Photographer Jobs in Redwood City, 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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School Photographer - Sunnyvale, CA

  • Jostens
  • Sunnyvale, CA (13 miles from Redwood City, CA)
  • 7 hours ago
  • Sunnyvale, CA (13 miles from Redwood City, CA)
  • 7 hours ago

We're looking for seasonal School Photographers to join our fast-growing, fun-loving JostensPIX team no experience required!...

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Photo Specialist

  • Walgreens
  • San Mateo, CA (8 miles from Redwood City, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • San Mateo, CA (8 miles from Redwood City, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Provides customers with courteous, friendly, fast, and efficient photo service and information. Models and delivers a distinctive and delightful customer experience. Assists in other store...

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Photographer, Zillow Media Experts (San Jose, CA)

  • Zillow Group
  • San Jose, CA (21 miles from Redwood City, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • San Jose, CA (21 miles from Redwood City, CA)
  • 2 days ago

Stay updated on industry trends and best practices in real estate photography to continually improve skills and techniques Develop creative concepts and ideas for photography to effectively showcase...

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Looking for photographer/videographer for band show

  • San Francisco, CA (23 miles from Redwood City, CA)
  • 7 days ago
  • San Francisco, CA (23 miles from Redwood City, CA)
  • 7 days ago

Looking for photographer/videographer for band show (mission district) 21st St. near Guerrero compensation: $100 Hey there!...

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Photographer

  • Gap Inc.
  • San Francisco, CA (23 miles from Redwood City, CA)
  • 13 days ago
  • San Francisco, CA (23 miles from Redwood City, CA)
  • 13 days ago

About Gap Inc. At Gap Inc., we create culture as much as we create clothes. Our ambition is to become a high-performing house of iconic American brands that shape culture. Our portfolioOld Navy,...

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Gig Photographer/Videographer Wanted for Bar Drink and Food Content

  • San Francisco, CA (23 miles from Redwood City, CA)
  • 14 days ago
  • San Francisco, CA (23 miles from Redwood City, CA)
  • 14 days ago

un Gig Photographer/Videographer Wanted for Bar Drink and Food Content (mission district) compensation: Flat-rate package Hi there, we're a bar looking for a talented photographer and/or videographer...

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Still Photographer

  • Social Media
  • San Francisco, CA (23 miles from Redwood City, CA)
  • 19 days ago
  • San Francisco, CA (23 miles from Redwood City, CA)
  • 19 days ago

Seeking an experienced lifestyle/hospitality photographer for a branded hotel content shoot across two San Francisco hotel properties....

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Looking for nightlife photographer - Ongoing gig

  • San Francisco, CA (23 miles from Redwood City, CA)
  • 20 days ago
  • San Francisco, CA (23 miles from Redwood City, CA)
  • 20 days ago

Looking for nightlife photographer - Ongoing gig compensation: $50-75/hour We are looking for someone to take photos and possibly videos of a DJ for an hour or two every weekend....

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Contract Nonprofit Photographer

  • Peninsula Family Service
  • San Mateo, CA (8 miles from Redwood City, CA)
  • 21 days ago
  • San Mateo, CA (8 miles from Redwood City, CA)
  • 21 days ago

Preference will be given to photographers based on the San Francisco Peninsula or greater Bay Area....

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Still Photographer

  • Redwood City, CA
  • 24 days ago
  • Redwood City, CA
  • 24 days ago

Looking for some help to find a wedding photographer in the Bay Area. Would love to discuss rates, needs, and expectations with the photographer. It will be a small wedding. Just looking for photos...

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Photographers assistant needed

  • San Francisco, CA (23 miles from Redwood City, CA)
  • 28 days ago
  • San Francisco, CA (23 miles from Redwood City, CA)
  • 28 days ago

un Photographer's assistant needed (bernal heights) compensation: $20/hr Help photographer set up and shoot fine art paintings. Need to catalog and add meta-data to images....

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Real Estate Photographer Needed 1099 (Bay Area)

  • San Mateo, CA (8 miles from Redwood City, CA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • San Mateo, CA (8 miles from Redwood City, CA)
  • 30+ days ago

estate photography Experience with video + gimbal stabilization Experience with Matterport scanning 360 camera (Ricoh Theta Z1 preferred) Reliable vehicle & valid driver's license Professional appearance...

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Photographer

  • TEddy Bear Portraits
  • San Jose, CA (21 miles from Redwood City, CA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • San Jose, CA (21 miles from Redwood City, CA)
  • 45+ days ago

Nationwide Studios/Now & Forever Studios is the Bay Area's leader in portrait photography....

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Wedding Photographer

  • The Pros Weddings
  • San Francisco, CA (23 miles from Redwood City, CA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • San Francisco, CA (23 miles from Redwood City, CA)
  • 45+ days ago

About the Wedding Photographer position We are in search of a talented, experienced wedding photographer who can create imagery that can tell a couple's wedding day story beautifully....

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Photographer - Pottery Barn Teen

  • Williams-Sonoma, Inc.
  • San Francisco, CA (23 miles from Redwood City, CA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • San Francisco, CA (23 miles from Redwood City, CA)
  • 60+ days ago

About the Role Work as the in-house Photographer, leading all in-studio digital shoots. The Photographer is responsible for producing high quality digital images....

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Demographic Data for Redwood City, CA

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Salary for Photographer Jobs in Redwood City, CA

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

Highest Education Level

Photographers in Redwood City, CA offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
59.2%
Associate's Degree
13.4%
Master's Degree
10.1%
High School or GED
9.4%
Vocational Degree or Certification
5.0%
Some College
1.6%
Some High School
0.6%
Doctorate Degree
0.6%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Photographers in Redwood City, 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%