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Photographer jobs in New York, NY
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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$22–$60/hr
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When you join VerizonYou want more out of a career. A place to share your ideas freely — even if they’re daring or different. Where the true you can learn, grow, and thrive. At Verizon, we power and empower how people li…
$184.1k - $322.2k
Company DescriptionIt all started when engineer Fred Luddy wrote code that automated a tedious task for his coworker, Phyllis. She cried tears of joy. That moment inspired Fred to build a company that could do that for e…
Bumble's Creative Studio is an exciting inflection point, supporting Bumble Inc.'s portfolio of apps globally. We’re looking to hire a seasoned Creative Director who will partner with our CEO/Founder, Chief Marketing Off…
$74 - $85 per hour
DescriptionA client with Kforce is seeking a Content Marketing Manager to join their team in New York, NY.Summary:The client is looking for an experienced, highly organized Content Marketing lead to join the B2B Marketin…
$142k - $214k
Snap Inc is a technology company. We believe the camera presents the greatest opportunity to improve the way people live and communicate. Snap contributes to human progress by empowering people to express themselves, liv…
beautiful world we live in - a philosophy reflected in every piece of jewelry and at the core of our company values. The Jewelry Photographer is a key member of the Creative team, responsible for producing elevated produ…
$50 - $90 per hour
Greetings from ProIntegrate, A Micro1, Partner. We have Excellent remote opportunity for Photographer (50-90 USD ) per hour - Remote Work any time, weekends or when you have time, completely flexible. This role is with M…
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…
$40 - $50 per hour
Shootday, a global photography, videography, and production platform, is looking for talented event photographers to join our freelance network. Job Overview: As an event Photographer and Videographer, you'll capture mem…
Responsibilities Take professional pictures in a studio or on location Work closely with clients and colleagues to produce high-quality photographic images Use different techniques to enhance the photographs as required…
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What photographers earn in New York
Hourly first — that's how the offer arrives
| Experience | Hourly | Annual, full-time |
|---|---|---|
| Entry level | $22–$30 | $46k–$63k |
| Mid level | $30–$43 | $63k–$90k |
| Senior | $43–$60 | $90k–$125k |
Adjusted for the New York 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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Photo Lead / Studio Manager
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