Explore Photographer Jobs Paying $100K or More

Find photographer opportunities that match your creative expertise and career goals. Ladders features vetted professional jobs with salaries of $100,000 or more, including senior photography positions and related creative roles where visual storytelling, technical skill, and leadership are valued.

What Photographers Do

Photographers create images for editorial, commercial, corporate, product, fashion, and other purposes. Their work can include planning shoots, selecting lighting and equipment, directing subjects, capturing images, and editing files for delivery. In senior roles, photographers may also shape visual strategy, manage production budgets, lead teams, and collaborate with marketing, design, or communications departments.

Skills and Experience Employers Seek

Employers often look for a strong portfolio, expertise with cameras and lighting, image-editing proficiency, and the ability to deliver consistent work to a creative brief. Specialized experience—such as commercial, product, portrait, or editorial photography—can help distinguish candidates. Communication, organization, creative problem-solving, and project leadership are also valuable, particularly for senior positions.

Where Photographer Careers Can Lead

Photography professionals may advance into roles such as senior photographer, photography director, creative director, or visual content leader. Career paths vary by industry and employer, and high-paying opportunities may combine hands-on image-making with creative direction, team management, or broader brand and content responsibilities.

Find Your Next Photographer Role

Browse vetted photography and related creative jobs on Ladders. Review role requirements, compare opportunities, and focus your search on professional positions offering salaries of $100,000 or more.

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$86K - $145K *

Optimize project delivery by managing timelines and logistics for creative campaigns, ensuring collaboration and clarity. Thrive in a dynamic environment, supporting a skilled team while enhancing you...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$155K - $170K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$90K - $110K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $110K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$199K - $370K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Optimize our product suite to elevate financial advisory capabilities through innovative AI solutions. Lead the entire product lifecycle, collaborating with diverse teams to transform complex workflow...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $100K *

Join a team that's dedicated to transforming healthcare through creativity and strategy. As an Account Supervisor, you'll lead client projects, foster relationships, and mentor junior staff, ensuring...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$119K - $179K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$121K - $155K *

Lead integrated campaigns and client relationships, driving strategy and execution across teams. Foster collaboration, optimize performance, and ensure client satisfaction while managing budgets and t...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$100K - $120K *

Lead organic growth strategies for high-value accounts, driving retention and expansion with minimal oversight. Mentor junior strategists, set measurement standards, and support sales efforts while en...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$144K - $200K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

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Lead the charge in creating and executing high-profile events for Fortune 100 clients. Manage projects from conception to completion while ensuring quality, budget compliance, and timely delivery, col...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

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Join a team that's shaping strategic direction and driving growth across multi-account projects in medical affairs. In this senior leadership role, you'll enhance client relationships, develop teams...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$150K - $185K *

Develop innovative healthcare products by collaborating with cross-functional teams. Leverage your technical expertise to enhance platform capabilities and deliver impactful solutions that improve pat...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$120K - $150K *

Unlock potential by leading innovation in media channels and advertising, driving improvements to CPA and L:E through testing new models and strategic supplier partnerships, while educating and scalin...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$110K - $130K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

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Join us as a Director of Media Strategy, leading high-impact media strategies and planning across valuable accounts. Drive results through data insights, manage teams, and foster cross-functional part...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$118K - $139K *

Lead the charge in shaping media strategy and planning for key accounts, leveraging data-driven insights to drive outcomes while managing a high-performing team and fostering client relationships to e...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$118K - $139K *

Elevate media strategy by leading innovative planning efforts that align with business outcomes. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive client success through data-driven insights and expert...

Michigan, USRemote

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

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Lead the charge in innovative media strategy development, managing integrated plans while driving measurable business outcomes. Oversee a team of strategists, ensuring high-quality deliverables and cl...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What types of photographer jobs can I find on Ladders?question toggle

    Ladders features vetted professional openings paying $100,000 or more, which may include senior photographer roles and related creative positions involving photography, visual content, or creative leadership.

  • What qualifications do employers typically look for in photographers?question toggle

    Requirements vary, but employers commonly value a polished portfolio, camera and lighting expertise, image-editing skills, relevant subject-matter experience, and the ability to meet creative briefs and deadlines.

  • How can photographers move into higher-paying roles?question toggle

    Developing specialized expertise, building a strong portfolio, and gaining experience in creative direction, production management, or team leadership can support advancement. Compensation depends on the role, employer, industry, and location.

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    Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs with salaries of $100,000 or more. Check each listing for its specific compensation details and requirements.