Photographer Jobs in Ridgewood, NY

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.

1-15 of 46 Jobs

Wedding Photographers And Videographers Wanted

  • New York, NY (7 miles from Ridgewood, NY)
  • 2 hours ago
  • New York, NY (7 miles from Ridgewood, NY)
  • 2 hours ago

un WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHERS AND VIDEOGRAPHERS WANTED (Greenwich Village) Greenwich Village compensation: $100 an hr/ 4hr minimum/ weekends only Wedding planner Rachel is currently hiring wedding photographers...

Hiring 2-3 Freelance Food Photographers

  • New York, NY (7 miles from Ridgewood, NY)
  • 2 hours ago
  • New York, NY (7 miles from Ridgewood, NY)
  • 2 hours ago

We specialize in food photography, website/logo/menu/graphic design, social media/email marketing....

Managing Photographer

  • New York, NY (7 miles from Ridgewood, NY)
  • 3 hours ago
  • New York, NY (7 miles from Ridgewood, NY)
  • 3 hours ago

photography, including food styling and preparation....

Food Photographer needed

  • New York, NY (7 miles from Ridgewood, NY)
  • 3 hours ago
  • New York, NY (7 miles from Ridgewood, NY)
  • 3 hours ago

photography (please include a portfolio or sample work) Own photography equipment (camera, lighting, etc.)...

Photographer - Seasonal

  • Mount Vernon, NY (14 miles from Ridgewood, NY)
  • 6 hours ago
  • Mount Vernon, NY (14 miles from Ridgewood, NY)
  • 6 hours ago

We're hiring immediately for Seasonal School Photographers-no photography experience required!...

Full Time, Managing Photographer (Food Industry)

  • Bronx, NY (8 miles from Ridgewood, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Bronx, NY (8 miles from Ridgewood, NY)
  • 1 day ago

photography, including food styling and preparation....

Photographer Wanted - 4th of July Party Cruise on Friday evening

  • New York, NY (7 miles from Ridgewood, NY)
  • 2 days ago
  • New York, NY (7 miles from Ridgewood, NY)
  • 2 days ago

Looking for a reliable photographer with experience with hospitality, nightlife, social events. post id: ... [ ]...

Architectural Real Estate Interior Photographer Needed for Tomorrow

  • New York, NY (7 miles from Ridgewood, NY)
  • 2 days ago
  • New York, NY (7 miles from Ridgewood, NY)
  • 2 days ago

un Architectural Real Estate Interior Photographer Needed for Tomorrow (Midtown) compensation: $500 Hi, I am looking for an interior photographer who has expereince shooting interiors for real estate...

Food Photographer

  • New York, NY (7 miles from Ridgewood, NY)
  • 3 days ago
  • New York, NY (7 miles from Ridgewood, NY)
  • 3 days ago

photography (please include a portfolio or sample work) Own photography equipment (camera, lighting, etc.)...

Interior photographer who can create virtual staging needed Wednesday

  • New York, NY (7 miles from Ridgewood, NY)
  • 3 days ago
  • New York, NY (7 miles from Ridgewood, NY)
  • 3 days ago

Interior photographer who can create virtual staging needed Wednesday (Midtown) compensation: $750 I'm looking for a photographer specializes in shooting residential interiors of buildings and you can...

Photographer Needed Monday, July 7th; 7 pm - 8:30 pm

  • New York, NY (7 miles from Ridgewood, NY)
  • 3 days ago
  • New York, NY (7 miles from Ridgewood, NY)
  • 3 days ago

Photographer Needed Monday, July 7th; 7 pm - 8:30 pm (Bushwick, Brooklyn) Stewart Ave. near Johnson Ave. compensation: $350 A non-profit organization would like to hire an editorial / documentary photographer...

Interior Residential Photographer Needed this coming Wednesday

  • New York, NY (7 miles from Ridgewood, NY)
  • 3 days ago
  • New York, NY (7 miles from Ridgewood, NY)
  • 3 days ago

Interior Residential Photographer Needed this coming Wednesday (Midtown) compensation: $500 I'm looking for a photographer who can shoot interior of an apartments in NY....

Videographer/Photographer - Finance

  • New York, NY (7 miles from Ridgewood, NY)
  • 3 days ago
  • New York, NY (7 miles from Ridgewood, NY)
  • 3 days ago

Our client, an agency in NYC who is working with a financial client, is seeking a skilled and experienced Videographer/Photographer to join their Brand and Content team for a temp-to-perm role....

Seasonal Part Time Photographer for School Picture Company

  • Brooklyn, NY (5 miles from Ridgewood, NY)
  • 4 days ago
  • Brooklyn, NY (5 miles from Ridgewood, NY)
  • 4 days ago

Our Photographers: We are looking for highly motivated, hard working, energetic photographers for a seasonal position capturing students and staff....

Seasonal Part Time Photographer Assistant for School Picture Company

  • Brooklyn, NY (5 miles from Ridgewood, NY)
  • 4 days ago
  • Brooklyn, NY (5 miles from Ridgewood, NY)
  • 4 days ago

You'll work side by side with our amazing team of photographers, helping to ensure successful picture days. You'll be working early AM hours, starting in the office then going on location....

Demographic Data for Ridgewood, NY

Moving to Ridgewood, NY? Find some basic demographic data about Ridgewood, NY below.


Local
National
100,883
2,132
Medium/Lg

Photographer Online Courses and Training Opportunities

iHireCommercialArt curates thousands of courses in order to recommend the best ones to help further your career. If you register for a course using the links on our site, we may receive a small commission.
Platypod for Photographers
Join Larry Becker and Eddie Tapp for an in-depth look at how to take advantage of the Platypod range of tools in professional product, food, and people photography setups. Through a series of live...
InDesign for Photographers
Here is a quick introduction to InDesign with some useful techniques for photographers. Rather than covering all tools and functions of InDesign in detail, this course teaches the basics for...
Photographer: The Project
Calvin Hollywood shows you a personal portrait style that's fun and easy to learn with the interesting twist of other photographers being the models for this type of shoot! Join us and Calvin as...

Salary for Photographer Jobs in Ridgewood, NY

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

Highest Education Level

Photographers in Ridgewood, NY offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
58.9%
Associate's Degree
13.5%
Master's Degree
10.0%
High School or GED
9.6%
Vocational Degree or Certification
5.1%
Some College
1.6%
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 Ridgewood, NY
1-2 years
45.4%
Less than 1 year
22.7%
None
13.6%
2-4 years
9.1%
4-6 years
9.1%