Photographer Jobs in New York

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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Self-media e-commerce photographer assistant recruitment Full-tim

  • Brooklyn, NY
  • 7 hours ago
  • Brooklyn, NY
  • 7 hours ago

Participate in different types of shoots, such as commercial, portrait, wedding, event or product photography. Maintain a professional attitude on set and be flexible to shoot needs....

Photographer

  • New York, NY
  • 17 hours ago
  • New York, NY
  • 17 hours ago

The Maslow Media Group is currently recruiting for As-Needed, Part-Time Event Photographers for our client, a federal financial institution that executes monetary policy, provides financial services...

Ophthalmic Photographer

  • Bethpage, NY
  • 17 hours ago
  • Bethpage, NY
  • 17 hours ago

Job Description Performs photographic and non-photographic diagnostic testing; schedules and explains diagnostic procedures; maintains patient-flow; assists with educational/communication...

Photographer/Sales Associate

  • Hempstead, NY
  • 22 hours ago
  • Hempstead, NY
  • 22 hours ago

Key Responsibilities: Assist photographers during on-site shoots in restaurants. Help set up and manage printing equipment for on-the-spot photo printing....

Photographer for Parking Garages and Surface Lots

  • Guilderland, NY
  • 1 day ago
  • Guilderland, NY
  • 1 day ago

un Photographer for Parking Garages and Surface Lots (Albany. NY) compensation: $20 - $30 per location (depending on availability and quality) via PayPal....

Videographer/Photographer needed for small event tomorrow in Ridgewood

  • Ridgewood, NY
  • 1 day ago
  • Ridgewood, NY
  • 1 day ago

un Videographer/Photographer needed for small event tomorrow in Ridgewood (Ridgewood) compensation: $50 Seeking a professional videographer/photographer for a little event tomorrow 3/11 where there...

Retail Sales Associate - Photographer

  • Rochester, NY
  • 1 day ago
  • Rochester, NY
  • 1 day ago

Thenpicture yourself here by joining the JCPenney Portraits team! We are hiring immediately for part-time Team Members!...

Global Asset Management Enterprise Join Our Team: Seeking Videographers, Photographers, Video Editors & Social Media Experts!...

Social Media Photojournalist and Videographer

  • New York, NY
  • 2 days ago
  • New York, NY
  • 2 days ago

Overview of the position: LREI seeks a creative and energetic photographer and videographer to serve as a social media journalist and videographer who uses photos and videos to tell the story of progressive...

Real Estate photographer needed

  • New York, NY
  • 2 days ago
  • New York, NY
  • 2 days ago

un Real Estate photographer needed compensation: 150 Looking for a photographer with the right equipment and experience to take gorgeous pictures of our interior....

School Photographer

  • New York City, NY
  • 3 days ago
  • New York City, NY
  • 3 days ago

Bring your photographic talents to highlight the unique personality of students in high-quality portraits....

Bpo Company Seeks Photographers Easy Work PT/FT

  • Brentwood, NY
  • 3 days ago
  • Brentwood, NY
  • 3 days ago

very busy bpo company seeking reliable photographer(s) for various routes easy work with steady weekly pay applicants must have reliable car good quality phone/ camera with email capability early morning...

Need photographer for an album cover shoot

  • New York, NY
  • 5 days ago
  • New York, NY
  • 5 days ago

Need photographer for an album cover shoot (Cypress Hills) compensation: 100 I am doing a shoot for one hour in Cypress Park Brooklyn this wednesday....

Staff Photographer / Videographer [New York]

  • New York, NY
  • 5 days ago
  • New York, NY
  • 5 days ago

Proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite, Capture One and video editing software. Proficiency with Canon cameras and Profoto lighting. Experience shooting video and editing....

Photographer / Editor [New York]

  • New York, NY
  • 5 days ago
  • New York, NY
  • 5 days ago

Photographer/Editor (FT) WPIX is looking for a full-time Photographer/Editor. The News Photographer operates television or video cameras to record images or scenes for news reports....

Demographic Data for New York

Moving to New York? Find some basic demographic data about New York below.


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Salary for Photographer Jobs in New York

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

Highest Education Level

Photographers in New York 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
5.2%
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 New York
1-2 years
45.4%
Less than 1 year
22.7%
None
13.6%
2-4 years
9.1%
4-6 years
9.1%


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