Role overview

Grad Photography Welcome Host Location: Victoria
Job Type: Seasonal
Dates:Oct 26 - Dec 18 (no sessions the week of November 9).
About the Role:Are you friendly, detail-oriented, and love working with people? We’re looking for a Grad Photography Welcome Host for approximately 7 weeks to help create a fun, efficient, and memorable experience for graduating students on their photo day.
This is a perfect opportunity for someone with a warm personality, excellent multitasking skills, and an interest in events, customer service, or the creative industry.
What You'll Do:

Greet and check in graduating students for scheduled photo sessions.
Help clients with graduation gowns, v-stoles, and regalia.
Support customers with basic ordering questions.
Ensure each visitor has a smooth and positive experience.
Keep the front-of-house area/coffee station clean, organized, and welcoming.
Respond to client inquiries.
Work closely with photographers to maintain a steady photo session flow.

What You Bring:

Friendly, upbeat, and professional demeanor.
Excellent communication and people skills.
Great with organization, multitasking, and staying calm under pressure.
Basic computer literacy.
Team player with a can-do attitude and attention to detail.
Experience working in hospitality and events.
Must be comfortable standing, walking, and helping clients with regalia.

Schedule & Environment:

Seasonal, 8-hour shifts, Oct 26 - Dec 18 — mostly weekday afternoons/evenings.
Paid training in Vancouver on October 24th.
Casual but professional dress code.
Fun, fast-paced environment.
No photography experience required!

Why Join Us?Mountain West Studios is one of Western Canada’s leading school and grad photography companies. We’re passionate about celebrating milestones and delivering lasting memories — and we love working with positive, reliable people who care about service and detail.

Apply Today!If this sounds like a good fit, we’d love to hear from you! Only applicants living in the Victoria, BC area and available for an in-person interview will be considered.