Photography Assistant Intern (Part Time)

The Powder Room Studio LA · Los Angeles, CA

  • Part-time

About the role

About the Role

A high-end celebrity and fashion photographer is offering an exciting internship opportunity for a motivated Photo Intern. This role is designed for someone who wants hands-on experience in the entertainment, fashion, and photography industry and is eager to learn directly alongside a working photographer. This position is unpaid. Compensation is educational experience with opportunities to shadow and contribute to real projects.

What You'll Do

  • Assist directly with the photographer's day-to-day tasks in studio and on set
  • Help with studio organization, scheduling, and shoot preparation
  • Support during shoots with equipment setup, note-taking, and coordination
  • Assist with image/file organization and basic post-shoot tasks
  • Shadow and learn how to liaise with stylists, glam teams, and production crews
  • Take part in special projects (social media support, research, production tasks) as needed

What You'll Gain

  • First-hand experience working in a celebrity, fashion, and entertainment photography environment
  • Insight into how shoots are produced from start to finish (pre-production to post-production)
  • Mentorship from a professional photographer working at the highest levels
  • Exposure to creative teams, stylists, and industry professionals
  • A strong resume/portfolio credit for future opportunities in photography, production, or creative industries

Ideal Candidate

  • Highly motivated, detail-oriented, and organized
  • Comfortable in fast-paced, high-pressure settings
  • Professional, respectful, and eager to learn
  • Strong interest in photography, production, or fashion/entertainment
  • Proficiency with Google Drive, basic photo editing tools (Photoshop/Lightroom), and social media is a plus

Requirements

  • Must be based in Los Angeles and have reliable transportation
  • Available to work flexible hours, including occasional evenings or weekends
  • Minimum commitment of 15–20 hours per week (schedule flexible around school or other work)
  • College credit available if applicable

**Job Type:** Part-time

**Work Location:** In person

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