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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$180K - $216K *

Elevate your career by driving growth strategies and forging strategic partnerships in the personalized consumer products sector. Lead initiatives that expand market reach and establish new revenue st...

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

$169K - $255K *

Unlock potential by driving strategic partnerships and revenue growth for personalized consumer products. Lead initiatives that expand market reach and establish Shutterfly as a preferred manufacturin...

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

$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...

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

$85K - $105K *

Empower your leadership skills to drive patient growth, enhance operational excellence, and foster a high-performing team within a thriving medical practice committed to providing exceptional patient...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$78K - $100K *

Elevate clinic performance by leading teams, enhancing patient experiences, and driving growth initiatives. Act as a strategic partner in operational excellence while fostering a culture of collaborat...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$78K - $100K *

Grow as a leader by driving operational excellence, enhancing patient experiences, and nurturing team development while fostering a culture of accountability and collaboration for long-term success an...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$192K - $278K *

Join us to lead the transformation of Google Images into a personalized, AI-driven visual guide. You'll manage the core intelligence engine, balancing user experience with cutting-edge AI research to...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$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...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$136K - $170K *

Drive innovative social strategies for major sports partnerships, transforming sponsorships into engaging fan experiences. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to elevate brand presence in sports c...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$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...

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  •   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...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$150K - $180K *

Lead engagement strategy initiatives by driving innovation and execution excellence across teams. Collaborate with clients, leveraging data insights and digital tools to enhance the omnichannel experi...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$66K - $111K *

Join a team that's driving creative excellence by producing impactful content that resonates with audiences. Collaborate across disciplines to lead innovative campaigns, ensuring strategic vision and...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in expanding our customer base by building strategic relationships with key financial institutions. Own the sales process from qualification to close, executing a territory plan to max...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $110K *

Empower the media team as an Associate Media Director, driving innovative strategies and managing cross-channel digital media execution for top-tier clients. Collaborate and mentor while optimizing pe...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$135K - $200K *

Unlock potential by breaking impactful news in the AI industry. Collaborate with a dynamic team to deliver exclusive stories, engage audiences, and drive subscriber growth through innovative storytell...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$150K - $190K *

Elevate the future of commerce by designing high-performance, user-friendly front-end interfaces that interact seamlessly with blockchain technology, all while collaborating with a dedicated team of i...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $190K *

Lead the charge in designing and implementing cutting-edge front-end solutions that enhance user experiences, drive cross-chain integration, and support blockchain innovations with a collaborative, hi...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$81K - $95K *

Elevate client engagement by driving new business through consultative sales, understanding client needs, and aligning solutions to foster long-term partnerships in a dynamic tech environment...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$99K - $148K *

Champion imaging services by leading quality assurance, optimizing patient care, and enhancing operational efficiency across multiple clinics. Collaborate with diverse teams to ensure compliance and e...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$99K - $148K *

Transform imaging services by providing leadership and oversight across multiple clinics, ensuring quality patient care, effective staffing, and compliance with safety standards while fostering a coll...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $100K *

Join a team that's redefining visual identity in the arts. Lead graphic design initiatives, collaborate with creative partners, and ensure a cohesive brand presence across exhibitions and marketing ca...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$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...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$88K - $105K *

Lead project coordination, manage team schedules and budgets, and ensure client satisfaction by delivering projects aligning with their vision. Collaborate with architects and stakeholders to drive su...

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

$92K - $115K *

Lead the charge in integrating AI into scalable backend systems and APIs. Collaborate across teams to optimize data pipelines, enhancing performance and delivering AI-powered features that revolutioni...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

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.