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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$224K - $313K *

Unlock potential by defining and evolving motion design principles that enhance user experience across products and campaigns. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure cohesive and delightful...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$80K - $95K *

Empower creative excellence by leading innovative campaigns across diverse channels. Collaborate with a high-performance team to deliver transformative work that aligns with strategic brand objectives...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Lead brand marketing initiatives by shaping creative strategies, overseeing campaigns, and enhancing brand identity. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver impactful marketing solutions wh...

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$200K - $230K *

Lead the comprehensive marketing function, driving customer growth through integrated strategies across brand, retail, digital, and lifecycle marketing, while optimizing performance and maintaining br...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

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

$91K - $138K *

Lead the charge in expanding our government sales efforts by developing strategies, nurturing relationships, and closing deals with key decision-makers in government agencies, while collaborating with...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$90K - $120K *

Pioneer end-to-end production leadership within a creative studio, managing projects from concept to delivery while collaborating with stakeholders to enhance marketing initiatives and drive operation...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $120K *

Lead and oversee the creative studio's operations, ensuring effective project management and high-quality deliverables while fostering collaboration and innovation among team members and stakeholders...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Strategize and elevate creative performance marketing by defining and executing a robust strategy, collaborating across channels to drive patient acquisition and navigate growth opportunities in a dyn...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$180K - $200K *

Empower and elevate brand presence through innovative organic social and influencer strategies. Lead a creative team to drive cultural relevance and engagement across platforms while aligning with ove...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$68K - $116K *

Elevate clinic operations by leading daily activities, enhancing patient care, and fostering a collaborative environment. Drive employee training and community engagement to improve health outcomes an...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Advance technical excellence by leading software solutions, establishing architecture standards, and mentoring teams to enhance ownership and problem-solving skills, ensuring scalable and maintainable...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$85K - $100K *

Develop individualized care plans and deliver high-quality therapy in a supportive, values-driven environment. Collaborate with peers and engage in continuous learning to enhance patient outcomes and...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$85K - $100K *

Join a team that's dedicated to advancing outpatient orthopedic care while focusing on patient outcomes. Enjoy competitive pay, mentorship, and a clear path for professional growth in a supportive env...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$85K - $100K *

Join a team that's dedicated to elevating patient care and developing clinicians. Lead a dynamic outpatient physical therapy clinic, ensuring high standards of clinical performance while fostering a p...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$120K - $145K *

Collaborate to create compelling motion design that simplifies complex technology for B2B audiences. Engage with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality animations that align with brand standar...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Champion client relationships and drive innovative marketing campaigns. You'll manage teams, oversee projects, and ensure successful execution of high-impact content while collaborating with medical p...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$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

$95K - $115K *

Champion the delivery of innovative broadcast and video content from concept to final production. Collaborate across teams to ensure quality, timelines, and budgets are met while navigating regulatory...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$340K - $390K *

Drive your career with innovative engineering solutions that enhance autonomous marketing systems. Collaborate across teams to build scalable, intelligent platforms that optimize decision-making for b...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$150K - $180K *

Shape engaging product experiences through design and prototyping, ensuring AI interactions are seamless and trustworthy. Collaborate end-to-end on impactful projects that define the future of AI-nati...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $100K *

Drive new business growth by building partnerships with K-12 schools. Manage the full sales cycle, generate leads, and foster relationships with education leaders to create phone-free learning environ...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of healthcare marketing by leading demand generation, digital strategy, and brand awareness initiatives. Drive results through innovative campaigns, team leadership, and data-driven d...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $190K *

Transform the creator landscape by developing innovative growth strategies and partnerships that drive customer acquisition and brand awareness. Lead creative campaigns from inception to execution whi...

Reposted today

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

$110K - $130K *

Drive the development of sophisticated web applications by leveraging advanced Java and SQL expertise. Lead long-term projects focused on server integration and collaboration, ensuring efficient code...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

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

$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

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.

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