At a Glance
- Tasks: Capture smiles and memories by photographing students across Sydney and regional NSW.
- Company: Join a family-run Australian business with over 40 years of experience.
- Benefits: Casual work, travel reimbursements, hands-on training, and supportive team environment.
- Other info: Flexible hours during school terms with ongoing mentorship and growth opportunities.
- Why this job: Enjoy varied, active days filled with fun and creativity while working with kids.
- Qualifications: Friendly attitude, time management skills, and a willingness to learn; photography experience is a bonus.
The predicted salary is between 22.5 - 27.5 $ per hour.
Join Our Team: School Photographer (Sydney) Casual | Field-Based | Sydney, surrounds & Regional NSW
For over 40 years, The School Photographer has been a proud, family-run Australian business capturing the moments that matter for families across the country. We're the ones behind the smiles in millions of school photos — and we're looking for our next great addition to the Sydney team.
If you're a people person who loves working with kids, thrives on early starts, and wants a job that's never the same day twice, keep reading.
The Role
This is a customer-facing, field-based role where you'll travel to schools across Sydney, surrounds and Regional NSW to photograph students and staff for our school photography products. You'll split your time between hands-on photography and administrative tasks, working with everyone from individual students to groups of 50+. With both individual and group photographer positions available. No two days look the same — one day you might be photographing a primary school, the next a high school. It's fast-paced, rewarding, and genuinely fun.
What You'll Bring
- A friendly, easy-going demeanor — especially with children
- The ability to pick up new skills quickly
- Independence and a proactive attitude
- Strong time management and the ability to work under pressure
- A team-player mindset
- A process-driven approach — you follow instructions accurately and consistently
- Punctuality and a well-presented, professional appearance
- Physical fitness (this role involves lifting and carrying equipment, often upstairs)
- Basic computer skills
- Photography experience is a bonus, not a requirement — we'll teach you the technical side. What matters most is your attitude and how you work with people.
What's On Offer
- Tolls reimbursed for all work-related travel
- Casual work during school terms
- Hands-on training — no prior photography experience needed
- The chance to be part of a genuinely supportive, established team, with ongoing mentorship and opportunities to grow your skills
- Varied, active work — no two days are the same
Training
We'll set you up for success before you start. Training is provided ahead of the role, plus ongoing support once you're out in the field — with an initial one-week training program held in January.
Good to Know
- This role is casual, during school terms only, tapering off in the second half of the year
- You'll need to be available Monday to Friday on a changing roster, with early starts.
- A current driver's licence and reliable, registered, and insured car are essential
- A current Working with Children Check is required
- A verified Police Check Certificate is required
- Travel is required across Sydney and surrounds with opportunities to travel to regional NSW
School Photographer in Sydney employer: The School Photographer
The School Photographer is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic and supportive work environment where creativity meets community engagement. With flexible casual roles during school terms, employees enjoy hands-on training, mentorship opportunities, and the chance to capture joyful moments across Melbourne Metro and Regional Victoria. Join a family-run business that values your contributions and fosters personal growth while making lasting memories for families.
