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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$105K - $140K *

Shape our digital content strategy across social media platforms to engage policymakers and advocates, crafting compelling narratives and leveraging AI tools to optimize workflows and performance in a...

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

$170K - $190K *

Lead incident management operations to ensure swift response, service restoration, and communication during IT and security disruptions, fostering collaboration across teams for continuous improvement...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$80K - $95K *

Help us drive product innovation and user engagement by leading B2C strategies, optimizing experiences, and leveraging data insights to enhance faith-based offerings and retention. Collaborate with cr...

2 weeks ago

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

$77K - $110K *

Transform promotional operations by managing assembly processes, collaborating with co-packers and cross-functional teams to ensure timely product availability and delivery while resolving production...

1 week ago

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

$125K - $150K *

Empower innovation by leading product management for B2B Salesforce solutions. Drive enhancements, collaborate with stakeholders, and optimize processes to meet business needs while ensuring a seamles...

Calgary, ABIn-Person

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $140K *

Create compelling branded content by driving innovative campaigns, mastering storytelling, and executing projects from ideation to delivery. Collaborate with teams to transform client briefs into enga...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$77K - $87K *

Create impactful digital marketing campaigns that engage and convert audiences while enhancing brand quality. Collaborate with creative teams to design assets across various channels, leveraging data...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$115K - $175K *

Champion the design and planning of federal healthcare facilities, enhancing patient care through innovative solutions. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to optimize healthcare delivery and ens...

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

$115K - $175K *

Join a team that's dedicated to transforming federal healthcare facilities through innovative planning and design. Collaborate with multidisciplinary experts to enhance patient care and optimize healt...

2 weeks ago

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

$84K - $115K *

Join our dynamic team to lead B2B hospitality programs, ensuring exceptional guest experiences in sports and entertainment. Collaborate with clients and vendors to execute high-profile events while ma...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$95K - $115K *

Lead marketing strategy for municipal markets, driving demand through messaging, campaigns, and content. Collaborate cross-functionally, engage stakeholders, and ensure effective positioning to enhanc...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$85K - $95K *

Join us in leading a dynamic culinary team, ensuring exceptional food quality and guest satisfaction while managing operations, staff development, and compliance in a vibrant, high-volume environment...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$75K - $90K *

Support a dynamic founder by managing complex schedules, travel, and personal projects. Collaborate with operations to ensure seamless communication and execution of business needs while maintaining d...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$222K - $272K *

Help us shape the future of public safety design by leading innovative, user-centered solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to transform complex data workflows into intuitive experiences...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to innovative design and project excellence. Contribute your expertise in all phases of architecture, from documentation to client management, while thriving in a supporti...

Today

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

$91K - $114K *

Lead and transform OXO's social-first marketing strategy, driving high-impact content across key platforms like TikTok and Instagram, while collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance brand p...

3 weeks ago

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

$300K - $350K *

Transform women's healthcare by leading General Obstetrics & Gynecology initiatives, ensuring clinical excellence, operational performance, and physician engagement while maintaining an active clinica...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Drive exceptional client experiences by leading large-scale events, managing budgets, and overseeing teams. Collaborate with vendors and innovate strategies to ensure seamless execution and compliance...

Georgia, USRemote

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$170K - $200K *

Shape the future of digital advertising by leading creative strategies for paid social campaigns. Drive customer acquisition through innovative content, manage a talented team, and optimize performanc...

3 weeks ago

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

$80K - $100K *

Empower patients by delivering exceptional orthopedic care in a collaborative environment. Join a skilled team focused on mentorship and professional growth, treating diverse conditions with advanced...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Manage architectural projects from conception to completion, leading multidisciplinary teams and ensuring high-quality healthcare design solutions. Leverage expertise in project management and client...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$121K - $194K *

Drive impactful paid social media strategies while leading a dynamic team. Collaborate with clients and internal teams to optimize campaigns, foster creativity, and achieve brand objectives in a fast...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$80K - $95K *

Innovate with us as a Senior Copywriter, crafting compelling narratives across diverse media. Leverage your creativity and strategic thinking to produce engaging content while managing multiple projec...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$165K - $190K *

Drive strategic HR initiatives and operational excellence across the Americas, partnering with leadership to enhance workforce planning, M&A integration, and AI-enabled People systems for global growt...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$125K - $150K *

Empower client success by managing high-value accounts, driving renewals, and fostering growth through strategic partnerships and collaboration with cross-functional teams...

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

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.