Photography Studio Photographer and Instructor

Job overview

The Photography Studio Photographer and Instructor opportunity is onsite in Albany, NY, and compensation is based on a profit-share arrangement rather than hourly pay. Higher Ground Integrated Human Services provides access to studio space, scheduling coordination, marketing support, and a built-in audience for classes and creative programming. The photographer operates and grows the studio, teaches beginner photography classes, and develops sessions and workshops. The role combines instruction, studio operations, and business development, with the photographer retaining 60% of gross photography-related revenue and Higher Ground retaining 40% as a studio and facility rental fee.

What you'll do

• Design and teach beginner photography classes
• lead small-group classes and hands-on sessions
• coordinate class schedules
• operate and maintain the studio
• keep the space organized and ready
• develop classes, workshops, and session packages
• assist with promotional content
• collaborate on scheduling and marketing
• build repeat client and student interest.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

photographer

photography instruction

beginner photography classes

studio operations

photography workshops

profit share

albany ny

higher ground ihs

60% photographer revenue

40% studio fee

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Access to photography studio space
• scheduling coordination
• marketing and promotional support
• booking infrastructure if applicable
• built-in audience for classes and creative programming.

Why this role

This is described as a business partnership-style profit-share opportunity, not employment. The photographer collects payments, manages their own taxes, and provides basic equipment unless otherwise agreed.

About the employer

Higher Ground IHS is hiring for this role. Industry: Photography Studios, Portrait. Sector: 54.