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Fashion Nova

Photographer

Beverly Hills, CA

Founder & CEO Richard Saghian launched the brand in 2006, from a retail location in Los Angeles ... Partner with the Manager, Photography to maintain high quality studio photography lighting for ...

Turn5, Inc.

Photographer

Paoli, PA

Turn5 is one of the largest and fastest growing e-commerce retailers in the Greater Philadelphia ... The Photographer is responsible for ensuring the proper exposure, lighting combinations, color ...

Turn5, Inc.

Photographer

Paoli, PA · On-site

Overview Turn5 is one of the largest and fastest growing e-commerce retailers in the Greater ... The Photographer is responsible for ensuring the proper exposure, lighting combinations, color ...

Turn5, Inc.

Photographer

Paoli, PA · On-site

Overview Turn5 is one of the largest and fastest growing e-commerce retailers in the Greater ... The Photographer is responsible for ensuring the proper exposure, lighting combinations, color ...

Princess Cruises

Photographer

New York, NY · On-site

Photographer Department: Photo Employment Type: Fixed Term Contract Location: Global Reporting To ... retail space. * You'll be responsible for the care and proper use of company-issued equipment ...

Princess Cruises

Photographer

New York, NY

As a Photographer onboard Princess Cruises, you'll be part of a vibrant team dedicated to capturing ... retail space. * You'll be responsible for the care and proper use of company-issued equipment ...

CADY

Lead Photographer

Charlotte, NC

$18/hr

CADY is the premier school photography company. We exist to inspire and unleash human potential. We ... Significant noise and other potential sensory stimulants (i.e., busy retail environment with camera ...

Adorama

Inventory Product Photographer

Chattanooga, TN

This position will be photographing preowned and new photo, video, audio, lighting, and computer equipment to be used for online retail listings on various retail sites. The Photographer will take ...

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Gymreapers

Photographer

Nampa, ID · On-site

The Photographer will own and elevate the visual standard of Gymreapers across all channels. This ... DTC, Amazon, retail, and social. The ideal candidate lives and breathes training culture ...

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REVOLVE

E-Commerce Photographer

Cerritos, CA · On-site

$30 - $31.50/hr

REVOLVE is the next-generation fashion retailer for Millennial and Generation Z consumers. As a ... Other duties may be assigned. ● Photograph a full assortment of table-top product categories ...

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How much do retail photographer jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 5, 2026, the average hourly pay for retail 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 are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Retail Photographer, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Retail Photographer, you need strong photography skills, a solid understanding of lighting and composition, and typically a degree or certification in photography or a related field. Proficiency with DSLR or mirrorless cameras, photo editing software like Adobe Photoshop or Lightroom, and digital asset management systems is essential. Creativity, attention to detail, and strong interpersonal skills help capture compelling images and collaborate effectively with clients or team members. These skills are crucial to producing high-quality visual content that attracts customers and supports retail marketing objectives.

What is the difference between Retail Photographer vs Product Photographer?

AspectRetail PhotographerProduct Photographer
CredentialsPhotography skills, portfolio, possibly retail or commercial experiencePhotography skills, portfolio, product styling knowledge
Work EnvironmentRetail stores, shopping centers, or online retail settingsStudio or on-location, focusing on individual products
Employer & IndustryRetail chains, e-commerce companies, department storesManufacturers, e-commerce, advertising agencies
Search & Comparison IntentUnderstanding retail-specific photography roles and requirementsFocusing on product-focused photography techniques and jobs

Retail Photographers primarily capture images within retail environments, emphasizing store displays and online product presentation. Product Photographers focus on individual items, often in studio settings, to highlight product details. While both roles require strong photography skills, Retail Photographers often work closely with retail branding, whereas Product Photographers concentrate on product aesthetics and specifications.

What are retail photographers?

Retail photographers are professionals who specialize in taking high-quality photographs within retail environments, such as stores, shopping malls, or pop-up shops. Their work often includes capturing images of products, store layouts, visual merchandising, and sometimes customers engaging with products or events. These photos are typically used for marketing, advertising, social media, e-commerce, and promotional materials to enhance a retailer's brand image and boost sales. Retail photographers must have an eye for detail, knowledge of lighting, and an understanding of how to make products look appealing to consumers. They may work freelance or as part of a company's marketing or creative team.

How does a Retail Photographer typically collaborate with store staff and visual merchandisers to achieve effective product displays?

Retail Photographers work closely with store staff and visual merchandisers to ensure that product images accurately reflect in-store displays and branding guidelines. They often participate in planning sessions to understand the desired look and feel, and may coordinate shoot schedules around store hours or visual refreshes. Effective communication with the team is essential to adapt to changing display setups and promotional campaigns. This collaboration helps ensure that photography not only highlights products but also supports overall sales and marketing objectives.
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Infographic showing various Retail Photographer job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 62% Full Time, and 38% Part Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $42,345 per year, or $20.4 per hour.
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Fashion Nova

Beverly Hills, CA

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement

Posted 10 days ago

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5.9

Company rating: 5.9 out of 10

Based on 7 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

ABOUT US

Fashion Nova is the world's leading trend-to-market fashion and lifestyle brand with high-growth categories across its Women, Men, Kids and Beauty divisions. Renowned for delivering the most-wanted styles to millions worldwide, Fashion Nova earned the title of the Top 5 Most-Searched Fashion Brand on Google in 2022, alongside Louis Vuitton and Nike. 

Founder & CEO Richard Saghian launched the brand in 2006, from a retail location in Los Angeles. After multiple store openings, Saghian launched the e-commerce website for Fashion Nova in 2013, pioneering a disruptive social commerce model of affordable, on-trend, size-inclusive clothing online - powered by an innovative, social media-first marketing strategy. 

Today, Fashion Nova has amassed over 40 million social media followers, with annual sales of approximately $2 billion!

The brand's name has been featured in chart-topping hit songs by Cardi B, Drake, 21 Savage, Saweetie, The Game, Tyga and Offset and its styles have been worn by many celebrities, artists and athletes including Meg The Stallion, Ice Spice, Chris Brown, Floyd Mayweather, Rick Ross, Kourtney Kardashian, and Kylie Jenner

ROLE OVERVIEW

The Photographer will work with a team of other Photographers, Makeup Artists, and Stylists to shoot high volume, on-model product, off-model still-life product, and lifestyle/content. You will shoot across a variety of categories and will dictate studio and location lighting, post-processing, and camera technology necessary to bring amazing quality content to our customers across the brand.

RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Establish your lighting and set esthetic, and photograph assigned products and/or models
  • Partner with the Manager, Photography to maintain high quality studio photography lighting for elevated eCommerce product photography and various weekly lifestyle/content photo shoots
  • Abide by designated Fashion Nova brand photographic standard guides
  • Coordinate with the Manager, Photography on selecting, uploading, retouching to maintain consistent, efficient, high-quality image
  • Design creative methods to implement lighting, set design and model poses, both in studio and on location, to produce high quality, elevated imagery
  • Ensure color consistency across all images
  • Ensure daily shot counts for all sets
  • Work with the Art Director and Stylists to capture and enhance specific product features
  • Maintain advanced knowledge of photography trends in the industry regarding new approaches, technologies, and competitive aspects in the market including both photo and video

ROLE REQUIREMENTS

  • Five plus years of experience as a Photographer in a studio environment, ideally in the Fashion eCommerce industry
  • A solid portfolio demonstrating creative and technical expertise
  • Proficient in Canon EOS digital cameras or similar
  • Advanced end user with Apple products
  • Ability to photograph all categories assigned
  • Proficient knowledge of Capture One and Photoshop
  • Skillful knowledge of fashion, portrait, and eCommerce lighting
  • Expert knowledge of professional digital photography equipment, digital workflow, and terminology
  • Strong technical troubleshooting skills
  • File management, archival skills, and file delivery to workflow standards
  • Ability to partner with freelance team members to assure consistency
  • Evolve the established creative aesthetic
  • BA degree in Photography or equivalent work experience
  • English, additional language(s) an advantage
  • Willingness to work at our Vernon, CA HQ studio and offsite locations as needed

BENEFITS

  • New State-of-the-art HQ located in Beverly Hills
  • Formalized career paths for continued professional growth
  • Comprehensive health insurance across Medical, Dental and Vision
  • 401k match, with immediate vesting upon eligibility
  • Weekly catered lunches & fully-stock kitchen pantry!
  • Opportunities to travel for trade shows and vendor meetings
  • Summer Fridays Early Departure
  • Team bonding events and programs
  • Attractive employee discounts!

Fashion Nova, LLC, and subsidiaries thereof, is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are steadfast in our commitment to equal employment opportunities and pledge that these objectives are reflected in all aspects of our daily operations. We will continue to recruit, hire, train, and advance in employment qualified individuals in all job titles without regard to race, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, age, status as a protected veteran, criminal history, or status as an individual with a disability; and shall not discriminate against any individual, any such characteristic, nor any other classification protected by local, state and|or federal law.

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