Photo Assistant Invoice Template

Create professional photo assistant invoices for photography shoots with clear project references and shoot dates. This photo assistant invoice template supports day rates, half-day rates, overtime, kit fees, studio support, and local travel—ideal for photography crew members billing photographers, studios, and agencies with clean documentation. Download instantly in PDF, Word, or Excel format.

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What to Include on a Photo Assistant Invoice

Photo assistant invoices should be tied to a specific shoot and show dates and rates clearly.

Project details
  • Project name
  • Shoot dates
  • Role (optional)
  • Client/agency (optional)
Common photo assistant line items
  • Day rate
  • Half-day rate
  • Overtime (hours)
  • Kit/gear fee
  • Studio support
  • Local travel/mileage
Totals
  • Subtotal, tax (if applicable), total due
  • Payment terms and reference notes

Photo Assistant Day Rates and Overtime

Photo production work is commonly billed using day rates.

Typical structure
  • Day rate for standard shoot days
  • Half-day rate for short calls (when agreed)
  • Overtime billed as hours when shoots run long
Separating day rates and overtime helps production teams approve invoices quickly.

Roles and Responsibilities to Reference on Invoices

Photo assistants can fill different roles depending on the shoot.

Common roles
  • 1st assistant
  • 2nd assistant
  • Digital tech (when applicable)
  • Studio assistant
Including the role can help clients route invoices to the right project budget.

Kit Fees, Studio Support, and Travel Charges

Additional charges should be clear and agreed.

Common extras
  • Kit/gear fee for equipment provided
  • Studio support tasks
  • Local travel or mileage
Itemizing these prevents confusion and keeps invoices aligned with shoot expectations.

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