Content Buddy

Live in New York City

Hire a content buddy.

Find a local content buddy for iPhone photos and videos, from a quick outfit shoot to a day exploring New York.

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One friend taking an iPhone photo of another on the cobblestones in DUMBO, with the Manhattan Bridge arching behind her

Hi, Content Buddy is a new concept:

We’re currently beta testing the Content Buddy concept in New York City: introducing you to great iPhone photographers who help you make IG-worthy content.

What we’re working towards is booking and payment in one place, and expanding beyond New York City.

Get on our list for other cities

Tell us where you're based and we'll email you when Content Buddy lands there.

What does it cost?

Prices are estimates. Each buddy sets their own rates. Confirm the details and pay your buddy directly.

30 minutes ~$50

Get the shot at that spot you’ve had saved.

1 hour ~$75

More time to try different angles and get photos you love.

2 hours ~$140

Bring a couple outfits and hit some spots nearby.

3 hours ~$200

Make an afternoon of it and get those NYC photos you’ve been wanting.

Browse buddies

How it works

  1. 1Pick

    Pick your buddy and message them

    • Browse portfolios, rates and reviews.
    • Compare until one feels right.
    • Message them from their profile.

    Maya

    5.0 (1 review)

    Nora

    5.0 (1 review)

    June

    5.0 (1 review)

  2. 2Shoot

    Do your shoot

    • Meet at a spot you both pick.
    • Your buddy directs and keeps it easy.
    • One, two or three hours. Your call.
    Two women taking iPhone photos together on a New York City streetTwo friends taking iPhone photos together at the DUMBO waterfront
  3. 3Photos

    Get your photos and videos

    • AirDrop before you say goodbye.
    • Originals, unedited, all yours.
    • No gallery link to wait for.

Meet some of our NYC content buddies

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Verified portfolioThea, content buddy

Thea

5.0(1 review)

Founder and CEO of Content Buddy. 15 years behind the camera.

Not currently accepting shoots

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Verified portfolioMaya, content buddy

Maya

Demo

$75/hr

5.0(1 review)

I shoot outfit and lifestyle content around the city. Relaxed, quick and ready to post.

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Find your buddy

What you can create with your buddy

Outfit photos
Hot girl photos
Lifestyle content
Short videos

Popular NYC spots

Find a backdrop you love. You and your content buddy will confirm your shoot location and public meeting point before you meet. All spot photos below are AI-generated examples.

SoHo streets

Cast-iron facades, cobblestones and downtown street style.

AI-generated shoot example at SoHo streets

Central Park stroll

Leafy paths, lakeside light and relaxed park portraits.

AI-generated shoot example at Central Park stroll

Brooklyn Bridge

Iconic stone arches, sweeping cables and skyline backdrops.

AI-generated shoot example at Brooklyn Bridge

The High Line

Greenery, elevated walkways, and city buildings. A mix of nature and NYC.

AI-generated shoot example at The High Line
See all NYC spots →

Love taking photos of your friends? Want to get paid to do it?

Apply to become a content buddy. Share your iPhone work and Instagram, and our team reviews every application personally before a profile goes live.

Buddy application

Questions

Ready when you are

Browse the content buddies available in New York City and message the one who feels right.

Find your buddy

Get on our list for other cities

Tell us where you're based and we'll email you when Content Buddy lands there.