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Rugs USA

Photo Studio Lead

Cranbury, NJ · On-site

Position Overview We are seeking an experienced and strategic Photo Studio Lead to manage the production of photo and video content for Rugs USA and Annie Selke . In this critical leadership role ...

G/FORE

Photo Studio Manager

Raleigh, NC · On-site

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 ...

G/FORE

Photo Studio Manager

Raleigh, NC · On-site

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 ...

Gude Panda LLC

Self Photo Studio Attendant

Northridge, CA · On-site

$18.42 - $19/hr

We are a Self Photo Studio offering customers a fun, independent photography experience. We are looking for a reliable, detail-oriented studio attendant to help maintain a smooth and welcoming ...

Quad

Photo Studio Art Director

Hempstead, TX · On-site

$119K - $125K/yr

Art direct photo shoots in both studio and on-location environments, ensuring creative excellence from concept through execution. * Collaborate closely with Studio Operations, including Studio ...

Quad

Photo Studio Art Director

Beasley, TX · On-site

$101K - $106K/yr

Art direct photo shoots in both studio and on-location environments, ensuring creative excellence from concept through execution. * Collaborate closely with Studio Operations, including Studio ...

Quad

Photo Studio Art Director

Pecangrove, TX · On-site

$97K - $102K/yr

Art direct photo shoots in both studio and on-location environments, ensuring creative excellence from concept through execution. * Collaborate closely with Studio Operations, including Studio ...

Quad

Photo Studio Art Director

Hockley, TX · On-site

$109K - $114K/yr

Art direct photo shoots in both studio and on-location environments, ensuring creative excellence from concept through execution. * Collaborate closely with Studio Operations, including Studio ...

Quad

Photo Studio Art Director

Richmond, TX · On-site

$94K - $98K/yr

Art direct photo shoots in both studio and on-location environments, ensuring creative excellence from concept through execution. * Collaborate closely with Studio Operations, including Studio ...

Quad

Photo Studio Art Director

Kendleton, TX · On-site

$100K - $105K/yr

Art direct photo shoots in both studio and on-location environments, ensuring creative excellence from concept through execution. * Collaborate closely with Studio Operations, including Studio ...

Quad

Photo Studio Art Director

Rosenberg, TX · On-site

$99K - $104K/yr

Art direct photo shoots in both studio and on-location environments, ensuring creative excellence from concept through execution. * Collaborate closely with Studio Operations, including Studio ...

Quad

Photo Studio Art Director

Katy, TX · On-site

$109K - $114K/yr

Art direct photo shoots in both studio and on-location environments, ensuring creative excellence from concept through execution. * Collaborate closely with Studio Operations, including Studio ...

Quad

Photo Studio Art Director

Katy, TX · On-site

$104K - $109K/yr

Art direct photo shoots in both studio and on-location environments, ensuring creative excellence from concept through execution. * Collaborate closely with Studio Operations, including Studio ...

Quad

Photo Studio Art Director

Tomball, TX · On-site

$114K - $120K/yr

Art direct photo shoots in both studio and on-location environments, ensuring creative excellence from concept through execution. * Collaborate closely with Studio Operations, including Studio ...

Quad

Photo Studio Art Director

Sugar Land, TX · On-site

$111K - $116K/yr

Art direct photo shoots in both studio and on-location environments, ensuring creative excellence from concept through execution. * Collaborate closely with Studio Operations, including Studio ...

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As of Aug 25, 2026, the average yearly pay for photo studio in the United States is $53,399.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $42,000.00 and $60,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a photo studio?

A photo studio is a dedicated space equipped with professional lighting, backdrops, cameras, and other photography equipment where photographers capture high-quality images. Photo studios are used for various types of photography, including portraits, product shots, fashion shoots, and commercial projects. They provide a controlled environment that allows photographers to manipulate lighting and settings to achieve the desired results. Many photo studios also offer additional services such as photo editing, printing, and makeup or styling for clients.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in a photo studio role, and why are they important?

To thrive in a Photo Studio role, you need a solid grasp of photography principles, lighting techniques, and camera operation, often supported by formal training or a degree in photography or visual arts. Familiarity with photo editing software like Adobe Photoshop and Lightroom, as well as studio lighting systems, is typically required. Strong organizational skills, creativity, and effective communication help manage client expectations and execute photoshoots efficiently. These skills ensure high-quality visual output and a seamless client experience in a competitive creative industry.

What are some common challenges faced when working in a photo studio environment?

Working in a photo studio often involves balancing multiple projects with tight deadlines, adapting to different client needs, and maintaining high standards for image quality. Team members must frequently collaborate with photographers, stylists, and clients to ensure every shoot runs smoothly. Additionally, managing equipment, lighting setups, and post-production tasks can be demanding, requiring both technical expertise and strong organizational skills. The fast-paced atmosphere can be challenging, but it also offers opportunities to learn and grow alongside creative professionals.

What is the difference between Photo Studio vs Photography Assistant?

AspectPhoto StudioPhotography Assistant
CredentialsPhotography or related certifications often preferredSimilar certifications may be required, especially for technical skills
Work EnvironmentIndoor studio setting with controlled lightingVaried environments, including outdoor shoots and studio setups
Employer & Industry UsagePhotographers, studios, commercial and portrait workPhotographers, studios, assisting on shoots
Common Search & Comparison IntentUnderstanding studio setup, equipment, and servicesLearning about support roles and assisting in shoots

While a Photo Studio typically refers to the physical location or business offering photography services, a Photography Assistant is a supporting role that helps photographers during shoots. The assistant often works within a photo studio environment, handling equipment, setting up lighting, and assisting with technical tasks. Both roles require similar skills and certifications, but their focus differs: one is a service provider, the other a support role.

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Infographic showing various Photo Studio job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 70% Full Time, 25% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 89% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 8% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $53,399 per year, or $25.7 per hour.

Photo Studio Assistant

Salt Lake City, UT

Rhone Apparel
11 - 50 employees
Learn more about Rhone Apparelexternal

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement

Re-posted 26 days ago

Job description

Who We Are

At Rhone, we cultivate a work culture that is empowering and rooted in our core values. We are gritty, approaching challenges with resilience and determination. We are responsible, holding ourselves accountable to each other and the work we do. We strive for excellence, pushing boundaries to deliver our best every day. We remain authentic, embracing honesty, humility, and individuality. And above all, we are team centered, knowing that true success comes from collaboration and shared purpose.

About The Role

Rhone is seeking a hungry Photo Studio Assistant with a focus on the daily operations of the Rhone Creative Studio in Salt Lake City, Utah.  The Photo Studio Assistant supports the day-to-day operations of the photo studio, helping ensure e-commerce photography and creative productions run smoothly and efficiently. This role is ideal for someone early in their career who is highly organized, detail-oriented, and interested in gaining experience within a fast-paced creative environment. The Photo Studio Assistant will help prepare for photo shoots, manage product samples, organize assets, and provide general studio support.

What You'll Do

Studio Support

  • Assist with the daily operations of the photo studio.

  • Prepare studio spaces, equipment, and products ahead of scheduled shoots.

  • Support photographers, stylists, producers, and creative team members during productions.

  • Help maintain a clean, organized, and efficient studio environment.

  • Assist with setup, breakdown, and general production needs during photo shoots.

Sample Management

  • Receive, unpack, organize, and track product samples.

  • Prepare apparel and accessories for photography, including steaming and organizing merchandise.

  • Pull products according to shot lists and styling needs.

  • Maintain sample inventory and ensure products are returned to the appropriate teams following shoots.

  • Assist with seasonal sample organization and storage.

Administrative Support

  • Assist with shoot schedules, calendars, and production documents.

  • Support project tracking and workflow organization.

  • Help coordinate deliveries, shipments, and studio supplies.

  • Serve as the primary point of contact for day-to-day studio and building operations, coordinating maintenance requests, vendor visits, repairs, equipment servicing, and workplace upkeep to ensure the facility remains operational and presentation-ready.

Asset & Production Coordination

  • Help organize and upload photography assets.

  • Support image delivery and tracking with retouching partners and internal stakeholders.

  • Perform quality checks to ensure assets are complete and properly organized.

What You'll Bring

  • 1+ years of ecommerce experience.

  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-volume environment

  • Strong portfolio demonstrating your digital work 

  • Extensive knowledge of channel best practices

  • Strong organizational skills, keen eye for detail and able to manage multiple projects at once

  • Creativity, adaptability, and the ability to work collaboratively with multiple teams.

What You'll Get

  • Competitive compensation

  • Health, dental, vision, and ancillary benefits

  • 401(k) with company incentive savings plan

  • 10 company holidays annually

  • Discretionary time off policy

  • Career growth and advancement opportunities

  • Clothing discount plus semi-annual gift card allotment

Other Details

Job Type: Full Time

Reports to: Director, Creative Services

Location: Onsite - Salt Lake City, UT

Our Commitment

Rhone Apparel, Inc is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law. We are committed to recruiting, hiring, training and promoting qualified people of all backgrounds, and make all employment decisions without regard to any protected status.