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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$100K - $120K *

Support the future of facility management by overseeing maintenance, budgeting, and safety programs. Drive operational efficiency and ensure compliance with regulations while managing subcontractor se...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$85K - $100K *

Unlock your potential in a dynamic role where you'll design integrated low voltage systems, calculate electrical loads, and collaborate with project teams to deliver innovative solutions. Join us to s...

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

$118K - $144K *

Unlock potential by driving lifecycle marketing strategies that enhance customer engagement and retention. Collaborate cross-functionally to create personalized experiences that foster meaningful rela...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$80K - $95K *

Drive the design, integration, and support of advanced video distribution systems, ensuring reliable performance in mission-critical environments. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance op...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$85K - $95K *

Contribute to data-driven decision-making by analyzing digital performance, identifying growth opportunities, and delivering actionable insights. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance mar...

1 week ago

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

$140K - $160K *

Join a team that's driving marketing initiatives to enhance client engagement and profitability in a dynamic legal environment, leveraging strong analytical skills to support litigation practices and...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$140K - $160K *

Engage in strategic marketing initiatives within a fast-paced legal environment. Collaborate with practice teams to enhance client opportunities, manage proposals, and support events, all while drivin...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$140K - $160K *

Join to support marketing initiatives for legal practice teams, managing proposals and client events to enhance reputation and profitability while leveraging strong market knowledge and collaboration...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$76K - $90K *

Champion digital storytelling by producing compelling video content across platforms. Collaborate with teams to create engaging narratives, adapt stories for diverse formats, and drive audience growth...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$76K - $90K *

Transform digital storytelling by producing compelling video content across platforms. Collaborate with teams to create engaging narratives, optimize for audience growth, and deliver high-quality jour...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$197K - $257K *

Drive your career forward as a strategic People leader, aligning talent strategies with business goals, coaching executives, and fostering organizational effectiveness for impactful growth and develop...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$197K - $257K *

Champion organizational effectiveness and leadership development by partnering with executives to align people strategy with business goals and enhance team performance while driving transformative HR...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in crafting innovative experiential designs that elevate brand engagement. Collaborate across teams to transform conceptual ideas into impactful solutions, driving success from initial...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$125K - $135K *

Lead the development of actionable creator strategies by translating AI-driven insights into compelling narratives. Collaborate across teams to enhance client relationships and drive innovative market...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$127K - $188K *

Join a team that's redefining character art through high-quality, production-ready assets. Collaborate with creatives on complex projects, mentor others, and elevate artistic standards in a dynamic st...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$100K - $120K *

Drive your career with a leadership role overseeing press operations in flexible packaging. Lead teams, ensure quality, troubleshoot issues, and enhance production efficiency in a dynamic manufacturin...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in designing impactful product experiences from concept to delivery. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to create user-friendly, AI-enhanced solutions that drive efficiency in ins...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Transform strategic capture initiatives by building relationships and shaping proposals for U.S. Government and commercial sectors. Lead the complete lifecycle from opportunity identification to award...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by driving capture strategy for complex defense and commercial opportunities, from early identification through proposal execution. Collaborate with diverse teams to win critical cont...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$250K - $349K *

Unlock potential by leading technical direction for Core DevOps, improving CI/CD systems while driving productivity, quality, and AI innovations in a fast-paced environment impacting millions of users...

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$192K - $237K *

Shape the future of engineering communication by leading our technical content strategy. Collaborate with engineers to elevate their work, enhance public presence, and drive impactful narratives that...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$95K - $105K *

Transform creative visions into tangible assets by managing the entire production lifecycle. Oversee timelines, quality control, and vendor relationships to ensure projects are delivered on-brand, on...

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2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$85K - $100K *

Lead the charge in managing technology projects by coordinating cross-functional teams, tracking project progress, and ensuring timely delivery while maintaining scope and budget across multiple concu...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$80K - $95K *

Elevate project success by managing multiple technology initiatives, ensuring alignment among cross-functional teams, and delivering on time and within budget while navigating challenges effectively t...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$88K - $105K *

Drive the success of technology projects by leading cross-functional teams, coordinating workflows, and managing timelines and budgets while ensuring alignment of priorities and effective communicatio...

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

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.