Lead Luau Photographer

Lead Luau Photographer

Full-Time | Year-Round | OTE:$60,000+/year

About the Role

Hawaii Family Portraits is looking for a Lead Luau Photographer to run our photography program at the Royal Kona Resort luau. You'll be the face of HFP at this partner property, capturing high-quality images of guests, leading a small team of photographers on-site, and driving luau photo package sales that keep this resort partnership thriving. This is a hands-on leadership role for someone who loves shooting in a challenging, fast-paced, guest-facing environment and can mentor other photographers to shoot and sell at a high standard. The company provides all equipment.
What You'll Do

Shoot professional-quality portraits and candid photos of guests at the Royal Kona Resort luau
Lead and coach a small team of luau photographers on shooting technique, guest interaction, and sales approach during live events
Drive on-site photo package sales, hitting per-event and monthly revenue targets
Maintain consistent image quality, lighting, and composition standards across the team
Serve as the primary on-site point of contact for Royal Kona Resort staff, resolving day-of issues quickly and professionally
Set up, break down, and troubleshoot HFP-provided equipment (cameras, lighting, printers/kiosks) before and during events
Cull & edit, and print photos quickly while maintaining a high-quality standard.
Track attendance, sales performance, and guest feedback; report trends back to HFP leadership
Help train new photographers joining the Royal Kona luau photo team.
Field customer inquiries about photos, packages, and orders (before, during, and after the luau) via phone, email, or text, and follow up promptly on unanswered guest messages
What We're Looking For

2+ years of professional photography experience, ideally in events, portraits, or hospitality settings
Prior experience leading, training, or mentoring other photographers or staff
Strong sales instincts and comfort upselling in a live, guest-facing setting
Excellent people skills. Warm, patient, and quick on your feet with guests of all ages
Reliable and organized; comfortable managing gear and event logistics without close supervision
Comfortable using or learning to use AI-assisted workflows. (Claude, Imagine, Aftershoot, etc.)
Must work evenings and holidays.
Valid driver's license and reliable transportation to the Royal Kona Resort
Compensation & Benefits

OTE:$60,000/year (base + commission + tips)
Full-time, year-round position
Benefits: Healthcare, Dental, Vision, PTO
Benefits:

Dental insurance
Health insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
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