Photographer Jobs in South Pasadena, CA

A Photographer plays an essential role within the commercial art industry, using their creative skills and technical expertise to communicate a message or tell a story visually. They work closely with clients to create unique and compelling images that effectively promote products, services, or concepts. This often involves planning and executing photo shoots, editing photos using software such as Adobe Photoshop, and ensuring that the final product adheres to the client's vision and standards. To excel in this role, a photographer needs to have a keen eye for detail, excellent communication skills, and a solid understanding of lighting and composition. They should also be proficient in photo editing software and should ideally hold a degree in Photography or a related field.

Before becoming a Photographer, a person might start their career in roles such as Photography Assistant, where they would help prepare for photo shoots and assist with lighting and equipment setup. Another common starting point is a Photo Editor role, where they would gain valuable experience in selecting, editing, and arranging photos. Some may also start as Freelance Photographers, offering their services to various clients and building a portfolio to showcase their skills. Regardless of the route taken, becoming a professional Photographer in the commercial art industry requires a combination of technical skills, creativity, and practical experience.

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Photographer for Saturday Event

  • Los Angeles, CA (10 miles from South Pasadena, CA)
  • 15 hours ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (10 miles from South Pasadena, CA)
  • 15 hours ago

Photographer for Saturday Event (South Los Angeles) compensation: $150/hr I need a photographer for an event this Saturday from 1 - 4PM. - Preferably someone who has experience shooting events....

Photographer youth sports Hiring Now

  • Culver City, CA (16 miles from South Pasadena, CA)
  • 16 hours ago
  • Culver City, CA (16 miles from South Pasadena, CA)
  • 16 hours ago

We're looking for photographers to join our team for weekend work capturing posed team and individual photos....

Photographer Needed for Magazine Feature (Full Credit!)

  • Los Angeles, CA (10 miles from South Pasadena, CA)
  • 16 hours ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (10 miles from South Pasadena, CA)
  • 16 hours ago

I'm looking for a talented editorial-style photographer to shoot portraits for an upcoming Authority Magazine feature on sustainability. Your work will be published, and credited....

Photographer for Bar Catering Company

  • Redondo Beach, CA (23 miles from South Pasadena, CA)
  • 16 hours ago
  • Redondo Beach, CA (23 miles from South Pasadena, CA)
  • 16 hours ago

Photographer for Bar Catering Company (Redondo Beach) compensation: $20 plus per hr. free food & beverage Photograph cool events - Eat and drink for free and pay some $, but not alot of $...Who's in...

Photographer

  • Los Angeles, CA (10 miles from South Pasadena, CA)
  • 16 hours ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (10 miles from South Pasadena, CA)
  • 16 hours ago

This video photographer will travel light and work quickly, and the ideal candidate should be adaptable and nimble enough to capture fleeting moments....

______Wedding Photographer & Videographer & DJ Needed ASAP!

  • Los Angeles, CA (10 miles from South Pasadena, CA)
  • 16 hours ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (10 miles from South Pasadena, CA)
  • 16 hours ago

______Wedding Photographer & Videographer & DJ Needed ASAP!...

Looking for a Photographer to join our team

  • Los Angeles, CA (10 miles from South Pasadena, CA)
  • 16 hours ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (10 miles from South Pasadena, CA)
  • 16 hours ago

Job Title: Freelance Photographer Job Type: Part-Time/Contract Compensation: Competitive hourly rate (Please provide your desired rate per hour) Description: Are you a talented photographer with a keen...

Seeking a photographer/videographer

  • Los Angeles, CA (10 miles from South Pasadena, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (10 miles from South Pasadena, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Seeking a photographer/videographer (East Los Angeles) compensation: 300 Hello, I am an independent artist currently seeking someone to shoot some photo and short form video content for new music I...

Photographer

  • Studio City, CA (12 miles from South Pasadena, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Studio City, CA (12 miles from South Pasadena, CA)
  • 2 days ago

This video photographer will travel light and work quickly, and the ideal candidate should be adaptable and nimble enough to capture fleeting moments....

Internship, Automotive Photographer, Design Studio (Fall 2025)

  • Hawthorne, CA (17 miles from South Pasadena, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Hawthorne, CA (17 miles from South Pasadena, CA)
  • 3 days ago

About the Team As an Automative Photographer and Digital Retoucher intern at Tesla, you will be responsible for the photography of our vehicles and other Tesla products....

Photographer wanted

  • Beverly Hills, CA (14 miles from South Pasadena, CA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Beverly Hills, CA (14 miles from South Pasadena, CA)
  • 6 days ago

Photographer wanted (La) compensation: $1000 monthly Hi, I'm looking for a photographer to collaborate with for at least five days each month....

Photographer Seeks Test Models

  • Los Angeles, CA (10 miles from South Pasadena, CA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (10 miles from South Pasadena, CA)
  • 6 days ago

Photographer Seeks Test Models (Northridge) image 1 of 6 Tampa near Nordhoff no pay Description: Seeking local models interested in collaborating on a photoshoot....

News Photographer - IE Bureau, KABC-TV

  • Glendale, CA (8 miles from South Pasadena, CA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Glendale, CA (8 miles from South Pasadena, CA)
  • 8 days ago

managers Proven ability to multi-task and thrive in a high-pressure newsenvironment Ability to take story from concept to completion independently Basic qualifications: Minimum 5 years of experience as a photographer...

Photographer for portraits needed

  • Los Angeles, CA (10 miles from South Pasadena, CA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (10 miles from South Pasadena, CA)
  • 8 days ago

Need a photographer for a session of taking portraits of Law Firm office employees....

Experienced Youth Sports Photographers & Assistants

  • Los Angeles, CA (10 miles from South Pasadena, CA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (10 miles from South Pasadena, CA)
  • 9 days ago

Experienced Youth Sports Photographers & Assistants (Los Angeles) image 1 of 4 compensation: Starting pay $40.00+ per hour for photographers $25.00 for assistants Experienced Youth Sports Photographers...

Demographic Data for South Pasadena, CA

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Salary for Photographer Jobs in South Pasadena, CA

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireCommercialArt research efforts.

Highest Education Level

Photographers in South Pasadena, CA offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
58.5%
Associate's Degree
13.7%
High School or GED
9.9%
Master's Degree
9.8%
Vocational Degree or Certification
5.1%
Some College
1.7%
Some High School
0.7%
Doctorate Degree
0.6%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Photographers in South Pasadena, CA
1-2 years
45.4%
Less than 1 year
22.7%
None
13.6%
2-4 years
9.1%
4-6 years
9.1%