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Photographer for birthday party 1 hour

$500

Joanna was fantastic! I highly recommend her for any event or lifestyle photography requirements.

Event photographer for a Melbourne Cup event in Sydney CBD.

$650

I am so grateful to Mike. He took photos at our party and they are wonderful. He delivered them all to me (online) 48hrs later. I highly recommend his photography service.

Photographer for small family birthday party

$200

He was really friendly and took really good pictures very patiently.

Graduation photo shoot for 2hrs

$85

Excellent job guys! Proactive communication regarding the job and editing work was highly appreciated.

Videography and Photography for a Corporate Event

$350

Huy came in time, took beautiful photos, sent the photos very next day. Very happy with the team. Thanks.

First birthday event photos

$150

What's the average cost of a event photographer

$200 - $400

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$200

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$270

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$400

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Why book an event photographer through Airtasker?

Got a special occasion coming up? Let an event photographer capture moments while you enjoy being in them.

We know the struggle of taking quality, candid shots. Weddings and parties can get hectic, while concerts and shows can get loud and even chaotic. You also need to have the right equipment and skills. Plus, there are camera settings and techniques, editing, and printing to consider.

Worry no more because Airtasker has a solution. Simply post your task with event details and budget on the platform, and you’ll be directed to the pros. Whatever occasion you have, they’ll be sure to capture the energy and immortalise memories that last a lifetime.

Hiring event photography services ensures picture-perfect shots, edited and ready for sharing or printing. Find your trusted event photographer on Airtasker today!

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Request a set price package, choose the best photographer you can afford, and keep your event costs under control.

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Event photography tasks typically receive offers from potential photographers within a few hours of the task being posted.

Top Event Photographers related questions

Any event where you’ll take lots of photos can benefit from having a professional behind the lens. Weddings, engagement parties, graduations, formals, birthdays, trade shows, and conferences commonly book an event photographer.

Yes. If your event is at night or it's an overcast day, your photographer will be equipped with the right camera, lighting, and editing tools to produce quality photos.

Besides professionalism and positive reviews, you should take a look at your photographer's portfolio to know if their style suits your event and needs.

Typically, digital copies are ready within a week. But this depends on the number of photos, the length and type of event, and whether you're getting raw or edited images. Printed copies may also extend the turnaround time.

Definitely! Whether for an artist or band, a music photographer can help you creatively express personality and music genre visually. Plus, your Tasker can assist with the photoshoot backdrop’s design and style.

Capturing live and excessive movements during a concert is a daunting task. Don't risk getting blurry or overexposed photos from sporadic lighting and hyper-audience effects. A concert photographer knows the best techniques, angles, and camera settings to get perfect shots.

The cost depends on the event type. For example, concerts and parties can range from $150 to $1,500. Headshots are quite basic and can be as low as $40, while weddings can cost up to $3,000.

Definitely! You can hire several Taskers to help you with any event. From planning and organising to serving guests and cleaning up afterwards, Airtasker offers various services. You can also find entertainers like musicians, magicians, DJs, and hosts.

What does event photographers service include?

Your event photographer will coordinate all pre-session details with you so they're fully equipped with the gear tailored to your venue, lighting, and crowd size.


They'll also include photos of the aesthetics and all other details to cover every aspect of your special occasion, guaranteeing a diverse collection of party pictures. If you're booking for the first time, here are the available event photography services:


  • Wedding Photography

Whether you need coverage for the entire day or just specific moments like the ceremony and reception, a wedding photographer expertly captures the beauty of your big day. They preserve your cherished memories through high-resolution photos you can look back on.


  • Indoor Concert Photography

A concert photographer takes stunning images reflecting the vibrant energy, intensity, and passion of live performances. Since they're pros at handling stage lighting and shadows, they can skillfully document iconic moments such as artist interactions and crowd excitement.


  • Music Festival Photography

Similar to concert photography, it's best to get experts who can snap the essence of music festivals. There's a wide range to cover, from main-stage events and attractions to hidden gems in the crowd. You can also elevate your festival memories with aerial shots through a drone photography service.


  • Graduation Ceremony and Celebration Documentation

Finishing school is a big milestone and demands quality graduation pictures. From capturing the emotion of receiving your diploma to candid shots of hugs and handshakes, a graduation photographer ensures you get breathtaking photos that encapsulate this momentous occasion.


  • Graduation Portraits

If you want formal graduation photos, you can opt for studio shots. With the perfect lighting, backdrop, and equipment for half-body or full-body portraits, a graduation photographer can commemorate the pride of your achievement.


  • Anniversary Party Photography

Another milestone occasion is anniversaries, and a party photographer can take care of capturing the love and joy of such events. Whether tin, pearl, or golden anniversary, hired Taskers preserve heartfelt moments, allowing you to reminisce and cherish your relationship journey.


  • Birthday and Themed Party Photography

Relax and enjoy your celebration while a party photographer films the fun. Your party pictures will cover all the details, from setup and decorating to cake cutting, dancing, and other festivities.


  • Corporate Event Photography

From conferences to holiday parties, an event photographer tailors an approach based on your requests. They can take photos highlighting your branding, staff, products, and services. These high-quality images will be perfect for your website, blog, or social media.


  • Photo Editing

Skilled photo editors can polish your pictures to perfection to achieve your desired aesthetic, colour scheme, and theme. When they're done, you'll receive copies for posting and sharing.

Recent Event Photographers tasks

Photographer for a birthday party

$300

Mosman NSW 2088, Australia

27th Aug 2026

Private Home birthday party for a 50th - approx 80 people - take photos throughout evening including after speeches eg dancefloor and crowd - approx 3 hours time - a few family shots at early evening time

Graduation photography

$150

Southbank VIC 3006, Australia

26th Aug 2026

Take professional pictures of my girlfriend for her graduation with family friends. 50 - 60 pictures and from 1:15 pm - 2:15 pm. Location will be at the Royal Botanic Gardens Victoria - Melbourne Gardens.

Child birthday party photographer

$200

Mount Waverley VIC 3149, Australia

26th Aug 2026

We are looking for an experienced, friendly roaming photographer to capture candid moments, key highlights, and family shots at our child's birthday party.  The main focus is capturing natural interactions, kids having fun, and key moments like cake cutting and group photos without feeling overly posed.  Date: 13 Sep Duration: 1.30-3.30pm Location: Mount Waverley Event Type: Children’s Birthday Party Key Requirements: Coverage: Roaming style – capturing decor, guests arriving, kids playing, family/group portraits, and cake cutting.  Deliverables: Full resolution, edited high-res digital photos. Please include lead time in your response.

5th birthday party photography

$150

Ottoway SA 5013, Australia

26th Aug 2026

I'm looking for someone to photograph my daughter's 5th birthday party at a local community centre for 2 hours. Just looking for candid, diary style photos to capture the little moments, and the cake cutting/ birthday song. Pics can be taken on a phone and shared to a google drive. No need for editing post session.

Childrens party

$270

Sandringham VIC 3191, Australia

26th Aug 2026

**Event Photographer for Child’s 4th Birthday – Sandringham** We’re looking for a friendly and experienced photographer to capture our daughter’s third birthday celebration in Sandringham. **Event details:** * Date: 10 October * Time: 3:00 pm–5:00 pm * Location: Sandringham, Victoria * Duration: Two hours The photographer will capture natural, candid photos of the children playing, along with family photos, decorations and key moments throughout the celebration. You must: * Be friendly, approachable and comfortable mingling with young children and families * Photograph throughout the full two-hour event * Have your own professional photography equipment * Complete all post-production and editing * Provide the finished high-resolution digital images following the event A current Working with Children Check is preferred. When applying, please include examples of your previous event or family photography, your expected turnaround time and the approximate number of edited images provided.

Birthday party phoyographer

$300

Mulgrave VIC 3170, Australia

26th Aug 2026

Needing an event photographer for 3 hours 1pm-4pm on 1/11 in Mulgrave

Photography and video for teenage tennis event

$120

Pennant Hills NSW 2120, Australia

26th Aug 2026

need photography and video of charity girls youth tennis event

Photographer Needed for Tinkerbell Fairy 6th birthday party

$150

Ravenhall VIC 3023, Australia

25th Aug 2026

🧚‍♀️📸 Photographer Needed for Tinkerbell Fairy Pamper Birthday Party I’m looking for a friendly and experienced photographer to capture my daughter’s special birthday celebration. 📅 Date: Saturday, 19 September 2026 📍 Location: Landing Play Centre, Ravenhall VIC ⏰ Time: 2:30pm – 4:00pm 📸 Photography required: 1.5 hours 💰 Budget: Up to $150 This is a Tinkerbell-themed fairy pamper party, so I’d love someone who can capture all the magical, fun and special moments throughout the celebration. 🧚‍♀️✨ I’d particularly like photos of: 🧚‍♀️ The surprise Tinkerbell guest arriving and my daughter’s genuine reaction ✨ Her interactions, hugs, dancing, games and special moments with Tinkerbell 👧 Lots of fun moments with her friends — laughing, playing, dancing and enjoying the pamper/fairy activities 💆‍♀️ The girls enjoying the pamper party activities 🎂 Birthday cake, candles and cake-cutting 🎈 Candid moments and natural interactions 👨‍👩‍👧 Family and group photos 🧚‍♀️ Fairy-themed decorations, setup and special details ❤️ Beautiful photos capturing the excitement, happiness and emotions of the day The Tinkerbell surprise is a very special part of the party, so I’d particularly love the photographer to capture her face and genuine reaction when she sees Tinkerbell for the first time, as well as their interactions afterwards. I’m looking for someone who is comfortable photographing children and who can capture natural, candid and fun moments, rather than only posed photographs. Ideally, I’d like to receive the edited digital photos after the party. Please let me know if you are available on Saturday 19 September from 2:30pm–4:00pm, and what you can offer within my $150 budget. Thank you! 🧚‍♀️💗✨

Professional event Photographer needed - Sydney

$10

Queenscliff NSW 2096, Australie

22nd Aug 2026

Looking for a professional photographer to cover an event in Sydney on Saturday evening. • Duration: Approximately 2–3 hours • Location: Sydney — exact location to be confirmed • Event: Private/social event • Coverage: Candid moments, guests, atmosphere, key moments and group photos • Deliverables: High-resolution digital images • Editing: Basic editing preferred • Experience: Professional event photography experience required Looking for someone friendly, reliable and confident working in a fast-moving event environment.

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Amazing photography and a great experience from start to finish. The photos were fantastic, communication was excellent, and the energy throughout the event was great. Professional, friendly and easy to work with. Highly recommended!

UNSW Graduation Photoshoot (Friday, 21 August)

$100

Sydney NSW 2000, Australia

19th Aug 2026

I am looking for a photographer to capture some nice photos of my family and I on my husband’s graduation day at UNSW. We are hoping to get some photos before the ceremony begins (at 6:00PM), so would likely need to meet with the photographer at sometime between 3:00-4:30PM. Ideally, we would like to hire a photographer for at least 60 minutes. - Due date: Needs to be done on Friday, 21 August 2026

Thank you so much to Fadlan for making my husband’s graduation day so special! We are absolutely in love with photos and very happy with his service and professionalism- Fadlan was so easy to work with and made us feel like models! Would 100% recommend and look forward to working together in the future.

Photographer for 5th Birthday party in Burwood

$200

Burwood East VIC 3151, Australia

15th Aug 2026

UPDATE: Please note , as it’s a children’s birthday party, I’d like all photos to remain private and not be used on social media, websites, portfolios or for any promotional purposes. Task: Hi! I’m looking for a photographer to capture my daughter’s 5th birthday party. Date: Saturday 22 August 2026 Time: 12:30pm–2:30pm (2 hours) Location: Burwood one shopping centre- Top Fun Kids Cafe, Burwood VIC Event: Kids’ 5th birthday party – K-Pop Demon Hunters theme I’m looking for someone with a natural, bright photography style, who is comfortable photographing children and can capture a mixture of: * Natural/candid moments of the birthday girl and children playing * Birthday girl and family photos * Photos with guests * Cake set up, cutting, decorations and other special moments Please include all usable high-resolution digital photos from the 2-hour event, with basic editing/colour correction. When making an offer, please send through a link or examples of your previous kids’ birthday/event photography, approximately how many edited photos would be provided, and your expected turnaround time. Thanks!

Evangelia was wonderful to work with! She was very approachable, gentle and friendly, and was great with the kids. She was very proactive throughout the party and easy yo work with. It was lovely having her there for our daughter’s special day. Highly recommend!

Photography for 18th birthday party

$120

Taylors Hill VIC 3037, Australia

12th Aug 2026

Photography for 2 hours at home for an 18th birthday party. Date : 15th August Time : 8-10 pm Location : Taylors Hill

Dimi was punctual and spent a lot of time capturing some lovely snaps. Super tasker. Thanks Dimi

Party Photography

$400

Darlinghurst NSW 2010, Australia

2nd Aug 2026

Milestone birthday photography 6pm - 8pm

Ernita did a fantastic job capturing photos of a milestone birthday. She was so friendly and fun, made sure we got all the shots we wanted and edited the photos promptly. Highly recommend!

Photographer needed for birthday party tonight

$250

Surry Hills NSW 2010, Australia

1st Aug 2026

Last minute ask - I’m looking for a photographer for my birthday party tonight at a venue in Surry Hills from 7-10pm. Will be a fun and colourful crowd. I am only looking for digital copies after the event. Not print. Must be LGBTQ+ friendly.

Fantastic experience working with Ernita. Amazing capture of my party. Such a pleasure to work with her

Photographer for kid's party

$250

Roseville NSW 2069, Australia

29th Jul 2026

Kid's 4th birthday party Take photos of the event, the birthday boy, the people, the activities and cutting of the cake, etc. Time: 10.30am to 1pm Location: To be shared when the job is locked in.

I am so pleased I booked Iffa to take photos at my son’s birthday party. She was personable, professional and met my expectations - I highly recommend her!

Event Photography

$250

Surry Hills, New South Wales

29th Jul 2026

Looking for a photographer to take pictures for a workshop event in which my partner will be teaching to a group 35-40 people: Focus Areas & Key Shots: 1. Teaching & Facilitating: Dynamic shots of my partner presenting, demonstrating lettering techniques, and engaging with the full group of 35–40 participants. 2. Student Engagement: Wide and medium shots capturing the overall atmosphere, active participation, and students immersed in their assignments. 3. Hands-on Interaction: Candid, close-up, and medium shots of her guiding students one-on-one, providing feedback, and reviewing their artwork. 4. Detail & Process Shots: Close-ups of lettering in progress, hands working with tools/pens, and finished or in-progress artwork. (Note: Please avoid taking close-ups that clearly show students' faces. If a student's face must be included in a shot, please ask for their permission first.) Additional Event Details: Event Type: Lettering Design Workshop Overall Event Time: 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM (2 Hours total) Photography Hours Required: 1 Hour — 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM (the final hour of the workshop) Group Size: 35–40 Attendees Deliverables: High-resolution digital images for website, social media, and promotional marketing use.

Andrew is punctual, professional and great to work with. The photos and editing meet our requirements and request at the beginning. We love them and definitely hope to work with him again in the future for our other projects.

1st Birthday Party

$200

Kellyville NSW 2155, Australia

29th Jul 2026

Looking for a photographer to cover a 1st birthday party on Saturday 1st between 10.45am to 2pm. In a community hall.

Professional, punctual and captured our special event beautifully. Thanks Sanaz!

Photographer for my dance event party in Marrickville

$240

Marrickville NSW 2204, Australia

24th Jul 2026

Task Description: I'm hosting a lively dance event party and need a female photographer to capture the fun! The event will have around 200 guests, and I want to ensure we get at least one photo of every guest, plus dynamic shots while they're dancing (so specialised in movements shots), group photos, and those special smiling moments on the dance floor. Key requirements: Must be female Experience photographing fast movements and in varied lighting conditions (e.g., party lights, dim venues). Ability to handle a high-energy environment and get candid, high-quality shots. Event timing: 8:30 PM to 11:15 PM (about 2.75 hours). Please include in your offer: Your portfolio or examples of similar event photography (especially dance or party shoots).

Thank you Tianna for such great work! She was punctual and we think she captured the atmosphere beautifully ✨ You can see all the different moments of the party. There are some really fantastic shots in there as well that I can't wait to post, hoping we will be able to hire Tianna again for another event. Thank you!

Photographer for Birthday Party

$360

Panorama SA 5041, Australia

21st Jul 2026

Photographer needed for Birthday Party 🎉📸 I am looking for a friendly, professional photographer to capture birthday celebration. Details: Friday 14 August Hotel panorama Function room 7:00pm – 10:00pm (3 hours) approximately To capture: • Candid moments • Family/friends enjoying celebrations • Group photos • Special moments throughout the evening • The atmosphere on the night This is a relaxed / fun party and needs someone with warm, friendly style who can blend in with guests while capturing memories. Please provide: • Examples of previous event photography Thank you

Santiago was helpful and professional from our first communication. He did a great job on the night capturing the moments and memories for my special occasion. I would recommend his work and service.

Event photographer

$150

Prahran VIC 3181, Australia

15th Jul 2026

Need a photographer for an event. 120 people in attendance. Just after 1 photographer for 1.5 hours to take photos and send digital following.

Thanks so much Ty for all of your help! Would highly recommend