Working Two Jobs: Cabin Crew & Photographer at Belle Hart Photography
- Belle Hart
- May 4
- 3 min read
If you’ve ever wondered what it’s like working two jobs, let me give you a very real, very honest insight into my life right now.
I’m currently balancing life as cabin crew for a low-cost airline based at Gatwick Airport, while also building my photography business, Belle Hart Photography.
It’s busy, unpredictable, sometimes exhausting… but also genuinely exciting.
Working Two Jobs Means No Two Days Look the Same
One of the biggest things about working two jobs is that there is no routine.
Some days I’m:
Waking up at 2am for a flight
Spending the day in the skies
Landing early in the mornings and going straight to sleep
Other days I’m:
Shooting a portrait session
Editing photos for hours
Planning content and replying to clients
It’s a constant switch between two completely different worlds.
The Mental Shift Is Real
Going from cabin crew mode to photographer mode is… a lot.
On one hand, working at Gatwick Airport means:
Fast-paced environment
Customer-facing energy
Long, physically demanding days
Then suddenly I’m back home:
Editing
Being creative
Running a business
Both roles require energy, just in completely different ways.
Building a Photography Business Alongside Working Two Jobs
Running Belle Hart Photography while working two jobs has honestly taught me so much.
I’ve had to learn how to:
Manage my time properly
Stay consistent (even when I’m tired)
Show up for my clients no matter what
Because at the end of the day, this business is something I’m really passionate about growing.
It’s Not Always Glamorous
Let’s be real for a second.
Working two jobs isn’t all aesthetic airport content and dreamy photoshoots.
Sometimes it looks like:
Editing late at night after a long shift
Feeling tired but still needing to show up
Trying to balance rest, work, and a social life
It can be overwhelming at times.
But It’s Also So Worth It
Even though working two jobs is challenging, it’s also incredibly rewarding.
I get to:
Travel - I'm so lucky to get travel benefits!
Meet new people every day
Build something that’s my own
And seeing my photography business grow alongside everything else makes it all feel worth it.
What I’ve Learned From Working Two Jobs
Here’s what this experience has taught me:
You don’t need everything figured out
Progress isn’t always linear
Consistency matters more than perfection
And most importantly: You’re allowed to build something for yourself alongside everything else you’re doing. Although cabin crew can be fun and exciting, I've decided it's not the job for me in the long-term...and that's okay! I'm on the path to building something that is hopefully going to be my job forever.
A Little Note If You’re Thinking About Booking a Shoot
If you’re looking for a photographer in Kent, I specialise in headshots, portraits and body confidence shoots. I love photographing PEOPLE, especially in my gorgeous home studio in Tonbridge!
You can:
I’ll guide you through everything from start to finish.
FAQ: Working Two Jobs
Is working two jobs exhausting?
It can be, especially when both roles require energy in different ways. But it’s manageable with the right balance. I get my cabin crew schedule out about 2 weeks prior to the start of a new month, so I can plan accordingly.
How do you manage your time?
Planning ahead and staying organised is key, especially around flight schedules. Luckily, I am on a fixed roster, allowing me to know when my days off will be for the whole year.
Do you still enjoy photography while working two jobs?
Yes, if anything, it makes me appreciate it even more. I'm always snapping pretty sunsets in the skies!
Would you recommend working two jobs?
If you’re building something you care about, it can be incredibly rewarding. I often find myself thinking about the business, making notes and thinking about my next shoot whilst in the skies. In that respect, it's hard to split your time so you don't fall behind in either jobs, but it's doable!
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