Lead Associate Photographer Position

Thank you for your interest in becoming a Lead Associate Photographer at Will Khoury Photography! I’m thrilled to learn more about you and your passion for elopements and intimate weddings. If you think you’d be a great fit, please fill out the application below, and I’ll be in touch within the next few weeks.

I’m currently seeking a few cheerful and talented photographers based in Northern California (including Big Sur, Yosemite, and Mendocino/Sonoma County) to join the team. Work hours and bookings will vary depending on the season, with opportunities for travel and destination weddings.

Here, we celebrate diversity and are proud to be inclusive photographers. We are here to serve all couples with the same level of care, respect, and intentionality that defines our work.

Experience matters, but personality is key! I’m looking for someone who is energetic, cheerful, and ready to put their heart into serving couples with excellence because that’s at the core of what we do. The ideal candidate should have a love for wedding photography, a warm and fun personality, a flexible schedule, patience, and the ability to adapt on the fly. You’ll also need strong communication skills and the confidence to lead wedding days independently.

While I’m happy to provide hands-on training for elopements, technical skills, and capturing incredible photos, this isn’t a mentorship session. We’re looking for someone ready to lead with trust and confidence, serving couples with the same excellence and care that we are known for.

If this sounds like you, apply below—I can’t wait to connect with you!

The Details

General Things You’ll Do:

• Be a proactive and valued team member.

• Communicate directly with couples to ensure they feel supported and confident.

• Guide couples in planning their day with expert advice and creative solutions.

• Build detailed and intentional timelines to make their day seamless.

• Photograph couples in stunning outdoor locations—sunrises, sunsets, mountaintops, beaches, and beyond.

• Focus exclusively on elopements and intimate weddings (no large venue weddings).

• Enjoy travel opportunities for destination elopements if you are interested.

• Develop your skills and portfolio by working with an experienced team in the industry.

• Immerse yourself in storytelling while capturing meaningful, intentional celebrations.

Things You Will NOT do:

• Edit photos—we’ll handle all the post-processing.

• Send sneak peeks or manage gallery delivery.

• Handle backend business tasks like invoicing, contracts, or bookkeeping.

• Manage social media platforms (Instagram, Pinterest, TikTok).

• Handle marketing responsibilities.

• Design or sell albums—we’ve got that covered.

• Worry about client acquisition or lead generation.

Who’s this position perfect for? 

• Someone who’s fully comfortable and experienced photographing weddings on their own.

• Someone interested in moving away from photographing large weddings and focusing on intimate/micro weddings & elopements.

• A creative storyteller, detail-oriented team player, and excellent communicator. 

• Someone with a flexible schedule and comfortable with travel.

• Ideally, someone who lives in N. California, but it’s not a must if you’re comfortable traveling.

APPLY HERE