Collegiate Studios
Graduation Photographer (Temp)
Vacaville, California•Temporary
$17.50 - $25 hourly
$17.50 - $25 hourly
About the Job
Campus Candids Graduation Foto by Collegiate Studios is currently seeking Graduation Photographers for the upcoming season. We are looking for candidates in the Sacramento Region, the SF Bay Area, Kern County, Santa Maria, and the San Luis Obispo area.
Position Overview:
Our photographers travel within a five-hour radius of our Davis office for assignments. Most graduation photo assignments occur on Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays between May 21 and June 12. Training and equipment are provided, though basic knowledge of Nikon DSLR cameras and manual flash is recommended.
Requirements:
- Willingness to travel and carpool as necessary; some jobs could require overnight stays.
- Reliable transportation, current car insurance, and a clean driving record.
- Professional attire and a flexible schedule.
- Ability to capture clear, professional, and in-focus images.
Compensation:
- $17.50 an hour for training and meetings
- $20–$25 per hour for photo assignments.
- $0.58 per mile driven (or $17.50 an hour for travel time if carpooling).
- $8.00 meal reimbursement per graduation.
- Performance-based bonuses for reliability and quality.
Key Dates:
Interviews will be conducted by phone and will occur on Thursday, May 7, and Friday, May 8.
Overview and job scheduling meeting on Monday, May 11, 2026, from 5:30 pm until 8:00 pm.
Training Meeting: Sunday, May 17, from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM at our Studio 415 William St, Vacaville, CA 95688.
Mandatory Dates: Please only apply if you are available to photograph on these days: May 28, June 3, 4, 5, 11, and 12.
How to Apply:
If you are interested, please submit a short resume detailing your photography experience and recent employment. If you include a portfolio, please ensure it focuses on on-location special events. Please confirm your willingness to travel in your cover letter.
There are also future opportunities available for our fall 2026 school portrait season.
Best regards,
Colleen Martin
Collegiate Studios
The best way to reach me is by email.
Contact: Colleen Martin at colleen@gradfotonetwork.com or 530-757-1120.
Thank you,
About Collegiate Studios
Collegiate Studios, Campus Candids Graduation Foto began photographing Graduations in June of 1988. Mark and Colleen Martin, the owners, are still actively involved in preserving this special moment for the graduating seniors.
Since 1988 our teams have photographed almost 2000 ceremonies and close to 800,000 graduates. Most of our schools have trusted their families' graduation memories to us for over 20 years.
Since 1988 our teams have photographed almost 2000 ceremonies and close to 800,000 graduates. Most of our schools have trusted their families' graduation memories to us for over 20 years.