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Freelance School Photographer & Videographer - Trainee or Experienced, Splaat Photo

  •  UK-wide
  •  Â£20k-25k (pro rata)
  •  Part time
  •  Closes January 31, 2026
  •  Greg McClarnon
  •  greg@splaatphoto.co.uk
  • #Photography

Description

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 £12.21 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 Responsibilities

  • Photograph school events such as sports matches, performances, concerts, prize-givings and classroom activities.
  • Create a welcoming, positive environment for children, teachers and parents.
  • Follow safeguarding and data protection procedures at all times.
  • Travel to schools and manage bookings efficiently.
  • Work flexibly while maintaining high standards of service.
  • Represent Splaat Photo professionally and uphold our reputation for excellence and safety.
  • Full details and an information video can be found here:
  • https://www.splaatphoto.co.uk/careers

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How to Apply

To apply, please complete our online application form (https://www.splaatphoto.co.uk/careers) where you can submit your covering letter and portfolio. In your covering letter, tell us why you would be an excellent fit for this role. We review applications on a rolling basis and encourage you to apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment. Interviews will be scheduled as applications are received.

If you experience any issues submitting your application via the form, please email your application directly to [email protected] and copy in [email protected].

Splaat Photo operates a safer recruitment process. An enhanced DBS check will be required for successful candidates, along with two references at interview stage.

Contact name: Greg McClarnon
Contact email: [email protected]

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