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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$72K - $115K *

Build your career with a dynamic role ensuring the performance and safety of complex biomedical and medical imaging equipment. Engage with clinical staff, manage compliance, and lead service operation...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $180K *

Lead transformative creative campaigns, bridging complex AI technologies to business audiences through compelling narratives that resonate. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to execute strategie...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in designing innovative civil engineering solutions for diverse projects, ensuring quality and efficiency in a collaborative environment while enhancing your expertise in the Power Del...

3 weeks ago

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

$115K - $130K *

Drive operational success at a manufacturing facility by leading production, enhancing efficiency, and developing high-performing teams. Collaborate with cross-functional departments to meet safety, q...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$171K - $247K *

Elevate brand experiences by leading high-profile events that captivate audiences. Collaborate across teams to create unforgettable moments that drive business results and showcase innovation in live...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

Make your mark at a dynamic practice where you’ll treat diverse patients, build relationships, and leverage technology to elevate the client experience while engaging with a supportive community of pr...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Champion patient care by treating diverse clients, building strong relationships, and utilizing innovative technologies while engaging in community development and collaboration with fellow providers...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Transform patient care by delivering exceptional therapy services, nurturing strong community ties, and actively engaging in professional development. Contribute to enhancing client experiences by uti...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Transform patient care by delivering exceptional therapy services while building strong community relationships. Enjoy autonomy within a collaborative network, focusing on holistic client experiences...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that embraces autonomy and community, delivering exceptional patient care while building meaningful relationships and engaging in professional development within a supportive network...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in enhancing patient care and community engagement through innovative methodologies and regular collaboration. Utilize cutting-edge technologies and develop meaningful relationships to...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Lead the creative vision by managing client commercial productions across multiple platforms, ensuring high-quality output and effective collaboration between clients and sales teams to achieve advert...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$125K - $150K *

Transform your career by leading account management strategies, fostering client relationships, and mentoring teams. Drive financial health of accounts while navigating complex projects within the hea...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$150K - $180K *

Provide strategic leadership in account management, ensuring client satisfaction and financial health across multiple high-profile accounts while mentoring a talented team and cultivating new business...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$95K - $115K *

Collaborate on complex, cross-functional projects supporting initiatives for the 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games, driving strategic planning and execution across arts, culture, and global engagement...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$120K - $145K *

Elevate the user experience as a full-stack Product Designer, transforming complex financial workflows into intuitive solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive impactful design and e...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$140K - $150K *

Shape the future of client engagement by leading strategic partnerships, delivering innovative marketing solutions, and inspiring high-performance teams to exceed expectations and cultivate lasting re...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$95K - $110K *

Inspire creativity as a Senior Graphic Designer, leading brand campaigns and collaborating across disciplines. Drive innovative design solutions from concept to execution, ensuring impactful visuals t...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $95K *

Shape the future of executive communication by leading our content program. Collaborate with executives to craft authentic LinkedIn posts that resonate with B2B audiences, ensuring each voice is disti...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$100K - $120K *

Champion the executive content program, crafting authentic LinkedIn posts for leaders. Collaborate with executives to capture their voice, manage a dynamic posting calendar, and analyze engagement to...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's redefining executive content on LinkedIn. You'll craft authentic posts for leaders, manage a dynamic content calendar, and ensure every voice resonates with our audience, driving en...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$90K - $100K *

Champion multimedia content production by managing podcasts and videos from concept to publication. Collaborate with stakeholders, oversee logistics, and ensure quality across projects while mentoring...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$85K - $100K *

Transform multimedia content production by managing creative projects, collaborating with stakeholders, and ensuring high-quality publication of podcasts and videos. Lead the execution of design reque...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$120K - $145K *

Elevate your impact by developing innovative image-analysis tools and workflows. Collaborate with scientists to optimize image-based methods for precise measurements and enhance repeatable targeting s...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$94K - $106K *

Unlock potential by joining our team to perform diagnostic radiographic procedures, ensuring high-quality imaging and patient safety while adhering to departmental protocols and regulatory standards...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

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.