how much do you pay for second shooters / how much are you paid as a second shooter?
i’m a beginner horse show photographer, and have been in contact with a photographer who’s interested in bringing me on as a second shooter. i’m honestly just happy to get the experience, but she mentioned discussing pay. i’m interested to see what that typically looks like before i talk to her.
It depends on how much the photographer is charging, not to mention country/area/niche etc. Of course you can’t ask that question to the photographer. Plus are you using his/her equipment or yours? Meals included? how many hours?
They will probably offer you a flat rate for the whole day (whatever that is, it could be from 6 to 12 hours, sometimes even more) If you are just beginning, looking to learn, charge something decent, just remember you are not an experienced 2nd shooter, be clear about what they expect from you and don’t do it for free, a lot of photographers abuse that position of saying “be grateful for the learning experience” fuck that.