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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$140K - $170K *

Join a dynamic team to develop cutting-edge ISP algorithms for mobile imaging, focusing on scene understanding, auto exposure, and real-time image processing. Play a key role in enhancing image qualit...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$135K - $160K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of the US Gastrointestinal business, driving strategic initiatives and enabling executive leadership to achieve measurable outcomes while enhancing customer relati...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $85K *

Execute comprehensive property management strategies, overseeing financial performance, resident satisfaction, and team development to achieve operational excellence and foster strong vendor and inves...

3 days ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Elevate the user experience by owning and evolving the web design system, leading a team of freelance designers, and collaborating with web development to enhance usability and accessibility across di...

2 weeks ago

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

$115K - $150K *

Lead the development of innovative capabilities in the Investigations product line, collaborating cross-functionally to enhance cybersecurity solutions. Drive product strategy from discovery to launch...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$440K - $500K+*

Drive the future of advertising data as a Product Manager, managing core data capabilities and working cross-functionally to deliver high-quality datasets that enhance ad experiences and drive busines...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$440K - $500K+*

Join a team that's building robust data foundations for advertising, driving high-impact solutions while prioritizing member experiences. Collaborate across functions to create scalable data products...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$440K - $500K+*

Unlock potential by driving core data capabilities for our advertising business. Collaborate across teams to build reliable, scalable data solutions that enhance monetization efforts and ensure a supe...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$150K - $200K *

Accelerate partner-sourced business by converting referrals into closed deals. Own the customer journey while maintaining partner relationships, ensuring seamless communication and valuable insights f...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $200K *

Drive partnership success by converting referred leads into business, ensuring a seamless customer experience while keeping partners informed throughout the process. Collaborate cross-functionally to...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $150K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of creative storytelling in healthcare. Leverage your expertise to manage multiple projects, elevate brand strategies, and deliver compelling content across vario...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $150K *

Drive creative excellence by managing multiple projects, delivering compelling narratives, and linking tactical execution to brand strategy. Collaborate with teams to elevate ideas and ensure impactfu...

Chicago, ILRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Lead healthcare projects, collaborating with teams and clients to ensure successful outcomes. Oversee deliverables, manage project scope, and navigate complex decision-making while driving innovative...

4 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Advance healthcare project management by leading diverse teams to deliver high-performance, sustainable design solutions. Build client relationships, oversee projects from pre-design to construction...

4 weeks ago

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

$120K - $145K *

Lead the charge in elevating our brand and design practice by mentoring a multidisciplinary team, ensuring creative excellence, and fostering strong client relationships while driving new business ini...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's redefining brand and design excellence. Lead a multidisciplinary design team, oversee creative quality, and engage with clients to elevate our brand practice while driving new busin...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of our design practice by leading a multidisciplinary team, ensuring high creative standards, and building strong client relationships. Drive innovative projects from concept to deliv...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing CG workflows and tools. Collaborate with supervisors to tackle production challenges, optimize processes, and elevate the artist experience across multiple pr...

Vancouver, BCIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$100K - $120K *

Accelerate progress at the CG department by developing tools and workflows that enhance production efficiency, solve challenges, and improve the artist experience across multiple projects and shows...

Montreal, QCIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$100K - $120K *

Unlock potential by developing tools and workflows that enhance CG production efficiency, collaborating with supervisors to address challenges, and optimizing processes for artists across multiple pro...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$88K - $109K *

Oversee multi-shift manufacturing operations, ensuring cost, quality, and safety goals are met. Drive continuous improvement and compliance while leading teams to enhance productivity and operational...

Ingersoll, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$92K - $120K *

Join a team that's dedicated to leading client accounts and driving strategic public relations initiatives. You'll manage relationships, oversee campaign performance, and mentor team members to ensure...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$112K - $128K *

Drive business development for large-scale podcast and broadcast campaigns, fostering client relationships and achieving revenue growth. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative a...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$110K - $130K *

Lead a dynamic team in delivering cost consulting services across diverse projects. Collaborate with senior management to enhance performance, drive business development, and ensure client satisfactio...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

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

$90K - $110K *

Lead the charge in optimizing parking and transportation operations, enhancing guest experiences while driving financial success through strategic planning and innovative solutions in a fast-paced env...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 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.