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.

Remote
caret down
Compensation
caret down
Position Level
caret down
Time Posted
caret down
Industries
caret down
Locations
caret down
More
1
caret down

$120K - $145K *

Lead the charge in crafting innovative user experiences for next-gen video creation products. Drive design efforts by leveraging insights and collaboration with teams, ensuring visual consistency and...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Unlock potential by driving full-cycle enterprise sales and expanding market awareness. You'll refine our outbound sales strategy for Fortune 500 accounts, partnering with a dynamic team to accelerate...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$96K - $129K *

Unlock potential by joining a dynamic healthcare team to lead medical planning projects, ensuring design excellence and client satisfaction while mentoring staff and collaborating with diverse stakeho...

1 week ago

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

$93K - $124K *

Champion innovative healthcare design by leading complex projects, collaborating with teams, and ensuring client satisfaction while adhering to quality standards and budget goals throughout the design...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$78K - $90K *

Engage in a dynamic role leading digital and AI projects, collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative solutions. Drive project execution from discovery to delivery while enhancing...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$62K - $220K *

Transform digital marketing strategies by leading a high-performing team, driving campaign excellence, and fostering client relationships to achieve measurable business impact across multiple channels...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$62K - $220K *

Empower a dynamic digital marketing team, driving innovative strategies and campaign excellence across channels to influence business growth and deliver impactful client results. Collaborate with lead...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$110K - $130K *

Champion a dynamic marketing strategy that enhances branding and PR efforts. Lead a talented team to craft impactful communications while driving collaboration with firm leaders for strategic growth a...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

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

$120K - $150K *

Manage and execute comprehensive marketing strategies to enhance brand visibility, oversee a creative team, and develop communication collateral, while collaborating with leadership to drive firm obje...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Shape strategic partnerships and drive sales by securing major enterprise deals through expert negotiation and technical mastery in a dynamic, fast-paced environment focused on industrial automation s...

Reposted 1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Empower a dynamic team as you lead clinic operations, enhance patient care, and drive growth. Collaborate with staff to foster a positive culture while ensuring high-quality physical therapy services...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to excellence in outpatient orthopedic care, where you'll lead clinical operations, mentor a dynamic team, and ensure positive patient outcomes while maintaining an active...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$146K - $219K *

Advance your career by leading web design initiatives that enhance user experiences. Collaborate with engineers and stakeholders to develop scalable design systems while driving innovation through use...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$66K - $101K *

Join us to create compelling copy for healthcare marketing initiatives, collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative solutions that resonate with healthcare professionals and elevat...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$81K - $111K *

Develop compelling narratives and integrated campaigns that engage audiences across digital, social, and media channels. Collaborate with teams to translate complex ideas into clear, audience-centric...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$146K - $219K *

Pioneer impactful web design solutions by leading user research, evolving design systems, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance web experiences that drive engagement and conversions...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$90K - $110K *

Bring your expertise to a dynamic role where you'll shape marketing strategies and positioning for academic programs, ensuring clarity and effectiveness throughout their lifecycle while collaborating...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

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

$73K - $87K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing community living by overseeing property operations, achieving financial goals, and fostering resident satisfaction through effective management and collaborat...

2 weeks ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Drive impactful pricing strategies for a multi-billion portfolio, optimizing inventory management while balancing risk. Collaborate in dynamic market environments to enhance financial performance thro...

3 weeks ago

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

$175K - $225K *

Join a team that's redefining the digital experience by leading website strategy, enhancing customer engagement, and driving product discovery. Collaborate cross-functionally to create impactful onlin...

Vancouver, BCIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$115K - $190K *

Lead the charge in driving complex proposal strategies and execution, managing high-stakes pursuits with full accountability. Collaborate across teams to deliver executive-quality narratives and ensur...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$115K - $190K *

Drive high-stakes proposal strategies and execution for complex pursuits, ensuring quality and timely delivery. Collaborate across teams to produce compelling narratives and lead capture planning, whi...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $230K *

Transform visual storytelling by creating stunning imagery through CGI, AI, and retouching. Collaborate with creative teams to ensure brand excellence and deliver high-quality projects on time, enhanc...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$73K - $94K *

Advance diagnostic imaging excellence by performing CT examinations, adjusting equipment settings, and ensuring optimal patient care through effective communication and technical expertise while compl...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $85K *

Elevate exhibition experiences by overseeing graphic design projects from concept to completion, ensuring creative strategies align with museum goals while managing a team and collaborating across dep...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

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.

  • Do photographer jobs on Ladders pay at least $100,000?question toggle

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