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AUSTIN’S DOG PHOTOGRAPHERS

ZilkerBark! is a dog photography project that takes pride in creating quality dog content for the whole world to enjoy. While much of what we do is purely for entertainment purposes, so much of our focus is on giving back. Over the last two years, ZilkerBark! has raised over $300k for area non-profits, as well as helped to find many dogs their forever homes.

We’re currently looking for talented individuals to join our pack and help us continue to have a positive impact on our community. Take a look at the available positions below.

Photographer

Part-time

ZilkerBark is committed to providing its clients with the HIGHEST quality photographs, and we're looking for photographers who can produce that work. The ideal candidate will be proficient in photography and extremely familiar with dogs and dog behavior. 

RESPONSIBILITIES  

As a ZilkerBark photographer, you'll be responsible for going to locations for client sessions. You will also be required to provide professional photo edits in a timely fashion before returning them to the client. This position may require 5-25 hours per month of on-location shooting.

REQUIREMENTS/QUALIFICATIONS

  • Minimum of TWO years of PROFESSIONAL photo experience

  • EXCELLENT people skills and client communication

  • Proficiency in Lightroom

  • Some experience in dog training is helpful

  • Demonstrate ability to work independently and as a member of a team

  • Excellent email management

  • General preparedness

  • You must have professional-level camera supplies, including a full-frame camera

PAY

  • $225-$325/hr - Depending on type of photo work

HOW TO APPLY

If you're interested in this position, please take a moment to fill out the form below.

Please remember, this position requires a minimum of TWO years of professional photography experience. If you’re interested in the opportunity, but don’t have enough experience, we recommend you check out our Dog Photography Workshop.

Photographer’s Assistant

Part-time (2-6hrs/week)

As a photographer’s assistant, you will be responsible for aiding in our dog portrait sessions, as well as community events. The ideal candidate is outgoing, and a quick learner who has strong “people skills”. This person should also have experience working with all types of dog behaviors.  

RESPONSIBILITIES  

The responsibilities of this role include arriving at a shoot location and working with a ZilkerBark photographer to greet guests. Once the session begins, you’ll be responsible for assisting the photographer to ensure a successful session takes place. This may include working with dogs and their owners in a way that will create desired “looks” for the photographer. 

REQUIREMENTS/QUALIFICATIONS

  • No photography experience required

  • Previous experience with dogs is ideal

  • Must be able to work well with a team

  • Must be outgoing and a strong communicator

  • Must love dogs!

PAY

  • $20/hr

HOW TO APPLY

If you're interested in this position, please head to this think link to fill out our application form. If we are interested in learning more about you, we will reach out via email.