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G/FORE

Photo Studio Manager

Raleigh, NC · On-site

Source freelance crew and talent, who fit and match brand's standards. * Onboard, manage, and ... stylists, HMU, and set designers. * Casting: collaborate with creative production team for model ...

8x8

Photo Studio Manager

Raleigh, NC · On-site

Source freelance crew and talent, who fit and match brand's standards. * Onboard, manage, and ... stylists, HMU, and set designers. * Casting: collaborate with creative production team for model ...

G/FORE

Photo Studio Manager

Raleigh, NC · On-site

$65 - $95/hr

Source freelance crew and talent, who fit and match brand's standards. * Onboard, manage, and ... stylists, HMU, and set designers. * Casting: collaborate with creative production team for model ...

Tailored Brands

Sr Stylist

Dublin, CA · On-site

About the Job We currently have an exciting opportunity for a Sr Stylist to join our Photo Studio ... freelance/on-call stylists and assistants while supporting casting, fittings, and talent ...

Peter Millar

Softgoods Stylist

Raleigh, NC · On-site

... photo shoots, ensuring all assets uphold Peter Millar's premium brand standards. This role partners ... Oversee freelance softgood stylists to maintain brand standards * Execute styling requests to ...

ZAGG, Inc.

Creative Producer & Stylist

Midvale, UT · On-site

This role is the operational backbone of our photo and video productions - ensuring every shoot is ... Handle all external communications with vendors, talent, locations, and freelance crew * Procure ...

ZAGG Inc

Creative Producer & Stylist

Midvale, UT

This role is the operational backbone of our photo and video productions -- ensuring every shoot is ... Handle all external communications with vendors, talent, locations, and freelance crew * Procure ...

Calculated Hire

Creative Producer

Columbus, OH · On-site

Creative Photo Studio Producer Columbus, OH - 100% On-Site 3-6-month contract with likelihood of ... Coordinate and manage weekly freelance needs across multiple brands and teams * Provide on-set ...

Perfectress Us Inc

Content Creator

Cherry Hill, NJ · On-site

$25/hr

Freelance Content Creator Perfectress US Inc - Cherry Hill, NJ (Hybrid/On-Site as Needed ... Develop engaging photo, video, and written content tailored for Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, and ...

Perfectress Us Inc

Content Creator

Cherry Hill, NJ · On-site

$25/hr

Freelance Content Creator Perfectress US Inc - Cherry Hill, NJ (Hybrid/On-Site as Needed ... Develop engaging photo, video, and written content tailored for Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, and ...

IntelliPro Group Inc.

Art Director

New York, NY · On-site

$50 - $56.73/hr

... photo and video shoots , including casting, styling, set design, shot lists, composition, and on-set decisions. * Partner with photographers, stylists, producers, editors, retouchers, freelancers ...

IntelliPro Group Inc.

Art Director

New York, NY · On-site

... photo and video shoots , including casting, styling, set design, shot lists, composition, and on-set decisions. * Partner with photographers, stylists, producers, editors, retouchers, freelancers ...

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How much do freelance photo stylist jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 5, 2026, the average yearly pay for freelance photo stylist in the United States is $52,500.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $30,000.00 and $64,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a freelance photo stylist?

A Freelance Photo Stylist is a creative professional who prepares and arranges props, products, clothing, or sets for photo shoots to achieve a specific visual aesthetic. They work independently with photographers, brands, or media companies to enhance the overall composition and storytelling of images. Their responsibilities can include sourcing props, coordinating colors and textures, and ensuring every detail aligns with the client's vision. Since they are freelancers, they often manage multiple clients, set their own schedules, and negotiate their rates.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a freelance photo stylist?

To thrive as a Freelance Photo Stylist, you need a strong eye for visual composition, deep knowledge of design principles, and experience with setting up props and wardrobe for photoshoots. Familiarity with industry-standard tools such as Adobe Creative Suite, digital cameras, and studio lighting equipment is often required, along with a portfolio demonstrating relevant styling work. Excellent organizational skills, creativity, communication, and the ability to collaborate with photographers and clients help set you apart in this freelance role. These abilities are crucial for producing visually compelling images, meeting client expectations, and building lasting professional relationships.

What are some typical challenges faced by freelance photo stylists, and how can they be managed?

Freelance photo stylists often navigate challenges such as tight deadlines, last-minute changes to creative direction, managing multiple clients simultaneously, and sourcing props or wardrobe items within budget constraints. It’s important to stay organized with clear timelines, maintain a network of trusted vendors and rental sources, and develop creative problem-solving skills to adapt quickly on set. Building strong communication with photographers, art directors, and clients also helps ensure expectations are aligned and projects run smoothly. Many stylists find that flexibility and proactive planning are key to overcoming these day-to-day challenges and delivering high-quality work.

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Infographic showing various Freelance Photo Stylist job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 53% Full Time, 37% Part Time, 3% Temporary, 3% Contract, and 3% Nights. Highlights an 96% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $52,500 per year, or $25.2 per hour.

Photo Studio Manager

G/FORE

Raleigh, NC • On-site

Full-time

Posted 19 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Lead the day-to-day operations of the photo studio, ensuring projects are planned, tracked, and delivered efficiently.

  • Establish and maintain production calendars, timelines, and priorities, and manage resources to meet deadlines and standards.

  • Oversee the management of studio workflows, including file management, asset tracking, vendor relationships, and project coordination.

Job description

It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing!
We're committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business.
Born in Los Angeles but bred with a global perspective, G/FORE was conceptualized with a passion for modern design combined with a love of golf. Distinguished by our attention to detail, sophisticated ease, playful nature, youthful energy and sense of humor. We consistently strive to make a powerful and colourful impact on our favourite game. We take inspiration from art, architecture, modern design, and colourful narratives. Our intent is to disrupt the industry without being disrespectful to the sport and its rich traditions.
The Photo Studio Manager will lead and oversee the photo studio team responsible for all photography and video production across eCommerce, digital marketing, wholesale, and print. This position will be responsible for cultivating best practices for the studio, creative resourcing, implementing scalable workflows to support a growing volume, and ensuring projects are being delivered in a timely manner, up to G/FORE's standards, and within budget. This role partners closely with several teams: Production, Marketing, Merchandising, Design, and eCommerce, and external vendors.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
  • Lead day-to-day operations of the photo studio, ensuring projects are planned, tracked, and delivered efficiently.
  • Establish and maintain clear production calendars, timelines, and priorities across multiple workstreams and various deadlines. Ensure proper resources are always available.
  • Act as primary administrator for Global Edit/Creative Force, including file management, asset tracking, reporting, and any related workflows.
  • Identify inefficiencies and proactively propose solutions to improve speed, quality, and scalability with leveraging tools, such as Creative Force, Monday, etc. .
  • Provide leadership, mentoring, training, performance development and management for both internal and external studio teams.
  • Budget management: create, forecast, and tracking fiscal year and monthly production budgets.
  • Source freelance crew and talent, who fit and match brand's standards.
  • Onboard, manage, and maintain strong relationships with creative vendors, such as agencies, photographers, stylists, HMU, and set designers.
  • Casting: collaborate with creative production team for model casting and manage selection process that will fit G/FORE's branding and aesthetic.
  • Lead weekly status meetings with internal studio teams and cross-functional partners (Production, Marketing, Design, and eCommerce) to align on priorities, deadlines, and resourcing.
  • Cultivate a collaborative work environment and create best standard practices for the studio team.
  • Lead contract and rate negotiations for models and freelance. Ensure proper documentations, such as SOWs, NDAs, and Professional Service Agreements are maintained properly.
  • In partnership with Marketing, Sales, and Merchandising, this role also supports photoshoots based on selective creative asset requests and needs.

COMPETENCIES:
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Highly organized with exceptional attention to detail.
  • Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to adapt as business evolves.
  • Operational mindsets with the ability to create and implement scalable workflows.
  • Self-starter who thrives in fast-paced, growth-oriented environments.
  • Knowledge of G/FORE's branding for model casting and sourcing new freelancers.
  • Proficient in Creative Force, Global Edit, Microsoft Office, Adobe Creative Suite, and CaptureOne.
  • Proficient with Monday, Asana, Air Table, or any similar project management tools

DESIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
  • Bachelor's degree in the Arts, Business Management, or similar.
  • Proven experience in managing a photo studio or high-volume production environment.
  • Demonstrated experience building and managing production workflows
  • Strong budget management and negotiation skills
  • Rolodex of modeling agencies, freelancers, and any creative vendors.
  • Hands-on experience with Creative Force, Global Edit, or comparable studio management software

If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us!
Peter Millar & G/FORE are equal opportunity employers. In accordance with anti-discrimination law, it is the purpose of this policy to effectuate these principles and mandates. Both Peter Millar & G/FORE prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type and they afford equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, genetic information, marital status, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by law. Both Peter Millar & G/FORE comply with applicable state, county and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment.

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