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Pro Motion Pix LLC

Automotive Photographer

Visalia, CA · On-site

$24 - $26/hr

Training & development Automotive Photographer Full Time- Monday through Friday 8am-4:30pm (or until work is completed) Route: Dinuba, Visalia and Surrounding Areas Pay: $24.00++ Hourly pay listed is ...

Pro Motion Pix LLC

Automotive Photographer

Santa Rosa, CA · On-site

$24 - $26/hr

Vision insurance Automotive Photographer Full Time- Monday through Friday 8am-4:30pm (or until work is completed) Route: Santa Rosa, Petaluma, Ukiah and Surrounding Areas Pay: $24.00++ Hourly pay ...

Pro Motion Pix LLC

Automotive Photographer

Novato, CA · On-site

$24 - $26/hr

Vision insurance Automotive Photographer Full-Time - Monday through Friday | 8:00 AM-4:30 PM (or until work is completed) Route: San Rafael, Corte Madera, Novato, Larkspur, Mill Valley & surrounding ...

Pro Motion Pix LLC

Automotive Photographer

Rexburg, ID · On-site

$24 - $26/hr

Training & development Part-Time Automotive Photographer Location: Idaho Falls & Surrounding Areas Schedule: Tuesdays & Thursdays, ~15 hours/week (or until work is completed) Pay: $24+/hour ...

Pro Motion Pix LLC

Automotive Photographer

Madras, OR · On-site

$23.50 - $26/hr

Training & development Job Title: Part-Time Automotive Photographer - Madras, Oregon (2x a week, 4-6 hour shifts) Company: Pro-MotionPix Location: Madras, Oregon (with occasional travel to Bend, OR ...

Pro Motion Pix LLC

Automotive Photographer

Santa Rosa, CA · On-site

$24 - $26/hr

Vision insurance Automotive Photographer Full Time- Monday through Friday 8am-4:30pm (or until work is completed) Route: Santa Rosa, Petaluma, Ukiah and Surrounding Areas Pay: $24.00++ Hourly pay ...

Pro Motion Pix LLC

Automotive Photographer

Modesto, CA · On-site

$23.50 - $26/hr

Automotive Photographer Full-Time Position - Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM (or until work is completed) Location: Tracy, Modesto, and Surrounding Areas Pay: $23.50++ per hour (includes ...

Pro Motion Pix LLC

Automotive Photographer

Visalia, CA · On-site

$24 - $26/hr

Training & development Automotive Photographer Full Time- Monday through Friday 8am-4:30pm (or until work is completed) Route: Dinuba, Visalia and Surrounding Areas Pay: $24.00++ Hourly pay listed is ...

Pro Motion Pix LLC

Automotive Photographer

Novato, CA · On-site

$24 - $26/hr

Vision insurance Automotive Photographer Full-Time - Monday through Friday | 8:00 AM-4:30 PM (or until work is completed) Route: San Rafael, Corte Madera, Novato, Larkspur, Mill Valley & surrounding ...

Pro Motion Pix LLC

Automotive Photographer

Rexburg, ID · On-site

$24 - $26/hr

Training & development Part-Time Automotive Photographer Location: Idaho Falls & Surrounding Areas Schedule: Tuesdays & Thursdays, ~15 hours/week (or until work is completed) Pay: $24+/hour ...

Pro Motion Pix LLC

Automotive Photographer

Modesto, CA · On-site

$23.50 - $26/hr

Automotive Photographer Full-Time Position - Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM (or until work is completed) Location: Tracy, Modesto, and Surrounding Areas Pay: $23.50++ per hour (includes ...

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As of Jul 29, 2026, the average hourly pay for automotive photographer in the United States is $20.36, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.38 and $21.63 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an Automotive Photographer job?

An Automotive Photographer captures high-quality images of vehicles for marketing, sales, editorial, or promotional purposes. They work with dealerships, manufacturers, magazines, or private clients to showcase cars in the best possible light. This role involves composing shots, editing images, and sometimes working in outdoor or studio environments. A strong understanding of lighting, angles, and post-processing techniques is essential to highlight the vehicle's design and features effectively.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Automotive Photographer position, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Automotive Photographer, you need a solid grounding in photography concepts, composition, and lighting—often backed by a portfolio and relevant experience. Familiarity with DSLR or mirrorless cameras, editing software like Adobe Photoshop and Lightroom, and sometimes drone technology is typically required. Creativity, strong attention to detail, and excellent communication skills help set top professionals apart in this field. These abilities are crucial for producing compelling automotive images that effectively showcase vehicles and meet client or dealership marketing objectives.

What are typical challenges faced by automotive photographers in their day-to-day work?

Automotive photographers often work in a variety of lighting and weather conditions, which can present challenges in achieving the perfect shot. They may need to coordinate with dealers, marketing teams, or car owners to arrange photoshoots and ensure vehicles are prepared and positioned correctly. Deadlines are frequently tight, especially in fast-paced dealership settings where inventory needs to be photographed and listed quickly. Adaptability and problem-solving skills are important for overcoming obstacles like reflective surfaces, crowded shooting locations, and changing environmental factors.

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Infographic showing various Automotive Photographer job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 87% Full Time, 11% Part Time, 1% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $42,345 per year, or $20.4 per hour.

Automotive Photographer

XCITE AUTOMOTIVE

Hardeeville, SC

Full-time

Posted 22 days ago

Xcite Automotive rating

4.2

Company rating: 4.2 out of 10

Based on 12 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

243rd of 246 rated software companies

Job description

Xcite Automotive is seeking an Automotive Photographer for our dealership partners in Hardeeville, South Carolina!!

Job Description: As an Automotive Photographer you will be on site at a partnering dealership, where you will be responsible for capturing high-quality, consistent vehicle images that represent the inventory online. Your photos will directly impact the customer experience and help drive online engagement and vehicle sales.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Capture professional-grade exterior and interior photos of dealership inventory
  • Ensure all images are clean, well-lit, and follow brand standards
  • Stage vehicles to showcase key features and appeal to online car shoppers
  • Upload, tag, and organize photos into dealership systems or platforms for web publishing
  • Work closely with the detail/recon team to ensure cars are ready for photography
  • Maintain photography equipment and manage daily photo workflow
  • Identify and report any vehicle damage or quality issues to the recon team or manager

Minimum Qualifications

  • 1+ year photography experience (automotive, product, or real estate).
  • Proficient with DSLR/mirrorless cameras.
  • Valid driver’s license + reliable transportation.
  • Ability to work outdoors and move around vehicles for proper angles.
  • Strong attention to detail and ability to follow a set photo workflow.

Beneficial Types of Previous Experience:

  • Photographer
  • Auto Detailer
  • Lot Porter or Inventory Coordinator
  • Freelance or Product Photographer
  • Vehicle Inspector

Apply today to start your career with Xcite Automotive! 

Company Description: Xcite Automotive is a fast-growing automotive service and a software-based company that helps dealers get vehicles frontline-ready quickly and efficiently. Since 2007, Xcite Automotive has been on a mission to make the automotive industry faster, more innovative, and more profitable. Over 1,300 automobile dealers nationwide rely on Xcite’s team of 1000+ employees to provide on-site vehicle marketing and reconditioning solutions.

Additional Information: Xcite Automotive provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or orientation. In addition to federal law requirements, we comply with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.

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