New Brunswick, NJ · On-site
$20.25 - $27.50/hr
Medical
Retirement
From photography and journalism to graphic design and videography, Navy MCs can do it all. We're ... You could be overseas on the flight deck of an aircraft carrier, in the field with a combat ...
New Brunswick, NJ · On-site
$20.25 - $27.50/hr
Medical
Retirement
From photography and journalism to graphic design and videography, Navy MCs can do it all. We're ... You could be overseas on the flight deck of an aircraft carrier, in the field with a combat ...
Kennesaw, GA · On-site
$18 - $24.75/hr
Medical
Retirement
From photography and journalism to graphic design and videography, Navy MCs can do it all. We're ... You could be overseas on the flight deck of an aircraft carrier, in the field with a combat ...
Kennesaw, GA · On-site
$18 - $24.75/hr
Medical
Retirement
From photography and journalism to graphic design and videography, Navy MCs can do it all. We're ... You could be overseas on the flight deck of an aircraft carrier, in the field with a combat ...
Green Bay, WI · On-site
$19 - $26/hr
Medical
Retirement
From photography and journalism to graphic design and videography, Navy MCs can do it all. We're ... You could be overseas on the flight deck of an aircraft carrier, in the field with a combat ...
Green Bay, WI · On-site
$19 - $26/hr
Medical
Retirement
From photography and journalism to graphic design and videography, Navy MCs can do it all. We're ... You could be overseas on the flight deck of an aircraft carrier, in the field with a combat ...
Houston, TX · On-site
$18.50 - $25.50/hr
Medical
Retirement
From photography and journalism to graphic design and videography, Navy MCs can do it all. We're ... You could be overseas on the flight deck of an aircraft carrier, in the field with a combat ...
Houston, TX · On-site
$18.50 - $25.50/hr
Medical
Retirement
From photography and journalism to graphic design and videography, Navy MCs can do it all. We're ... You could be overseas on the flight deck of an aircraft carrier, in the field with a combat ...
Sparks, NV · On-site
$20 - $27.25/hr
Medical
Retirement
From photography and journalism to graphic design and videography, Navy MCs can do it all. We're ... You could be overseas on the flight deck of an aircraft carrier, in the field with a combat ...
Sparks, NV · On-site
$20 - $27.25/hr
Medical
Retirement
From photography and journalism to graphic design and videography, Navy MCs can do it all. We're ... You could be overseas on the flight deck of an aircraft carrier, in the field with a combat ...
Cambridge, MA · On-site
$21.50 - $29.50/hr
Medical
Retirement
From photography and journalism to graphic design and videography, Navy MCs can do it all. We're ... You could be overseas on the flight deck of an aircraft carrier, in the field with a combat ...
Cambridge, MA · On-site
$21.50 - $29.50/hr
Medical
Retirement
From photography and journalism to graphic design and videography, Navy MCs can do it all. We're ... You could be overseas on the flight deck of an aircraft carrier, in the field with a combat ...
Murfreesboro, TN · On-site
$17.25 - $23.50/hr
Medical
Retirement
From photography and journalism to graphic design and videography, Navy MCs can do it all. We're ... You could be overseas on the flight deck of an aircraft carrier, in the field with a combat ...
Murfreesboro, TN · On-site
$17.25 - $23.50/hr
Medical
Retirement
From photography and journalism to graphic design and videography, Navy MCs can do it all. We're ... You could be overseas on the flight deck of an aircraft carrier, in the field with a combat ...
Paterson, NJ · On-site
$19.75 - $27.25/hr
Medical
Retirement
From photography and journalism to graphic design and videography, Navy MCs can do it all. We're ... You could be overseas on the flight deck of an aircraft carrier, in the field with a combat ...
Paterson, NJ · On-site
$19.75 - $27.25/hr
Medical
Retirement
From photography and journalism to graphic design and videography, Navy MCs can do it all. We're ... You could be overseas on the flight deck of an aircraft carrier, in the field with a combat ...
$17.75 - $24.50/hr
Medical
Retirement
From photography and journalism to graphic design and videography, Navy MCs can do it all. We're ... You could be overseas on the flight deck of an aircraft carrier, in the field with a combat ...
$17.75 - $24.50/hr
Medical
Retirement
From photography and journalism to graphic design and videography, Navy MCs can do it all. We're ... You could be overseas on the flight deck of an aircraft carrier, in the field with a combat ...
$19 - $26/hr
Medical
Retirement
From photography and journalism to graphic design and videography, Navy MCs can do it all. We're ... You could be overseas on the flight deck of an aircraft carrier, in the field with a combat ...
$19 - $26/hr
Medical
Retirement
From photography and journalism to graphic design and videography, Navy MCs can do it all. We're ... You could be overseas on the flight deck of an aircraft carrier, in the field with a combat ...
Boca Raton, FL · On-site
$18.50 - $25.25/hr
Medical
Retirement
From photography and journalism to graphic design and videography, Navy MCs can do it all. We're ... You could be overseas on the flight deck of an aircraft carrier, in the field with a combat ...
Boca Raton, FL · On-site
$18.50 - $25.25/hr
Medical
Retirement
From photography and journalism to graphic design and videography, Navy MCs can do it all. We're ... You could be overseas on the flight deck of an aircraft carrier, in the field with a combat ...
Evansville, IN · On-site
$18.50 - $25.50/hr
Medical
Retirement
From photography and journalism to graphic design and videography, Navy MCs can do it all. We're ... You could be overseas on the flight deck of an aircraft carrier, in the field with a combat ...
Evansville, IN · On-site
$18.50 - $25.50/hr
Medical
Retirement
From photography and journalism to graphic design and videography, Navy MCs can do it all. We're ... You could be overseas on the flight deck of an aircraft carrier, in the field with a combat ...
Pittsburgh, PA · On-site
$19 - $26/hr
Medical
Retirement
From photography and journalism to graphic design and videography, Navy MCs can do it all. We're ... You could be overseas on the flight deck of an aircraft carrier, in the field with a combat ...
Pittsburgh, PA · On-site
$19 - $26/hr
Medical
Retirement
From photography and journalism to graphic design and videography, Navy MCs can do it all. We're ... You could be overseas on the flight deck of an aircraft carrier, in the field with a combat ...
West Jordan, UT · On-site
$18.25 - $25/hr
Medical
Retirement
From photography and journalism to graphic design and videography, Navy MCs can do it all. We're ... You could be overseas on the flight deck of an aircraft carrier, in the field with a combat ...
West Jordan, UT · On-site
$18.25 - $25/hr
Medical
Retirement
From photography and journalism to graphic design and videography, Navy MCs can do it all. We're ... You could be overseas on the flight deck of an aircraft carrier, in the field with a combat ...
South Bend, IN · On-site
$19.25 - $26.25/hr
Medical
Retirement
From photography and journalism to graphic design and videography, Navy MCs can do it all. We're ... You could be overseas on the flight deck of an aircraft carrier, in the field with a combat ...
South Bend, IN · On-site
$19.25 - $26.25/hr
Medical
Retirement
From photography and journalism to graphic design and videography, Navy MCs can do it all. We're ... You could be overseas on the flight deck of an aircraft carrier, in the field with a combat ...
Miami, FL · On-site
$18.50 - $25.50/hr
Medical
Retirement
From photography and journalism to graphic design and videography, Navy MCs can do it all. We're ... You could be overseas on the flight deck of an aircraft carrier, in the field with a combat ...
Miami, FL · On-site
$18.50 - $25.50/hr
Medical
Retirement
From photography and journalism to graphic design and videography, Navy MCs can do it all. We're ... You could be overseas on the flight deck of an aircraft carrier, in the field with a combat ...
Waterbury, CT · On-site
$20 - $27.25/hr
Medical
Retirement
From photography and journalism to graphic design and videography, Navy MCs can do it all. We're ... You could be overseas on the flight deck of an aircraft carrier, in the field with a combat ...
Waterbury, CT · On-site
$20 - $27.25/hr
Medical
Retirement
From photography and journalism to graphic design and videography, Navy MCs can do it all. We're ... You could be overseas on the flight deck of an aircraft carrier, in the field with a combat ...
Worcester, MA · On-site
$19.50 - $26.75/hr
Medical
Retirement
From photography and journalism to graphic design and videography, Navy MCs can do it all. We're ... You could be overseas on the flight deck of an aircraft carrier, in the field with a combat ...
Worcester, MA · On-site
$19.50 - $26.75/hr
Medical
Retirement
From photography and journalism to graphic design and videography, Navy MCs can do it all. We're ... You could be overseas on the flight deck of an aircraft carrier, in the field with a combat ...
$19.25 - $26.50/hr
Medical
Retirement
From photography and journalism to graphic design and videography, Navy MCs can do it all. We're ... You could be overseas on the flight deck of an aircraft carrier, in the field with a combat ...
$19.25 - $26.50/hr
Medical
Retirement
From photography and journalism to graphic design and videography, Navy MCs can do it all. We're ... You could be overseas on the flight deck of an aircraft carrier, in the field with a combat ...
Lake Charles, LA · On-site
$18 - $24.50/hr
Medical
Retirement
From photography and journalism to graphic design and videography, Navy MCs can do it all. We're ... You could be overseas on the flight deck of an aircraft carrier, in the field with a combat ...
Lake Charles, LA · On-site
$18 - $24.50/hr
Medical
Retirement
From photography and journalism to graphic design and videography, Navy MCs can do it all. We're ... You could be overseas on the flight deck of an aircraft carrier, in the field with a combat ...
$9.62 - $12.11
3% of jobs
$12.11 - $14.60
14% of jobs
$15.36 is the 25th percentile. Wages below this are outliers.
$14.60 - $17.09
27% of jobs
The median wage is $17.69 / hr.
$17.09 - $19.58
26% of jobs
$20.71 is the 75th percentile. Wages above this are outliers.
$19.58 - $22.07
11% of jobs
$22.07 - $24.56
9% of jobs
$24.56 - $27.05
4% of jobs
$27.05 - $29.55
4% of jobs
$29.55 - $32.04
1% of jobs
$32.04 - $34.53
0% of jobs
$34.53 - $37.02
0% of jobs
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A Combat Photographer is a military professional who captures images and videos in active combat zones, training exercises, and military operations. Their work documents missions, supports intelligence gathering, and provides historical records. They must operate in high-risk environments, often alongside troops, using specialized camera equipment. In addition to photography skills, they receive military training to ensure their safety and mission effectiveness. Combat Photographers may also edit, archive, and distribute their work for military or public use.
To thrive as a Combat Photographer, you need advanced photography and videography skills, a strong understanding of military protocols, and the ability to operate effectively in high-stress, often hazardous environments. Proficiency with professional camera gear, editing software like Adobe Photoshop and Premiere, and, in some cases, military-issued communications systems is necessary. Exceptional attention to detail, quick decision-making, resilience, and effective teamwork distinguish top performers in this field. These abilities ensure that vital visual documentation is captured ethically, accurately, and safely under challenging circumstances.
Combat Photographers often work in intense, unpredictable environments where physical and mental resilience are essential. They must adapt quickly to rapidly changing conditions, ensuring their equipment is protected and functional while capturing high-quality images under pressure. Strict adherence to operational security and confidentiality is also required, and the need to collaborate closely with military personnel adds another layer of complexity. Despite these challenges, the role is deeply rewarding for those who are passionate about storytelling and documenting history as it unfolds.
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$20.25 - $27.50/hr
Full-time
Medical, Retirement
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ABOUT
As a Mass Communication Specialist, it’s your job to tell our story. Use your creativity to educate and inform the public about the achievements of Sailors in America’s Navy. Travel the world, document military operations and develop high-profile media campaigns. From photography and journalism to graphic design and videography, Navy MCs can do it all. We’re looking for Sailors with talent and originality, who aren’t afraid to think outside the box and see the world in a new way.
RESPONSIBILITIES
PAY AND BENEFITS
From the day you start, you’ll receive:
EDUCATION OPPORTUNITIES
QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS
WORK ENVIRONMENT
As an MC, you’ll explore nearly every part of the Navy. You could be overseas on the flight deck of an aircraft carrier, in the field with a combat construction unit or in an air-conditioned broadcast station at a stateside command. Your workplace is as diverse as they come.
While there may be some physical work on a ship or in a station, the majority of the job is mentally and creatively focused. You’ll also need to be comfortable working independently or with a small team and with little supervision.
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10,000+ Employees
Washington, DC, US
