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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$170K - $200K *

Elevate product delivery by leading complex automotive engagements, ensuring clarity and execution across the product lifecycle while integrating AI tools to enhance client capabilities and drive inno...

New York, NYRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$170K - $200K *

Champion complex product engagements in the automotive sector, leading teams through the full product lifecycle. Drive strategic product management, ensuring clarity and execution while fostering AI-r...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

Champion the visual narrative by overseeing photography and video operations, managing a vast digital asset library, and leading a dynamic team to ensure high-quality media capture and licensing for m...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$110K - $130K *

Inspire and elevate design excellence as you lead a talented team, setting and maintaining visual standards, driving innovative campaigns, and partnering cross-functionally to advance Dandy's brand an...

United StatesRemote

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $85K *

Engage with diverse clients to craft impactful communications strategies that elevate brand awareness and drive cultural relevance. Lead initiatives across media relations, team collaboration, and str...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$132K - $189K *

Join our team to execute user-centered design strategies, crafting innovative AI-driven browser experiences. Collaborate across disciplines to transform complex ideas into engaging, scalable products...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$132K - $150K *

Develop and evolve the brand voice, guiding creative writing across campaigns, ads, and materials. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compelling narrative integration while mentoring ot...

Vancouver, BCIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$90K - $110K *

Engage with clients, driving success in digital campaign execution. Become an expert in programmatic advertising processes, enhancing customer satisfaction through effective communication and collabor...

United StatesRemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $150K *

Elevate your career by leading Instagram growth and creative direction across multiple platforms. Collaborate with top talent to craft compelling content that resonates with audiences, while building...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$95K - $115K *

Join our dynamic team as a Senior Art Director, driving innovative visual campaigns while mentoring creatives. Lead integrated projects, embrace social trends, and create impactful brand narratives in...

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$85K - $149K *

Join a dynamic team to drive innovative graphics production for live sports events. Collaborate with creative professionals to deliver high-quality visual content, manage projects efficiently, and enh...

Today

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

$80K - $95K *

Transform creative concepts into impactful designs, collaborating with teams to deliver innovative solutions across diverse projects. Engage with clients and stakeholders, ensuring quality and creativ...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in defining and executing innovative marketing strategies for US auctions, ensuring alignment with global campaigns while driving engagement and visibility across multiple channels and...

2 weeks ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Transform marketing strategies to elevate auction visibility and success. Collaborate across teams to deliver impactful campaigns, manage assets, and optimize lead generation for a dynamic auction cal...

2 weeks ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Transform healthcare branding through innovative art direction. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to create compelling campaigns, guiding projects from concept to execution while mentoring junio...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $100K *

Transform the sports landscape by crafting dynamic motion graphics and animations that captivate audiences. Join our creative team to produce engaging content for major US sports, turning exciting mom...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$149K - $168K *

Lead the charge in creating impactful branded video campaigns that resonate with audiences and drive measurable business results across multiple platforms, while collaborating with cross-functional te...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$110K - $130K *

Innovate your career by leading creative direction in graphics, video, and social media. This hands-on role combines strategy and execution, guiding a team while producing high-quality content across...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $120K *

Transform the visual identity of a global luxury beauty brand by creating compelling assets and collaborating with a dynamic team to elevate brand storytelling across various platforms and campaigns...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$140K - $150K *

Drive sales growth by identifying new opportunities, cultivating relationships, and delivering client-focused solutions to independent agencies, leveraging expertise in programmatic advertising and di...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$150K - $350K *

Lead the charge in designing and optimizing embedded graphics stacks, collaborating closely with design and UX teams to create high-performance, low-latency interfaces while establishing best practice...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Join a collaborative team to lead impactful design projects, mentor talent, and elevate brand experiences while shaping creative strategy across digital and print platforms. Your craftsmanship and vis...

CanadaRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Empower your creativity by leading digital content strategies for athletics. Drive fan engagement and brand awareness while overseeing a talented design team. Collaborate across departments to enhance...

3 days ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Elevate your audio engineering career by leading high-profile livestreams and productions. Design resilient audio systems, troubleshoot in real-time, and deliver exceptional sound across diverse envir...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$142K - $190K *

Innovate global social media strategy to enhance brand engagement, build communities, and drive loyalty. Lead a dynamic team, leveraging insights and trends to create impactful content across platform...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 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.

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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.