families and is willing to learn 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.
- Ability to lift up to 20 lbs of equipment.
- Willingness to update vaccination records if existing records cannot be provided.
- Availability 2–3 days per week, including at least one weekday and one weekend day; some holidays are required.
- Must pass a background check and drug screen.
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 meet 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.
- Respect hospital policies, patient privacy, and newborn safety.
Benefits
- Paid training
- Tips
- Performance-based bonuses
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
