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Photographer jobs in Charlotte, NC
Plans and shoots images for clients or publications, handling lighting, composition, direction of subjects, and post-production across genres such as portrait, product, and events.
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About Company: Denali is the leading organic recycling company on a mission to unlock the power of unused food and organics, transforming them into resources to feed, fuel and replenish the earth. Our work is essential t…
$20 - $25 per hour
Job Description Job Description Position: Digital Content CoordinatorStatus: Part-Time, 20-25 hours per weekReports To: Director of CommunicationsSalary: $20-$25 per hourAnticipated Start: August 2026ABOUT ARTS+Founded i…
Job Summary Nothing Bundt Cakes franchisee is looking for an energetic, outgoing, and results-driven Local Marketing Representative to help grow sales by building meaningful relationships within the community. This role…
$120 per hour
Listing Photographer - Charlotte Area Use your skills to help showcase our properties! Doorstead is expanding its vendor network and is looking for contracted photographers to complete listing photos on a consistent, rec…
TruPlace, Inc . specializes in professional photographs and interactive floor plan tours. We are seeking an ethusiastic creative to join our growing network! Please review the position responsibilities required for this…
Labcorp is a global leader in laboratory services, providing the insights and answers that help healthcare providers, patients, researchers, pharmaceutical companies and health systems make confident decisions and improv…
At Elevation Church, we look to link arms in ministry with those who are passionate about stepping into their God-given calling. While we're a staff from all different backgrounds and walks of life, our mission is the sa…
Canopy Service Partners is seeking a creative and strategic Brand Reputation & Content Manager to elevate the presence of our company and its Partner brands across digital channels and local markets. In this pivotal role…
Many can take a photo, but few can tell a story. Our mission as a company is to hire talented photographers who are passionate about their work, eager to hone their skills and embrace their creative expression. Our photo…
Job Description Job Description Benefits: ~ Health insurance ~ Vision insurance ~401(k) ~ Company car ~ Competitive salary ~ Dental insurance Who We Are: We are SERVPRO of Northwest Charlotte. We are part of a team that…
Job Description Job Description Benefits: Bonus based on performance Company parties Competitive salary Employee discounts Flexible schedule Paid time off Training & development Position: Marketing & Social Media Manager…
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What photographers earn in Charlotte
Hourly first — that's how the offer arrives
| Experience | Hourly | Annual, full-time |
|---|---|---|
| Entry level | $16–$23 | $34k–$47k |
| Mid level | $23–$32 | $47k–$67k |
| Senior | $32–$45 | $67k–$93k |
Adjusted for the Charlotte market from national ranges.
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What employers ask for
The skills these listings keep naming
Camera and lens techniqueLighting (natural and studio)CompositionAdobe LightroomAdobe Photoshop retouchingDirecting subjectsShot planningClient management
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Interview questions worth rehearsing
With the thing the interviewer is actually listening for
Show me your portfolio. How do you choose what goes in it?
Curate ruthlessly toward the work you want to be hired for. Explain your selection logic; it reveals your eye.
How do you handle a shoot when conditions go wrong, like bad weather or a broken light?
Give a real story of adapting on the spot. Preparedness, backups, and calm problem-solving are what clients pay for.
Walk me through your lighting setup for a typical portrait or product shot.
Be specific about modifiers, ratios, and why. Technical fluency separates professionals from enthusiasts.
How do you direct people who are nervous in front of the camera?
Talk about building rapport, giving simple physical prompts, and shooting through awkwardness until subjects relax.
What does your editing and delivery workflow look like?
Cover culling, color, retouching standards, turnaround times, and how you deliver and archive files.
How do you scope and price a job, and handle usage rights?
Show you understand licensing, deliverable counts, and revision limits. Business literacy matters, especially for staff-plus-freelance roles.
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Resume tips that move the needle
For photographers specifically — generic advice costs you here
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Link a genre-focused portfolio; a tight product or portrait gallery beats a broad mix for staff roles.
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List published or commercial work with client names where contracts allow.
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Include your gear and studio competencies briefly, especially lighting, since job posts often specify them.
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Quantify output, such as images delivered per shoot or e-commerce SKUs photographed per week.
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Mention retouching and file management skills; many in-house roles are half post-production.
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Where this role goes
Typical progression
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