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For Photographers & Videographers

Find Your Next
Second Shooter

Connect with talented assistants and second shooters in your area. Book verified professionals for your next project.

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The Challenge

Finding Reliable Help Has Been Hard

The photography industry has lacked a dedicated platform for connecting studios with skilled second shooters.

For Studios - The Old Way

  • Asking photographer friends or posting in Facebook groups, hoping for responses
  • No way to verify skills or reliability before hiring
  • Asking the same questions to many people, looking at portfolios across platforms
  • Sending contracts manually (or forgetting!), scrambling for W9s at year-end
  • Starting from scratch with every single job

For Second Shooters - The Old Way

  • Constantly monitoring Facebook groups and forums for opportunities
  • Getting lost in a sea of responses with no way to stand out
  • No way to build lasting credibility or showcase your track record
  • Starting from scratch every time you saw a job posting
The Solution

A Better Way to Connect

For Studios

Find the Perfect Second Shooter

  • Post jobs with specific requirements
  • 10+ point matching criteria so you see candidates that match your style and needs
  • Quickly see who is available on your date
  • See complete profiles with reviews, portfolios and gear lists
  • Automate the contract process for new team members
  • Review your contract and easily get invoices and send payments
  • Only pay for jobs where you get valid results
Register as Studio
For Assistants

Get Hired for Your Skills

  • Showcase your portfolio
  • Get matched to the best jobs in your area
  • List your gear and skills
  • Connect your calendar so you don't waste time with jobs you're not available for
  • Set your rates and travel radius
  • Build your reputation with reviews
  • Get matched for free — or subscribe to see all jobs in your area and reach out to studios
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How It Works

Built for Creatives

Smart Matching

Automatically matches the right candidates to the right jobs based on style, gear, experience, availability, area, and more.

Automated Contracts

Studios keep second shooting contracts on file for easy automated process for signing new seconds.

Simple Booking

Post your job requirements, review applicants, and hire the perfect match. All in one platform.

Browse Portfolios

View work samples, gear lists, and verified reviews before making your decision. Quality you can trust.

Two-Way Reviews

Both studios and assistants can leave reviews after each job. Build your reputation and find reliable collaborators.

Location-Based Search

Set your search radius and find talent nearby. Whether you need someone for a local wedding or a destination shoot, we've got you covered.

Quick Start

Get Started in Seconds

1

Create Your Profile

Studios and Second Shooters sign up free. Build your profile with your portfolio, gear, and skills.

2

Connect

Each job listing gets matched to Second Shooters. Browse portfolios, gear, styles and experience. Message your top candidates and mark them as favorites.

3

Hire

Notify your choice, sign the contract electronically, and get details in one step.

4

Shoot with Confidence

Confirm details and get the job done. Leave reviews and get payment info after the job.

Pricing

Simple, Transparent Pricing

Assistants get listed and hired for free. Studios pay only when they find the right match.

Free for Second Shooters

Create your profile, get matched to jobs, and get hired — all at no cost. Upgrade only if you want to browse and apply to all jobs proactively.

Sign Up Free
For Studios

Pay Per Job — $10

Post a single job, view matched candidates, message them, and hire. Pay only when you post — no subscription required.

Post a Job

Monthly Subscriptions

For power users who want unlimited access

For Studios

Studio Pro

$19 /month
  • Unlimited job postings
  • View all candidates in your area
  • Contract templates & e-signatures
  • Direct messaging
Get Studio Pro
For Assistants

Second Shooter Pro

$9 /month
  • Browse all job listings
  • Message studios directly
  • Priority in search results
  • Email notifications for new jobs
Get Pro
Best Value

All Access

$25 /month
  • Everything in Studio Pro
  • Everything in Second Shooter Pro
  • Hire and get hired
  • Save $3/month vs. separate plans
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