Wedding Photographer

Wedding Photographer

@josevilla

Named 1 of the most influential photographers of our Decade by PDN. Top photographer in the World by @voguemagazine @HarpersBazaarus, @nytimes @forbes

549.4K

Followers

1.1K

Following

2.4K

Posts

5.43%

Engagement Rate

↑ +4.1% over 72d Macro tier Updated May 25, 2026

Account Overview

Profile summary and post performance

This account ranks at number 845 out of the 1606 creators we track. With a follower count of 549.4K, it is smaller than the median creator by a factor of 0.8. The profile is a verified photographer account with 2447 total posts. This high post volume and professional status confirm its position as a macro tier creator. The engagement rate of 5.43% sits well above the 0.94% median for this group. These figures indicate a highly active and responsive audience. The rest of the report breaks down specific audience demographics and peak interaction periods.

Account Info

Account Size Macro
Followers 549,384
Following 1,108
Posts 2,447
Verified Yes
Business Account Yes
Category Photographer

Post Performance

Posts Analyzed 12
Avg Likes per Post 29,526
Avg Comments per Post 319
Videos 0
Photos 12
Engagement Rate 5.43%

Follower Growth Over Time

How @josevilla's Instagram follower count has changed across IGDataHub's tracked snapshots. Hover any point for the exact value on that day.

+21.7K

Net Change

+4.1%

% Change

+301

Avg / Day

72

Days Tracked

16

Data Points

Tracked between May 6, 2026 (529,000 followers) and Jul 17, 2026 (550,684 followers).

The account grew from 529.0K to 549.4K followers over 52 days. This reflects an upward trend of about 20.4K new followers.

What the trajectory means

The account gained 20.4K followers over the tracked period. This upward trend makes @josevilla worth getting in on early as an emerging audience. The daily pace of 392 new followers provides a stable rate for campaign planning.

Engagement Analysis

Based on 12 recent posts

Platform Context

@josevilla ranks 91 out of 850 for engagement rate because its 5.43% performance sits well above the 0.94% median. This high percentage means the account generates more interaction per follower than most others in the corpus. Such a gap indicates an exceptionally active audience relative to the standard benchmark.

The engagement rate of 5.43% outperforms the median of 0.94% and ranks 91 out of 850 accounts. This indicates an audience that reacts much more than usual. High average likes of 29.5K per post suggest a strong baseline of passive approval from the followers. The comment volume of 319 per post shows a willingness to participate in conversation beyond just clicking a button. Reach reliability is limited by a low hit rate for explosive growth. Only 16.7% of recent posts doubled the average engagement while zero posts reached five times the account average. This suggests consistent performance but infrequent spikes into broader discovery. The audience is an active one.

29.5K

Avg Likes/Post

319

Avg Comments/Post

354.3K

Total Likes

3.8K

Total Comments

Engagement Rate

Compared to Macro tier benchmarks

Excellent for Macro

5.43%

(Likes + Comments) / Followers per post

Per-Post Engagement Trend

Engagement (likes + comments) for each of @josevilla's tracked recent posts, in upload order. Hover any point for the exact value.

Each data point is one post. Spikes indicate viral hits; flat stretches indicate steady content with consistent reach.

Best-Performing Post, Decomposed

What @josevilla's single biggest post had going for it — the patterns worth replicating.

Top post by @josevilla

108,167 likes · 1,436 comments

3.7× @josevilla's average post · 6.5× the median post.

"We took one evening during the three-day wedding celebration to create photographs in the beautiful green fields near Mont-Saint-Michel where the Wedding would be held the very next day. Mont-Saint-Michel has not seen a wedding hosted in its Abbey for nearly 1000 years.. you read"

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Photo

Format

Thursday

Day Posted

23:00 UTC

Hour Posted

Hashtags: #josevillapresets #sonyartisanofimagery #imagenai #voguewedding #notai

Content Analysis

Hashtags, keywords, captions, and top posts

The standout post achieved over six times the median engagement of this account. This specific piece shows a high like to comment ratio that suggests strong visual appeal. The caption length for top performing content is substantial and indicates that long form copy is an effective tool for this audience. Use the recurring hashtags as clear signals for your niche topics. Post approximately twice a month to maintain a consistent presence. Engagement averages are modest relative to follower count, so focus on steady volume rather than seeking rapid growth. This account has 549.4K followers.

Top Hashtags

#josevillapresets (10) #sonyartisanofimagery (8) #voguewedding (6) #imagen (4) #mingxiwedding (2) #imagenai (1) #notai (1) #montsaintmichel (1) #montsaintmichelwedding (1) #hotelducapwedding (1) #hotelducap (1) #chanelbride (1) #beccabloom (1) #beccabloomwedding (1) #dior (1) #vogueweddings (1)

Top Keywords

wedding (22) josevillapresets (20) imagen (12) dior (11) planning (10) floral (10) design (10) couture (10) gown (8) vogueweddings (8) sonyartisanofimagery (8) hair (8) bridal (8) voguemagazine (7) makeup (7) haute (7) carrielauren (7) clgcreative (7) seen (6) sonyalpha (6) voguewedding (6) styling (6) content (6) beautiful (5) were (5) thank (5) video (5) dress (5) cake (5) creator (5)

Caption Analysis

Avg Caption Length 817 chars
Posting Frequency 0.2 posts/week

Content Mix

0

Videos / Reels

12

Photos

Top Performing Posts

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We took one evening during the three-day wedding celebration to create photographs in the beautiful green fields near M…

108.2K likes 1.4K comments
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The logistics of a wedding like this for @mingxi11 and @momomarioho don’t really make sense until you’re actually there…

61.5K likes 432 comments
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For her wedding to entrepreneur Mario Ho @momomarioho , model Ming Xi @mingxi11 chose a custom haute couture wedding go…

55.6K likes 670 comments
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Reposting so I can PIN: @ddlovato & @jutesmusic ❤️ as seen on @vogueweddings @voguemagazine Wedding Planner: @mindywe…

33.4K likes 147 comments
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It’s the one silver rose and the gloves for me. @haileesteinfeld such an incredible weekend spent with you and @joshall…

31.5K likes 289 comments
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Chanel! Dior! Schiaparelli! @missannliu Wore 13 Couture Looks for Her Multi-Continental Wedding. Starting in San Franci…

16.6K likes 225 comments
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Married in San Francisco As seen on @voguemagazine @vogueweddings thank you @shelbywax for the write up. Haute Coutu…

15.9K likes 217 comments
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After 2 countries and 6 days of celebrations the Wedding festivities have come to a beautiful end with this beauty of a…

9.3K likes 122 comments
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The iconic ropes and pool at Hôtel du Cap were the perfect activities for the final day of @isabelacherrera & Matt’s We…

8.1K likes 109 comments
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Top Posts

Highest-liked recent posts from @josevilla

# Caption Likes Comments Link
1
We took one evening during the three-day wedding celebration to create photogra…
108.2K 1.4K view
2
The logistics of a wedding like this for @mingxi11 and @momomarioho don’t reall…
61.5K 432 view
3
For her wedding to entrepreneur Mario Ho @momomarioho , model Ming Xi @mingxi11…
55.6K 670 view
4
Reposting so I can PIN: @ddlovato & @jutesmusic ❤️ as seen on @vogueweddings @v…
33.4K 147 view
5
It’s the one silver rose and the gloves for me. @haileesteinfeld such an incred…
31.5K 289 view
6
Chanel! Dior! Schiaparelli! @missannliu Wore 13 Couture Looks for Her Multi-Con…
16.6K 225 view
7
Married in San Francisco As seen on @voguemagazine @vogueweddings thank you @…
15.9K 217 view
8
After 2 countries and 6 days of celebrations the Wedding festivities have come …
9.3K 122 view
9
The iconic ropes and pool at Hôtel du Cap were the perfect activities for the f…
8.1K 109 view

Posting Patterns & Optimal Timing

When @josevilla posts on Instagram

The creator follows a sparse high-effort pace. This cadence falls well below the median of 1.1 posts per week and ranks poorly in follower count relative to frequency. The consistency score is zero, which indicates an erratic posting rhythm with no predictable cycle. Gaps between posts are unpredictable rather than following a clockwork schedule. Fresh content lands most often on Tuesday and Thursday. The busiest upload window occurs at 22:00 UTC. Marketers should not expect frequent touchpoints or regular updates from this account. Because the gaps between posts are irregular, planning a multi-day campaign is difficult. You cannot rely on a steady stream of new content to maintain momentum. A tie-in must be timed specifically around the rare moments they do post. Success depends on catching these infrequent windows rather than banking on a consistent weekly presence.

0.2

Posts / week

822.4h

Avg gap between posts

Tuesday, Thursday, Wednesday

Peak posting days

22:00, 23:00, 17:00 UTC

Peak posting hours

Posting Activity by Hour (UTC)

Night (10pm-5am) Morning Afternoon Evening Peak hour

How often @josevilla publishes at each hour of the day, across 12 timestamped posts. Bar height = number of posts. Hover any bar for the exact count.

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Reading this chart: Taller bars are hours when @josevilla publishes more often. Their busiest hours are 22:00, 23:00, 17:00 UTC — highlighted with bold pink bars. Times are in UTC; subtract 5h for US Eastern, 8h for US Pacific, or add 1h for UK BST. Empty hours don't necessarily mean a bad time to post; they're simply hours @josevilla hasn't been active in our tracked sample.

The account posts most often on Tuesday and Thursday at 22:00 UTC. The frequency of posting is low at 0.2 times per week.

Most Common Words

Frequent caption words across @josevilla's recent posts (excludes stopwords)

wedding (22) josevillapresets (20) imagen (12) dior (11) planning (10) floral (10) design (10) couture (10) gown (8) vogueweddings (8) sonyartisanofimagery (8) hair (8) bridal (8) voguemagazine (7) makeup (7) haute (7) carrielauren (7) clgcreative (7) seen (6) sonyalpha (6) voguewedding (6) styling (6) content (6) beautiful (5) were (5) thank (5) video (5) dress (5) cake (5) creator (5)

Best Day of the Week to Post

@josevilla's engagement broken down by day of the week

Day Posts Avg Engagement Total Engagement
Tuesday 4 15,873 63,491
Wednesday 2 10,774 21,548
Thursday 4 44,845 179,379
Friday 1 31,822 31,822
Saturday 1 61,908 61,908

Posting Consistency & Streaks

How steadily @josevilla maintains output

2

Longest streak (days)

0/100

Consistency score

Inverse of posting-gap variance

2.7%

Active days

Posted at least once

822.4h

Avg gap

Between posts

Caption Length & Performance

How @josevilla's caption length correlates with engagement

100.0%

Posts with Caption

817

Avg Caption Chars

851

Median Chars

1297

Longest Caption

Caption Length Posts Avg Engagement
Long (100+) 12 29.8K

The audience rewards captions of 10 to 15 words the most. This length produces higher engagement than shorter or longer options.

Who This Audience Is

What @josevilla's reach and engagement mean for a brand.

The follower count ranks below the median for this platform, which indicates an audience smaller than the typical creator tracked in our database. This scale means the account does not reach broadcast levels of reach despite its high total count. The verified status and photographer category confirm a professional niche that targets a specific service industry. Engagement rates are much higher than the median, suggesting a brand message lands with more impact here than on average accounts. High engagement relative to the follower size points toward an active interaction between the content and the viewers. This profile fits the wedding and event services category.

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Estimated Earnings

Revenue estimates based on follower count and engagement

@josevilla earns primarily through sponsored posts and commands a range of $4.4K to $8.2K for each post. Because this creator ranks below the median follower count, the quoted band acts as a ceiling rather than a starting point. This position makes them a value buy for brands seeking high reach at a lower cost. The 5.43% engagement rate is much higher than the 0.94% average. This strong interaction suggests that the audience is highly active and invested in the content. Such high engagement justifies the upper end of the estimated price range as a fair trade for the reach provided. These are modelled estimates from public metrics, not disclosed earnings.

Sponsorship Value (Est. Per Post)

Based on 549.4K followers (Macro)

$4,395 – $8,241

Industry rate for macro Instagram creators

Disclaimer: These are rough estimates based on publicly available industry benchmarks. Actual earnings vary by niche, audience demographics, brand deals, and individual negotiation. Instagram sponsored post rates fluctuate and are not guaranteed.

Key Insights & Takeaways

Key Takeaways

Reach. The follower count falls below the median size, placing the account in the middle of the field. Engagement. A 5.43% rate sits well above the 0.94% median, showing high audience interaction. Hit-rate. Only 16.7% of posts beat double the average engagement, indicating a low frequency of standout hits. Trajectory. The account gained 20.4K followers over the tracked period, confirming an upward trend.

Strengths

  • + Verified account with 549.4K followers
  • + 5.43% engagement rate beats the 0.94% tracked median
  • + Above the 10K threshold where sponsorship deals become viable

Opportunities

  • ~ Only 16.7% of recent posts clear 2x the account average, a low hit-rate
  • ~ Sparse cadence of about 0.2 posts a week limits fresh reach

Summary

This analysis of @josevilla reveals a macro Instagram presence with 549,384 followers. The account demonstrates an engagement rate of 5.43%, averaging 29.5K likes per post across 12 analyzed posts. The account holds verified status.

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Frequently Asked Questions About @josevilla

How many followers does @josevilla have on Instagram?

@josevilla has 549,384 followers on Instagram, placing them in the macro creator tier.

What is @josevilla's Instagram engagement rate?

@josevilla has an engagement rate of 5.43% based on 12 recent posts, averaging 29.5K likes per post.

How much does @josevilla earn on Instagram?

Based on industry benchmarks, @josevilla's estimated sponsorship value is $4,395 - $8,241 per post. Actual earnings vary by niche, audience demographics, and individual brand negotiations.

How many posts has @josevilla published on Instagram?

@josevilla has published 2,447 posts on Instagram.

What is @josevilla's most-liked recent post?

Of the 12 recent posts analyzed, the top post received 108,167 likes and 1,436 comments.

How often does @josevilla post on Instagram?

@josevilla posts approximately 0.2 times per week, with an average gap of 822.4 hours between posts. Peak posting days are Tuesday, Thursday, Wednesday.

How does @josevilla compare to other Instagram creators?

@josevilla sits in the Macro creator tier alongside accounts like @itizwil, @carlo_wiewaswo, @ilhan1077.

Is @josevilla verified on Instagram?

Yes, @josevilla is a verified Instagram account.

About This Analysis: This analysis is based on a snapshot of @josevilla's Instagram profile and 12 recent posts.

Data collected and analyzed by IGDataHub | Analysis date: May 25, 2026