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Aquent

Manager, Photo Production

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$65 - $75/hr

This management-level role coordinates the creative photography process, ensuring every shoot meets creative and brand objectives on time and within budget. The Photo Production team is responsible ...

Aquent

Manager, Photo Production

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$65 - $75/hr

This management-level role coordinates the creative photography process, ensuring every shoot meets creative and brand objectives on time and within budget. The Photo Production team is responsible ...

PTR Global

Photo Producer

Culver City, CA · On-site

$80 - $90/hr

The Photo Producer will be responsible for managing and coordinating all aspects of photo ... Responsibilities: * Plan, organize, and oversee photo shoots from concept to completion.

Rag & Bone

Creative Production Manager

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$75K - $95K/yr

Negotiate and book crew for photo and video shoots. * Maintain and manage the studio schedule, coordinating with internal and external teams. * Oversee studio equipment, ensuring proper maintenance ...

rag and bone

Creative Production Manager

New York, NY · On-site

$75K - $95K/yr

Negotiate and book crew for photo and video shoots. * Maintain and manage the studio schedule, coordinating with internal and external teams. * Oversee studio equipment, ensuring proper maintenance ...

Surya Inc

Photo Stylist

Dallas, TX · On-site

PHOTO STYLIST About Surya Inc. Surya Inc. is an innovative home furnishings company catering to a ... Prepare for shoots through research, prop sourcing, product coordination, and pre-production ...

Surya Inc

Photo Stylist

Dallas, TX · On-site

PHOTO STYLIST About Surya Inc. Surya Inc. is an innovative home furnishings company catering to a ... Prepare for shoots through research, prop sourcing, product coordination, and pre-production ...

WeatherTech

Junior Photographer

Bolingbrook, IL · On-site

$55K - $60K/yr

Photo shoot planning and coordination: * Coordinating with the production manager, photo art director and product development dept. * Coordinating vehicles with local dealerships: browsing for ...

Lucky Brand

Assistant Merchandiser

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$57.20K/yr

Photo Shoot Coordination: Partner with PD, Marketing, and Sales to ensure imagery requirements are met and on schedule. * Competitive Analysis: Research in-store and online competition to track ...

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How much do photo shoot coordinator jobs pay per hour?

As of May 28, 2026, the average hourly pay for photo shoot coordinator in the United States is $21.95, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $19.23 and $24.28 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Photo Shoot Coordinator job?

A Photo Shoot Coordinator is responsible for organizing and managing all aspects of a photo shoot, ensuring it runs smoothly and efficiently. This includes scheduling, booking locations, coordinating with photographers, models, and stylists, and overseeing logistics such as props, wardrobe, and equipment. They also handle budgeting, permits, and any unforeseen issues that may arise during the shoot. Their goal is to ensure that the creative vision is executed successfully while staying on schedule and within budget.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Photo Shoot Coordinator position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Photo Shoot Coordinator, you need strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and experience in photography logistics or event planning, often supported by a relevant degree or coursework in photography, media, or communications. Familiarity with photo editing software, project management tools, and scheduling platforms like Adobe Creative Suite and Asana is typically required. Excellent communication, multitasking, and problem-solving abilities set outstanding coordinators apart in fast-paced environments. These skills ensure seamless shoot execution, effective collaboration with creative teams, and the ability to proactively address any on-set challenges.

What are the most common challenges faced by Photo Shoot Coordinators, and how can they be managed?

Photo Shoot Coordinators often encounter challenges such as last-minute schedule changes, managing multiple vendors or creative professionals, and ensuring all needed equipment and talent are present on set. Adaptability and proactive communication are crucial for addressing shifting client or creative needs, while strong organizational skills help in juggling logistics and tight deadlines. Building good relationships with photographers, stylists, and location managers aids in smoothing out potential issues. By anticipating potential obstacles and maintaining a clear overview of the entire shoot process, Photo Shoot Coordinators can keep projects running smoothly and deliver successful outcomes.
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Infographic showing various Photo Shoot Coordinator job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 5% As Needed, 42% Full Time, 37% Part Time, 5% Temporary, and 11% Contract. Highlights an 55% Physical, and 45% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $45,666 per year, or $22 per hour.
Manager, Photo Production

Manager, Photo Production

Aquent

Manhattan, NY • On-site

$65 - $75/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement

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Job description

Placement Type:
Temporary
Salary:
$65-75 Hourly
Start Date:
May 25, 2026
Our client's Photo Production Department is seeking a Manager, Photo Production to plan and execute photo shoots from start to finish across multiple brand divisions. This management-level role coordinates the creative photography process, ensuring every shoot meets creative and brand objectives on time and within budget.
The Photo Production team is responsible for the end-to-end planning and execution of all shoots, delivering creative vision on brand, on time, and on budget. This is a backfill position with an immediate start needed.
Key Responsibilities
• Manage the creative photography process and coordinate all creative components of each photo shoot to ensure alignment with brand objectives, timelines, and budgets
• Manage shoot budgets under the direction of the AVP of Photo
• Schedule and book photographers, models, hair, makeup, stylists, studios, outside production resources, and locations for all photo shoots
• Support model castings and create/manage detailed call sheets
• Negotiate rates and fees with talent and vendors to reduce costs while maintaining the highest photographic standards and strong talent relationships
• Ensure all release forms are signed and coordinate with Legal on any issues
• Manage finalization and submission of all advances, billings, usage agreements, and post-production work within allocated budgets
• Reconcile all invoices from photo shoots; process, file, and submit to Accounts Payable; manage advance requests and net-zero payments
Key Partnerships
This role collaborates closely with the Creative Director of Photography, Photo Art Directors, Creative Operations, Sample Management, Merchants, Stylists, Finance, and outside vendors.
Required Qualifications
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent professional experience
• Minimum 5 years (up to 8 years preferred) of photo production/producing experience across print, catalogue, magazine, newspaper, collateral, and digital/web
• Strong prior experience producing photo shoots for agency or corporate clients
• Proven budget management and financial reconciliation skills
• Experience with vendor and agency management, including rate negotiation
Core Competencies
• Highly collaborative - able to partner effectively across creative, operations, and business teams
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational and project management skills
• Calm and confident under pressure in fast-paced, on-set environments
• Strong communication and negotiation abilities
• Budget management and cost optimization mindset
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**About Aquent Talent:**
Aquent Talent connects the best talent in marketing, creative, and design with the world's biggest brands.
Our eligible talent get access to amazing benefits like subsidized health, vision, and dental plans, paid sick leave, and retirement plans with a match.
Aquent is an equal-opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics. We're about creating an inclusive environment-one where different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives are valued, and everyone can contribute, grow their careers, and thrive.

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