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Photographer jobs in Portland, OR
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…
$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…
$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 - other markets will have a different range. Meet the Team At Cisco,…
$204.4k - $258.4k
The application window is expected to close on: 10/01/2026Note: While this is a remote position, we are seeking candidates located in or willing to relocate to the Seattle Metro area in order to support customers onsite…
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…
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…
$80k - $90k
collaborations that amplify the brand's voice and connect it with new audiences. Your relationships with writers, bloggers, influencers, photographers, and industry partners help keep Axiom part of the conversation. At t…
$75k - $83k
The Portland Press Herald, part of the Maine Trust for Local News, seeks an outstanding, accomplished journalist to join our team of editors. We are an ambitious news organization with high standards and a talented staff…
SUMMARY: Timber Press publishes nonfiction books, illustrated and narrative, in the categories of gardening, nature, science, craft, and lifestyle.We are seeking an Editorial Assistant to support ourExecutive Editor and…
Become a Part of the NIKE, Inc. Team NIKE, Inc. does more than outfit the world’s best athletes. It’s a place where passionate individuals come together to create the future of sport. We are unapologetic about who we are…
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What photographers earn in Portland
Hourly first — that's how the offer arrives
| Experience | Hourly | Annual, full-time |
|---|---|---|
| Entry level | $18–$25 | $38k–$53k |
| Mid level | $25–$36 | $53k–$75k |
| Senior | $36–$50 | $75k–$105k |
Adjusted for the Portland 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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Senior Photographer
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