London Freelance Photographer Guide

Aperture Tours, an international photography tour company, is seeking skilled professional photographers to lead private photography tours in London.

About the role

We host private photography tours in cities around the world. Our clients range from complete beginners who have just taken their camera out of the box to experienced amateur and semi-professional photographers looking to discover the best places to photograph a city.

Most of our guests are aged between 40 and 60, and our largest markets are the United States, Canada and Australia. They come from all over the world, but they all share one thing: a genuine passion for photography.

As their guide, you will introduce them to your city through photography, help them get better images from their camera, show them the best locations and provide practical advice on technique, composition and settings. You will be both their local guide and their photography mentor.

The tours are enjoyable and informal, and our clients tend to be interesting, friendly people who are genuinely enthusiastic about photography.

Your responsibilities

• Host private photography tours for up to 4 guests, predominantly for 3 hours
• Teach photography fundamentals including aperture, shutter speed, ISO, manual settings and exposure
• Discuss composition, framing, lighting and photographic technique
• Be comfortable discussing a wide range of photographic styles and approaches
• Know Istanbul well and be able to identify and navigate to interesting photographic locations
• Adapt the tour to the guest's experience, interests and photographic goals
• Provide practical, real-time feedback to help guests improve their photography
• Keep your availability schedule up to date

The ideal candidate

• Currently works as a professional photographer
• Has at least 2 years of professional photography experience, or a relevant photography degree
• Has a professional photography website and portfolio
• Is proficient in English, particularly in photographic and technical terminology
• Additional languages are an advantage
• Has an outgoing, friendly personality and enjoys working with people
• Is available for flexible, freelance work, including occasional bookings with at least 24 hours' notice
• Is legally able to work as a freelance photographer in their country of residence and provide the required tax/invoicing documentation
• Has a background in street and/or landscape photography; preference will be given to candidates with these skills

Please visit the Aperture Tours website before applying to familiarise yourself with the type of tours we offer and what our clients can expect to learn.

Flexible freelance work

This is a flexible, freelance position on an as-needed basis. Our booking system allows you to maintain your own availability, so tours will only be booked on dates when you have indicated that you are free.

This means you can continue with your other photography work while taking on Aperture Tours when it suits you.

The number of tours can vary from a couple to around a dozen per month, depending on demand and your availability.

Portrait photography

For photographers with a strong portrait portfolio, we also offer private portrait sessions for couples, families and travellers celebrating occasions such as engagements, honeymoons and anniversaries. We arrange the clients and all you need to do is turn up and shoot.

Please see our Paris Portrait Session on the Aperture Tours website for an example of this service.

How to apply

Please provide:

• A link to your professional photography website and portfolio
• Your CV
• A brief statement about your photography and why you would be interested in working with Aperture Tours

Applications without a portfolio website will not be considered.

We look forward to hearing from you.

Payment

£105 per 3-hour photography tour, including applicable taxes and government fees, plus tips. Portrait shoots are arranged seperatly.

Payment is made monthly.

Pay: From £35.00 per hour

Application question(s):

• Your Website

Work Location: In person