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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$171K - $300K *

Join a team that's bridging artistry and engineering in an elite design role. Shape pioneering AI platforms and refine user experiences through innovative prototypes, advanced motion design, and colla...

Denver, CORemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $140K *

Champion a dynamic marketing team by driving growth strategies, optimizing paid media, and enhancing retention efforts. Lead hands-on initiatives to elevate brand presence and foster team development...

Toronto, ONRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$178K - $267K *

Drive growth in our Creator and Affiliate ecosystem, enhancing recruitment, engagement, and revenue streams through strategic partnerships and innovative program development while managing a high-perf...

New York, NYRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$150K - $180K *

Elevate product design excellence by leading a dynamic team focused on innovative user experiences. Collaborate cross-functionally to shape product strategies while championing member-centric design t...

San Francisco, CARemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$101K - $119K *

Unlock potential by driving strategic engagement marketing initiatives that enhance client and member interactions. Collaborate cross-functionally to develop effective communication strategies and mea...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$160K - $190K *

Join a team that's driving architectural excellence and AI adoption. You'll optimize cloud systems, enhance data processing, and lead engineering teams to innovate and scale efficiently, ensuring robu...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$203K - $345K *

Champion the vision for Agentic Software Delivery, spearheading strategic innovation across CI, CD, and observability to enhance software delivery automation and customer experience while driving reve...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$169K - $255K *

Join a team that's driving growth through strategic partnerships in personalized consumer products. Lead initiatives to expand market reach and revenue streams while collaborating across functions to...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$75K - $90K *

Lead the charge in driving sales growth by engaging independent physician practices. Utilize your expertise in full-cycle sales to build relationships, conduct virtual demos, and collaborate with team...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$136K - $160K *

Elevate operations through AI-driven automation to enhance incident management, streamline ticket resolution, and optimize service health with self-healing observability, all while collaborating acros...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$136K - $170K *

Elevate brand visibility by leading innovative social strategies for major sports partnerships. Collaborate across teams to transform sponsorships into engaging, fan-centric content that resonates dur...

San Diego, CARemote

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$80K - $95K *

Transform airport advertising environments by conducting site visits, developing signage concepts, and collaborating with design teams. This role combines hands-on fieldwork with creative design to en...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$85K - $134K *

Transform brand engagements by leading logistics and execution for dynamic consumer activations. Be hands-on as you manage operational lifecycles including planning, execution, and reconciliation acro...

RemoteRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$110K - $140K *

Unlock potential by owning executive-level client relationships, driving integrated strategies, and leading action-oriented touchpoints that translate insights into measurable outcomes while championi...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$91K - $138K *

Contribute to our growth by driving sales of SaaS solutions to government agencies. Collaborate with partners, build relationships, and exceed sales targets while navigating the complexities of govern...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$110K - $130K *

Drive growth by managing key client relationships, executing high-impact marketing campaigns, and mentoring a dedicated account management team to exceed client expectations in a dynamic, fast-paced e...

San Diego, CARemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $181K *

Serve as a key operational member in trust and safety, coordinating responses to sensitive incidents, managing third-party relationships, and supporting investigations to protect users and the platfor...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$120K - $140K *

Lead the development of innovative AI-native design systems, enhancing Cherry's design infrastructure. Collaborate across teams, grow as a key member, and shape the future of design practices in a rap...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$195K - $237K *

Optimize the renter experience across digital platforms by leading design initiatives, balancing innovation with maintenance, and setting high standards for visual and interaction design. Collaborate...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$162K - $196K *

Pioneer the renter experience across digital platforms, balancing innovation and maintenance. Set design standards, leverage AI tools, and influence product direction while mentoring fellow designers...

CanadaRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$135K - $160K *

Empower your career by leading strategic procurement and supply chain operations. Drive efficiency, foster vendor relationships, and enhance customer satisfaction while supporting growth in a dynamic...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$150K - $180K *

Join a team that's redefining Integrated Production excellence. Lead diverse creative projects, inspire talent, and drive innovative solutions while ensuring timely delivery and budget adherence for h...

New York, NYRemote

2 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $182K *

Join a team that's dedicated to transforming business needs into innovative software solutions. Collaborate with clients and developers to ensure high satisfaction and successful adoption while advanc...

RemoteRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$80K - $95K *

Shape the future of digital experiences by translating complex requirements into compelling visuals. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to create impactful designs and elevate user engagement acr...

Texas, USRemote

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$170K - $213K *

Deliver exceptional brand design strategies that enhance visual identity across all touchpoints. Lead high-impact projects and mentor design teams to elevate craft standards, ensuring consistency and...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

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    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.

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    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.

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    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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