Photographer Jobs in East Orange, NJ

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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Looking for neighborhood/street photographer

  • New York, NY (11 miles from East Orange, NJ)
  • 2 hours ago
  • New York, NY (11 miles from East Orange, NJ)
  • 2 hours ago

Looking for neighborhood/street photographer (Midtown) compensation: $750 I am looking for an editorial / street photographer who can capture the essence of some neighborhoods in New York this coming...

Freelance Construction Site Photographer and Reporter Needed

  • Flushing, NY (19 miles from East Orange, NJ)
  • 3 hours ago
  • Flushing, NY (19 miles from East Orange, NJ)
  • 3 hours ago

Freelance Construction Site Photographer and Reporter Needed (Flushing) image 1 of 24 40th Road near Main St. compensation: Flat rate per project, per site visit Construction site photographer needed...

ONSITE Photographer / Studio Manager - PK3-18492012

  • New York, NY (11 miles from East Orange, NJ)
  • 3 hours ago
  • New York, NY (11 miles from East Orange, NJ)
  • 3 hours ago

Full Job DescriptionOur client, a global law firm, is looking for a Photographer to join their team full-time. This role is fully onsite in NYC 3-5 days a week (ideally 5)....

Creative Editor and Photographer

  • New York, NY (11 miles from East Orange, NJ)
  • 18 hours ago
  • New York, NY (11 miles from East Orange, NJ)
  • 18 hours ago

ABOUT THE ROLE Peloton is seeking an experienced Creative Editor and Photographer with media asset management abilities to create short and long-form videos and creative assets across our content production...

ONSITE Photographer / Studio Manager

  • New York, NY (11 miles from East Orange, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • New York, NY (11 miles from East Orange, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Our client, a global law firm, is looking for a Photographer to join their team full-time. This role is fully onsite in NYC 3-5 days a week (ideally 5)....

Creative Assistant Photographer (NYC/NJ) Paid Freelance Position

  • Morristown, NJ (15 miles from East Orange, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Morristown, NJ (15 miles from East Orange, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

Creative Assistant Photographer (NYC/NJ) - Paid Freelance Position (Morristown) compensation: 15-20/hr We are seeking a passionate and driven photographer or film student for a paid freelance opportunity...

Photography Specialist

  • Queens Village, NY (24 miles from East Orange, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Queens Village, NY (24 miles from East Orange, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

ABOUT US New York Edge is the largest provider of after-school and summer camp programs in New York City public schools. Each year, programs in academics, including STEM, the arts, sports and...

Photographer for Parking Garages and Surface Lots

  • New York, NY (11 miles from East Orange, NJ)
  • 3 days ago
  • New York, NY (11 miles from East Orange, NJ)
  • 3 days ago

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

NYC Corporate Event Photographers and Videographers Wanted

  • New York, NY (11 miles from East Orange, NJ)
  • 4 days ago
  • New York, NY (11 miles from East Orange, NJ)
  • 4 days ago

A fast prime lens (e.g., 50mm f/1.4 or 85mm f/1.8) for detailed portraits or low-light situations is also beneficial. Videography Gear: 4K recording capability is a must....

Forensic Photographer

  • New York, NY (11 miles from East Orange, NJ)
  • 4 days ago
  • New York, NY (11 miles from East Orange, NJ)
  • 4 days ago

PHOTOGRAPHER - 90610 Qualifications 1. Three years of full-time paid satisfactory experience acquired within the last ten years as a professional photographer; or 2....

Wingman/ Photographer To Create Content For An Event

  • New York, NY (11 miles from East Orange, NJ)
  • 4 days ago
  • New York, NY (11 miles from East Orange, NJ)
  • 4 days ago

WINGMAN/ PHOTOGRAPHER TO CREATE CONTENT FOR AN EVENT (Brooklyn Central Library) BROOKLYN CENTRAL LIBRARY near Grand Army Plaza compensation: $100 for 2 hours Hi!...

Dealership Runner, Inventory & Photographer etc

  • Lodi, NJ (9 miles from East Orange, NJ)
  • 6 days ago
  • Lodi, NJ (9 miles from East Orange, NJ)
  • 6 days ago

Dealership Runner with Tech Knowledge Wanted Bergen Car Company (Lodi, NJ)** Bergen Car Company, Inc. is looking for a **reliable and tech-savvy Dealership Runner** to join our team in Lodi, NJ....

Clinical Photographer

  • Morristown, NJ (15 miles from East Orange, NJ)
  • 7 days ago
  • Morristown, NJ (15 miles from East Orange, NJ)
  • 7 days ago

Summary: The Ophthalmic Photographer is responsible for performing photographic angiograms and tomograms in order to diagnose retinal diseases....

Looking for maternity photographer for pregnant mother + family

  • Lyndhurst, NJ (5 miles from East Orange, NJ)
  • 9 days ago
  • Lyndhurst, NJ (5 miles from East Orange, NJ)
  • 9 days ago

un Looking for maternity photographer for pregnant mother + family (Location TBD) image 1 of 2 compensation: Send quote Hello, looking for an experienced photographer in the NJ area that can photoshoot...

Looking for Student Photographer - $100 an hour

  • New York, NY (11 miles from East Orange, NJ)
  • 10 days ago
  • New York, NY (11 miles from East Orange, NJ)
  • 10 days ago

Looking for Student Photographer - $100 an hour (Downtown) compensation: $100 Looking for student photographer to help me capture test photos for my dating profile. 1 hour shoot for $100....

Demographic Data for East Orange, NJ

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Salary for Photographer Jobs in East Orange, NJ

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

Highest Education Level

Photographers in East Orange, NJ offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
58.6%
Associate's Degree
13.7%
High School or GED
9.8%
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 East Orange, NJ
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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