We're hiring in Des Moines, IA!
We are seeking a confident, customer-focused, and outgoing individual to join our team as a Part-Time Newborn Photographer Sales Associate. In this role, you will take charge of promoting and selling newborn photography packages to families within the hospital environment.
The ideal candidate will possess strong interpersonal and sales skills, as well as the ability to engage with new parents and their families in a warm and sensitive manner. You will serve as the primary point of contact for families, providing them with comprehensive information about photography packages and guiding them in selecting the perfect option.
Previous sales experience and a genuine passion for photography are highly valued.
This position offers a unique opportunity to work in a rewarding and emotionally impactful environment. If you exude confidence, have a natural ability to connect with new parents, and excel in sales, we are excited to have you join our team.
Responsibilities:
- Set up same-day appointments to accommodate 15-minute mini-photo sessions
- Handle and pose newborns and edit on-site
- Present and sell packages and process orders for customers
Qualifications:
- Strong organizational skills and the ability to work independently
- Experience in sales is a plus
- Creative and self-motivated individual with a passion for photography
- Experience in family photography is preferred
- Proficiency in editing photos using software such as Adobe Lightroom Classic
- Reliable transportation and the ability to lift photography equipment (up to 20 lbs)
Required Equipment:
- DSLR or Mirrorless Camera with 18 MP or higher (no camera phones)
- Portrait lens with a fixed aperture preferred (i.e., F1.8 or F2.8)
- Laptop with at least 513 GB drive and 16 GB of memory
- Adobe Lightroom Classic
- Speedlite (external flash)
Schedule:
- Part Time 2 - 3 days a week (including one weekend day)
Who We Are:
We are a leading provider of hospital baby portraiture, capturing the natural, authentic beauty of newborns and their families. Our approach emphasizes using natural window light and professional-grade equipment to create timeless and heartwarming photographs.
Check out our Instagram! https://www.instagram.com/bellababyphotos/
Why Bella?
- Commission Based Earning Potential: $15 - $20 per hour + sales bonuses and tips!
- $250 Onboarding Bonus and quarterly bonus opportunities
- 401k eligibility
- Photographer collaboration
- Travel and entertainment discounts
- Increased holiday pay
- Equipment provided
- Seniority-based benefits like PTO and weekends off
- Continuous paid professional development and regular career progression sessions
The number of hours and days may fluctuate based on business needs. Employment is contingent upon a successful criminal background check and drug screen results.
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Job Type: Part-time
Pay: Up to $25.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Employee assistance program
- Professional development assistance
- Referral program
Compensation package:
- Bonus opportunities
- Commission pay
- Signing bonus
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Holidays
- Weekends as needed
Application Question(s):
- Hospitals have medical requirements both upon hire and annually to ensure the safety of the new babies we work with, which now includes the covid-19 vaccine. Are you willing to provide your vaccination records and update them as needed? *
- Are you 18 years or older? *
- Do you own a laptop capable of running lightroom? *
- Our shifts start at 9 am, please list what days you are available to work at that time. *
- Please provide a link to your online portfolio or attached 3- 5 samples of your work. *
- We do not require our photographers to travel more than 30 minutes to each hospital. Please list your full address so we can find the closest location to you. *
- What is the best email and phone number to reach you at? *
- We use our own professional DSLR or Mirrorless cameras to capture our families photos (18 megapixels or higher). What camera and lens do you currently own? *
Experience:
- Photography: 1 year (Preferred)
Work Location: In person