Bella Baby Photography

Photographer

Des Moines, IA - Part Time

We're hiring in Des Moines, IA!

Job Opportunity: Part-Time Newborn Photographer Sales Associate

Are you confident, customer-oriented, and passionate about photography? We’re looking for an enthusiastic individual to join our team as a Part-Time Newborn Photographer Sales Associate. In this role, you’ll promote and sell newborn photography packages to families in a hospital setting, providing a meaningful experience for new parents.

Our Core Values:

  • Serve with Heart and Grace: We approach every family interaction with kindness, compassion, and a genuine desire to create lasting memories.
  • Active and Honest Communication: Open, clear, and consistent communication is key to building trust with families, hospital staff, and teammates alike.
  • Resourceful and Accountable: We take initiative, solve problems, and take responsibility for delivering an exceptional experience to every family we work with.

What We’re Looking For:

  • A strong communicator with sales and interpersonal skills.
  • Someone who can engage with families in a warm, empathetic way.
  • A candidate who can not only capture moments but also guide parents through purchasing the best photography package, maximizing sales and customer satisfaction.

Previous sales experience and a love for photography are a huge plus!

Why This Role? You’ll be working in a creative environment where your photography and sales skills directly impact families during a special time in their lives. If you’re confident, excel in connecting with people, and have a knack for sales, we’d love to have you on our team.

Responsibilities:

  • Schedule same-day mini-photo sessions (15 minutes each).
  • Pose and handle newborns and edit photos on-site.
  • Present photography packages, handle orders, and close sales.

What You Bring:

  • Strong organizational skills and ability to work independently.
  • Experience in sales is a plus.
  • Creativity and a passion for photography.
  • Family photography experience is preferred.
  • Proficiency in Adobe Lightroom Classic.
  • Reliable transportation and ability to lift up to 20 lbs of equipment.

Equipment Required:

  • DSLR or Mirrorless Camera with 18 MP or higher (no phone cameras).
  • Portrait lens with a fixed aperture preferred (F1.8 or F2.8).
  • Laptop with at least 513 GB storage and 16 GB memory.
  • Adobe Lightroom Classic.
  • Speedlite (external flash).

Schedule:

  • Start time: 9 AM.
  • Part-time: 2-3 days a week (including one weekend day).

Compensation Package:

  • Hourly plus Commission, Tips, and Bonuses: guaranteed $15 per hour, plus 20% of all sales, 100% of all tips, and opportunities for bonuses
  • Sales Bonuses: Additional incentives based on performance
  • Tips: You keep 100% of your tips
  • Perks: 
    • 401k eligibility
    • Discounts on travel and entertainment.
    • Hourly pay during training and continuous professional development.
    • $250 Onboarding Bonus (if applicable).
    • Increased holiday pay and equipment reimbursement

Who We Are: We specialize in capturing the natural beauty of newborns and their families through professional-grade hospital baby portraiture. Using natural light and top-tier equipment, we create timeless, heartfelt photographs.

Check out our work on Instagram: Bella Baby Photos.

Note: Hours and days may vary based on business needs. Employment is contingent on passing a background check and drug screen.

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