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Photographer jobs in Chicago, IL
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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DescriptionAt HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas t…
$50k - $60k
Agency:BBDOJob Function:CreativeJob Subfunction: Art DirectionJob Description:Utilizes developing specialized knowledge to execute tasks and contribute to smaller projects or defined components of larger initiatives. Add…
Eightfold is a global leader in an AI-native enterprise talent platform, trusted by the world’s largest & most respected Fortune 500 organizations. Our platform is built from the ground up, operating at scale across Azur…
Director of Marketing:We are looking for a strategic marketing leader to guide firmwide business development and brand initiatives. This role will work closely with executive leadership, practice group heads, and attorne…
$164k - $261.5k
To get the best candidate experience, please consider applying for a maximum of 3 roles within 12 months to ensure you are not duplicating efforts.Job CategoryMarketing & CommunicationsJob DetailsAbout SalesforceSalesfor…
$154.9k - $225.3k
The application window is expected to close on: 10/15/2026This position will require up to 25% travel.Posted salary range is for the San Jose, CA area. Range may be different in other markets.Meet the Team Cisco Networki…
Job-ID29304390Reference26-25997Remote50% RemoteSenior Art DirectorAbout the Role Our Fortune 100 client is seeking a seasoned, hands-on Senior Art Director to drive design excellence and conceptual innovation. In this ro…
At KPMG, we are not only keeping pace with the future of business; we are defining it. Harnessing the full power of AI and digital innovation, we deliver intelligent, data-driven solutions to help our clients navigate ch…
$85k - $100k
NewsNation, America’s fastest-growing television network, is looking for a Creative Marketing Producer, VFX Editor/Compositor to join our Creative Marketing team. The ideal candidate can write but is also an excellent vi…
$300 - $500 per month
As an In-Hospital Fresh 48 Photographer and Sales Consultant in Chicago, you will coordinate mini photoshoots, edit images, and sell to families—all from the comfort of their hospital room, just days after delivery. This…
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What photographers earn in Chicago
Hourly first — that's how the offer arrives
| Experience | Hourly | Annual, full-time |
|---|---|---|
| Entry level | $18–$25 | $38k–$52k |
| Mid level | $25–$35 | $52k–$73k |
| Senior | $35–$50 | $73k–$103k |
Adjusted for the Chicago 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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