Sound Originals Photo & Video - Freelance Wedding Videographer

Videographer is needed in Washington, DC, United States.

Client: Sound Originals Photo & Video

Location: Washington, DC

Contract: Contract

Job Description

Orca Creative Team is seeking experienced freelance videographers to join their team in Washington, DC for the 2025/2026 wedding season. The role involves primarily recording wedding sessions while the company handles all administrative tasks, including culling and editing. The selected candidates will be responsible for capturing beautiful images at various wedding events.

Main Responsibilities

• Record weddings throughout the Washington, DC area.
• Provide outstanding customer service to engaged couples.
• Document weddings with a photojournalistic approach to videography.
• Assist couples with posing during engagement sessions and weddings to ensure they look flattering.
• Manage your availability calendar for accepting freelance videography assignments.
• Deliver high-quality video footage.
• Represent the Orca Creative Team as an independent contractor and freelancer.

Requirements for the Role

Freelance Videographer Requirements

• Experience as a wedding videographer with at least ten (10) weddings as lead videographer.
• Seasoned videographer with understanding of natural light, audio recording, and drone operation.

Equipment Requirement to be a Freelance LEAD Wedding Videographer

• Two (2) Cameras with Dual Memory Card Slots
• Variety of Prime and Zoom Lens with f/2.8 or lower covering multiple focal ranges
• Audio Equipment, such as Lavalier Microphone and External Recorder
• Lighting Equipment
• Drone and FAA License

Equipment Requirement to be a Freelance ASSISTANT Wedding Videographer

• One (1) Camera with Dual Memory Card Slots
• Variety of Prime and Zoom Lens with f/2.8 or lower covering multiple focal ranges

Benefits

• Focus on your craft while administrative staff handles the rest.
• Choose your own schedule and decide when to accept new freelance videography assignments.
• Competitive pay and generous bonuses.
• NO culling or editing required.
• Weekly mentoring and coaching sessions.

Application Process

To apply, please submit your resume and portfolio detailing your experience, qualifications, and passion for joining our team, specifically your love for weddings.

We look forward to reviewing your application, kickstarting the interview process, and potentially welcoming you to our team!

Additional Information

Job Type: Contract

Pay: $35.00 - $75.00 per hour

• Flexible schedule

Application Question(s)

• Available for October 18th, 2025 (Potential for more for 2026)
• Provide a video portfolio of wedding footage or relevant events.

Work Location: On the road