teaching photography jobs in Melbourne VIC

Looking to build your photography skills, or add guaranteed seasonal work to your existing schedule?

SchoolPix is hiring enthusiastic School Photographers for our busy 2027 school season, running from January to May 2027.

Whether you're an aspiring photographer looking for hands-on experience or an established freelancer wanting steady weekday income, this role offers great variety and a supportive team culture.

Why You’ll Love This Role

• Travel to schools all over Melbourne - fresh scenery every day
• Work with kids and capture genuine smiles
• Professional photography gear (we supply professional equipment and full training)
• Competitive hourly rate
• Early starts (some days from 6am)
• Weekends & School holidays off - perfect work-life balance
• Join a fun, energetic and supportive photography team

About SchoolPix

For over 40 years, SchoolPix has been one of Victoria’s leading school photography companies, known for our friendly photographers, outstanding service, and commitment to quality. We take pride in creating genuine smiles and delivering photographs that families will treasure for years to come. What You’ll Be Doing

• Photograph students of all ages, including individual and sibling photos, at schools across Melbourne
• Set up and pack down professional photography equipment each day
• Ensure students look their best (tidy hair, uniforms, and bring out those smiles)
• Engage positively with kids and school staff to create a smooth photo day

What You’ll Gain

This role offers a great variety and valuable experience that you can take anywhere:

• Confidence in engaging with people of all ages
• Excellent communication and organisation skills
• Attention to detail and pride in presentation
• Teamwork and collaboration in a supportive, high-energy environment
• Experience in fast-paced, dynamic environments
• The satisfaction of creating memories that last a lifetime

About You

• A love of photography
• A friendly, high-energy attitude and great communication skills.
• You’re reliable, organised, and enjoy working in a team
• You stay calm and positive under pressure
• Photography experience is great, but not essential - we’ll train you!
• Available 4-5 days a week
• Able to obtain a Working With Children Check (Employee)
• Have reliable access to a vehicle & own a valid driver’s licence

Why Join SchoolPix

• Full photography training - no experience needed
• All professional gear and vehicles supplied
• Fun, supportive, and high-energy team environment
• Great opportunity to expand your network within the photography industry
• Perfect seasonal role for photographers looking to stay active between other projects
• Opportunities for future roles and development
• Weekends and school holidays off
• Be part of a company that values teamwork, positivity, and creating smiles every day

Capture smiles, create memories, and join a fun photography team!

Apply now! Please include a short cover letter telling us why you’d be a great fit.

Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

Job Types: Temporary, Casual
Contract length: 5 months

Pay: $33.00 – $36.00 per hour

Expected hours: 30.0 – 40.0 per week

Benefits:

• Employee mentoring program
• Professional development assistance

Licence/Certification:

• Full Driver Licence (Required)

Work Location: In person