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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$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

$80K - $95K *

Lead the creative vision by developing impactful designs for multiple restaurant brands across various channels, ensuring cohesive execution and brand integrity while collaborating with cross-function...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$108K - $130K *

Transform healthcare delivery by leading Radiology and Imaging departments. Drive operational excellence, foster high-performing teams, and ensure compliance while enhancing patient-centered care and...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$140K - $220K *

Pioneer innovative strategies and lead collaborative teams to deliver impactful creative solutions. Your expertise in experiential marketing will elevate agency work and forge strong client relationsh...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$140K - $220K *

Transform creative visions into impactful marketing strategies. Lead cross-functional teams to elevate brand experiences through innovative and engaging campaigns, leveraging your expertise in experie...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$217K - $289K *

Lead the charge in designing and developing a pioneering Android app, setting engineering standards and driving technical direction in a greenfield environment that prioritizes innovative healthcare s...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$180K - $280K *

Transform the financial services landscape by leading the Innovation team, creating impactful AI-driven products that reshape client experiences while establishing foundational strategies and processe...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$180K - $280K *

Help us shape innovative solutions that scale rapidly to clients. As a founding PM, you'll drive product strategy and execution in AI, collaborating closely with teams to deliver impactful user experi...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$180K - $280K *

Champion innovation by leading the development of impactful products from concept to scale. Collaborate with clients and cross-functional teams to shape foundational strategies in cutting-edge AI solu...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$180K - $280K *

Drive innovation by building scalable solutions for clients, shaping product strategy, and collaborating across teams. Leverage AI to enhance user experiences and establish foundational processes in a...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$180K - $280K *

Drive innovation as you build scalable solutions for diverse clients, shaping foundational strategies in product and business. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to redefine user experiences and...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$180K - $280K *

Elevate the future of financial services as a founding PM, driving innovative solutions and strategic product development. Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to create impactful AI-driven...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$180K - $280K *

Shape the future of financial solutions by driving innovative products from concept to launch. Collaborate with clients and cross-functional teams to establish cutting-edge strategies in AI, impacting...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $200K *

Help us drive innovation by leading complex product initiatives that bridge technology and business strategy. Collaborate with executive leadership to create impactful solutions, ensuring alignment ac...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $200K *

Join a team that's redefining product management by innovating complex solutions at scale, driving alignment between stakeholders, and leading agile practices. Collaborate directly with senior leaders...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $200K *

Unlock potential by leading innovative technology projects that shape the future of financial services. Collaborate with stakeholders, manage agile teams, and drive results in a dynamic environment fo...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $200K *

Advance innovation by leading product development from inception to scale, collaborating with executives and cross-functional teams to deliver impactful solutions that meet complex business needs and...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $200K *

Drive product innovation by leading the creation of scalable solutions, collaborating across teams, and managing complex projects with a focus on delivering business value and enhancing user experienc...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $200K *

Elevate innovation by building scalable solutions and leading cross-functional teams. Drive product strategy, agile processes, and meaningful project delivery, while collaborating closely with senior...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $200K *

Optimize product delivery by leading innovation efforts that impact thousands. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive strategic initiatives from concept to launch while ensuring alignment wi...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$160K - $180K *

Join us in a senior role overseeing advertising performance and delivery across a leading podcast portfolio. Drive cross-functional collaboration, optimize workflows, and enhance revenue strategies wh...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$90K - $110K *

Explore diverse design challenges across product, marketing, and print. Collaborate with teams to create user-friendly interfaces, engaging campaigns, and impactful visuals. Ideal for adaptable design...

2 weeks ago

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

$125K - $150K *

Drive the future of production excellence by leading a dynamic team, managing complex budgets, and implementing innovative strategies to enhance operational growth and creative output across multiple...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$150K - $350K *

Join our design team to create innovative industrial designs for hardware. Collaborate with engineers to transform concepts into production-ready products, ensuring a seamless blend of aesthetics and...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $100K *

Elevate your creative vision by leading artistic direction from concept to delivery. Collaborate with diverse teams to develop and maintain a cohesive artistic vision, ensuring quality and innovation...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 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.

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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.