927 Photographer jobs in United States
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- Freelance PhotographerValley Foot & Ankle Specialty ProvidersFresno, CA$15.00 - $22.00 Per Hour (Employer est.)Easy Apply30d+
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- Videographer/PhotographerHigh Point Land CompanyWaverly, IA$20.00 Per Hour (Employer est.)Easy Apply10d
- Product Photographer, Children's Apparel & FootwearCardin McCoyBrunswick, GA$19.42 - $23.38 Per Hour (Employer est.)Easy Apply4d
- Website Administrator/Photographer/Account ManagerClassic Medallics Inc./Singer CompanyUnited States$17.00 - $18.00 Per Hour (Employer est.)Easy Apply18d
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- E-commerce Videographer and PhotographerGenuine Global Market LLCBakersfield, CA$17.00 - $19.00 Per Hour (Employer est.)Easy Apply30d+
- Experienced Portrait Studio PhotographerPark Hill Fine Art PortraitsFort Worth, TX$18.00 - $70.00 Per Hour (Employer est.)Easy Apply30d+
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- Product Photographer
Medieval Collectibles - Internet Retail1.5 ★Princeton, IN$18.00 Per Hour (Employer est.)Easy Apply3d - School Photographer
Wagner Portrait Group2.7 ★Litchfield, IL$16.00 - $20.00 Per Hour (Employer est.)Easy Apply30d+ - Wedding Photographer/MUST LIVE IN FARGO AREA
Complete Weddings + Events4.1 ★Fargo, ND$124K - $176K (Employer est.)Easy Apply18d - Automotive Dealership Photographer
Vaden Automotive3.4 ★Bluffton, SC$12.00 Per Hour (Employer est.)Easy Apply4d - 30d+
Job Outlook for Photographer
Powered by Glassdoor Economic ResearchNo formal education is required for a career as a photographer, but many prospective photographers refine their skills by attending specialized postsecondary art schools. Repetition and constructive feedback can improve their technical skills. Workshops and non-credit classes can help with this development. Prospective photographer should develop a portfolio of sample work to show prospective clients and employers. Demand for photographers expected to grow slightly over the next decade, as existing photographer transition to other fields.
Frequently asked questions
Trying to find a job as a photographer? Find out which companies are currently hiring for photographer jobs on Glassdoor. Explore in-house, agency, corporate, and research photographer vacancies.
If you're still perfecting your photography craft, look for intern, apprentice, or assistant photographer positions. Alternatively, search for openings commensurate with your photography experience, such as entry level, senior, manager, or director photographer jobs. Are you also a drone pilot? Why not apply for an aerial photographer role?
If you've built up your photography skills around a particular subject or setting, search for open positions related to your skills, for example portrait, property, or wedding photographer jobs. Other openings include travel, event, news, and medical photographer opportunities.
Do you prefer working independently? Why not apply for freelance work? With full-time and part-time photography positions available, you're sure to find the perfect job to suit your availability, too.
Once you've applied for the ideal photography position, you might be wondering what to do next. Get ahead and educate yourself on top photographer interview questions and how to answer them, ready for your job interview.
If you're still browsing opportunities, comparing job offers, or already talking money, you should have a good idea of what salary to aim for as a photographer. These tips can help you get a high-paying photographer job:
- Learn what other photographers are earning near you, as average salaries and hourly rates can be significantly different from place to place.
- When considering pay, don't forget to take into account the level of experience you have as a photographer.
- Create a list of prized skills that employers look for when hiring photographers. For example, professional training courses, ability to use different photography equipment and lenses, knowledge of tools, techniques and software to enhance, edit, and manipulate images, and great communication, time-management, and creative skills. Some employers may also value skills in related fields, such as videography, graphic design, drone piloting, and image processing.
In addition to a fair wage, photographers can sometimes benefit from various job-related perks. These may include:
- Child- and pet-friendly workplaces
- Flexible working hours
- Paid time off
- Professional development opportunities
- Retirement plans and insurance coverage
- Company car or transportation
- Mobile phone discounts
- Staff discounts