Freelance School Photographer & Videographer

Splaat Photo


Job Summary

Join Splaat Photo’s award-winning team as a freelance school photographer or videographer. We offer full training and kit for trainees and higher rates for experienced professionals with high-quality kit. Enjoy flexible, term-time work capturing dynamic school life across the UK.

Job Description

Splaat Photo is an award-winning school event photography company. We capture high-quality, dynamic images of school life – from sports fixtures and drama performances to music concerts, prize-givings and candid moments. Our aim is to create cherished memories for families while prioritising children’s safety, privacy and exceptional service.

Key responsibilities:

Photograph a range of school events, including sports, drama, music, prize-givings and school life.
Create a positive atmosphere with children, staff and parents.
Follow safeguarding and data protection protocols (full training provided).
Pay & hours:

Inexperienced photographers start from £12.71 per hour. Rates increase based on skills, experience, performance and feedback.

Flexible hours with regular work during term time. Working hours vary between 5 and 35 hours per week.

Location:

We are recruiting photographers to work primarily with schools in London, with additional opportunities across the Home Counties, the West Midlands and Yorkshire.

Splaat Photo operates a safer recruitment process. Enhanced DBS and references required.

Full details & an information video can be found here: https://www.splaatphoto.co.uk/careers

Applications close midnight on 31st January.

Job Requirements

Passion for photography.
Confident, professional and reliable.
Organised and punctual.
Strong technical skills, including manual camera controls (shutter speed, aperture and ISO).
Access to a laptop or desktop for image uploads.
High-quality mirrorless or DSLR camera kit suitable for school photography.
Full UK driving licence and access to a car preferred.

Job Overview

  • Job Title: Freelance School Photographer & Videographer
  • Salary: £20k-£25k
  • Hours:
    Part time
  • Artform: Photography
  • Role: Creative
  • Contract: Contract
  • Closing date: Sat, 23 May 2026

  • Location:

    East
    London
    South East

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