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Lead Photographer

Buffalo, NY · On-site

$79K - $107K/yr

... 3D/virtual photography workflows. • Comfortable working cross functionally in a fast paced environment. • Ability to travel 5-10% • This is a hybrid opportunity based out of Rich's WHQ in ...

Experience supporting 360 or 3D/virtual photography workflows. Comfortable working cross functionally in a fast paced environment. Ability to travel 5-10% This is a hybrid opportunity based out of ...

... virtual tours, schematic floor plans and photography. As a Photography Manager, you will be ... responsible for ensuring our photographers always meet both appointment deadlines and quality ...

... virtual tours, schematic floor plans and photography. As a Photography Manager, you will be ... responsible for ensuring our photographers always meet both appointment deadlines and quality ...

... virtual tours, schematic floor plans and photography. As a Photography Manager, you will be ... responsible for ensuring our photographers always meet both appointment deadlines and quality ...

... virtual tours, schematic floor plans and photography. As a Photography Manager, you will be ... responsible for ensuring our photographers always meet both appointment deadlines and quality ...

... virtual tours, schematic floor plans and photography. As a Photography Manager, you will be ... responsible for ensuring our photographers always meet both appointment deadlines and quality ...

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How much do virtual photography jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 5, 2026, the average hourly pay for virtual photography in the United States is $25.87, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $19.71 and $29.09 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Virtual Photographer, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Virtual Photographer, you need a solid understanding of photography principles, composition, and digital image editing, often supported by a portfolio demonstrating creative work. Proficiency with graphic design software such as Adobe Photoshop, Lightroom, and familiarity with virtual environments or gaming engines like Unreal Engine or Unity is typically required. Creativity, attention to detail, and strong communication skills help you stand out when collaborating with clients or teams. These skills ensure you can produce visually compelling images that meet project goals and client expectations in the growing field of digital and virtual media.

What are some common challenges faced by virtual photographers when working with game developers or creative teams?

Virtual photographers often collaborate closely with game developers and creative teams to capture images that represent a game's vision and aesthetic. One common challenge is aligning artistic intent with technical limitations, such as in-game lighting or camera restrictions. Effective communication and flexibility are essential, as feedback cycles can be frequent and require quick adjustments. Additionally, virtual photographers may need to work within tight deadlines, balancing creativity with project requirements. Building a strong rapport with the development team and staying adaptable can help overcome these challenges.

What is virtual photography?

Virtual photography is the art of capturing images within video games or digital environments, using in-game cameras or specialized software. This creative field allows artists and gamers to compose shots, play with lighting, and showcase the beauty or storytelling elements of virtual worlds. Virtual photographers can share their work on social media, contribute to game marketing, or use their images in digital art portfolios. The practice has grown in popularity with games that offer advanced photo modes and realistic graphics.

Can I make money with photography online?

Virtual photography jobs involve selling images through stock photo websites, working as a freelance photographer, or offering services on online platforms. Success depends on skill, quality of work, and marketing efforts, with many photographers earning income through licensing, prints, or client projects conducted remotely.

What is the difference between Virtual Photography vs 3D Rendering Artist?

AspectVirtual Photography3D Rendering Artist
CredentialsPhotography skills, editing software3D modeling, rendering software
Work EnvironmentRemote or studio, client sitesStudio, remote, or on-site
Industry UsageReal estate, e-commerce, marketingArchitecture, product design, gaming
Primary FocusCapturing real or virtual scenes visuallyCreating realistic 3D images from models

Virtual Photography involves capturing or creating visual representations of spaces or products, often using digital tools and photography skills. 3D Rendering Artists focus on producing detailed 3D images from models, primarily for architectural visualization, product design, or gaming. While both roles require technical skills and often overlap in industries like real estate or marketing, Virtual Photography emphasizes photographic techniques, whereas 3D Rendering centers on digital modeling and rendering processes.

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Infographic showing various Virtual Photography job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 46% Full Time, 47% Part Time, and 7% Temporary. Highlights an 80% In-person, 7% Hybrid, and 13% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $53,800 per year, or $25.9 per hour.

$79K - $107K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Life, PTO

Posted 19 days ago


Job description

Rich's, also known as Rich Products Corporation, is a family-owned food company dedicated to inspiring possibilities. From cakes and icings to pizza, appetizers and specialty toppings, our products are used in homes, restaurants and bakeries around the world. Beyond great food, our customers also gain insights to help them stay competitive, no matter their size. Our portfolio includes creative solutions geared at helping food industry professionals compete in foodservice, retail, in-store bakery, deli, and prepared foods, among others. With more than 13,500 associates working globally in 100 countries and annual sales of $5.9 billion, Rich's is a global leader with a focus on everything that family makes possible. Rich's®-Infinite Possibilities. One Family.
Purpose Statement
We're looking for a hands-on photographer to create compelling, high-quality imagery for Rich Products' diverse portfolio of frozen, bakery, and foodservice brands, supporting storytelling across a wide range of digital and physical channels. This role is responsible for conceptualizing and executing original brand, lifestyle, and environmental photography along with producing GS1-compliant product photography, packaging shots and GIFs used on brand websites, retailer and marketplace sites, social channels, digital campaigns, and sales materials.
The photographer partners closely with marketing, culinary, packaging, regulatory, and digital teams to ensure all imagery is accurate, compliant, consistent, and on-brand, supporting digital commerce, retail visibility, and content scalability across owned and third-party channels. Our brands include, but are not limited to, Rich's, Farm Rich, SeaPak, Morey's, f'real, Christie Cookie Co., and more.
Key Accountabilities and Outcomes
• Lead the creative execution of brand, lifestyle, and environmental photography, producing original imagery that supports campaigns, storytelling, and brand expression across channels.
• Own the full photography lifecycle: pre-production planning, shoot execution, lighting, capture, retouching direction, and final asset delivery.
• Makes day-to-day creative decisions to translate marketing briefs and business objectives into original imagery without reliance on prescriptive shot lists.
• Capture and deliver GS1-compliant product photography, including white-background pack shots, required angles, label-legible views, and case packs
• Produce retail-ready imagery that meets retailer and marketplace specifications
o Ensure packaging accuracy and regulatory compliance in all product imagery
• Prepare images for use on product pages, digital catalogs, social channels, packaging, and retailer listings
• Prepare final files, support DAM uploads, apply naming conventions and metadata, and deliver channel-ready assets on schedule.
• Collaborate with cross-functional partners to meet production timelines and content needs
• Brings creative point-of-view while collaborating closely with brand, marketing, culinary, and digital partners.
o Operates within brand guidelines while exercising professional judgment.
• Additional support with corporate events and associate headshots, as required
Knowledge, Skills, and Experience
• Bachelor's degree in Photography, Visual Arts, Graphic Design, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience. A strong portfolio demonstrating product, packaging, and environmental photography is required.
• 4-7+ years of professional food/brand photography experience, with a demonstrated ability to capture appetizing, crave-worthy imagery.
• Expertise with professional photography equipment, lighting, and composition.
• Proficiency in photo editing and retouching tools (e.g., Photoshop, Lightroom, AI tools).
• Experience managing assets in a DAM.
• Background in GS1 and retail ready photography standards, preferred with familiarity with retailer image requirements and digital shelf standards.
• Experience supporting 360° or 3D/virtual photography workflows.
• Comfortable working cross functionally in a fast paced environment.
• Ability to travel 5-10%
• This is a hybrid opportunity based out of Rich's WHQ in Buffalo, NY with in-person collaboration required Tuesday-Thursday each week and WFH flexibility Monday / Friday dependent on content production schedules.
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COMPENSATION
In accordance with state law, the rate or range provided is Rich Products Corporation, its subsidiaries and affiliates ("Rich's"), reasonable estimate of the base compensation for this role. The actual amount may be higher or lower, based on non-discriminatory factors such as experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, shift differential, and location.
Annual Range/Hourly Rate
$79,414.00 - $107,442.00
Rich Products Corporation, its subsidiaries and affiliates ("Rich's"), are committed to a policy of Equal Employment Opportunity, standing up for fairness and maintaining a culture of belonging, to provide an exceptional experience for all. We will not discriminate against an applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, military or veteran status, or any other Federal or State legally protected classes. The information collected by this application is solely to determine suitability for employment, verify identity, and maintain employment statistics on applicants.
Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act and certain state or local laws. A reasonable accommodation is a change in the way things are normally done which will ensure an equal employment opportunity without imposing undue hardship on Rich's. Please contact Rich's Associate Experience Network at hrhelp@rich.com if you need assistance completing this application or to otherwise participate in the application process.
BRINGING YOUR BEST SELF TO WORK.
As a family-owned company, caring for our associates-their whole selves-is a top priority. That's why we provide benefits and tools to help our people balance the integration of work and life:
  • Competitive compensation
  • Health & financial benefits
  • Paid time off
  • Parental leave
  • Family planning support
  • Flexible work policy
  • Associate resource groups
  • Volunteering & community impact opportunities
  • Holiday gatherings
  • In-house taste tests (we are a food company after all)!

It's all part of how we support our family of associates. Because in the company of family, all things are possible.
MEET RICH'S.
Rich's, also known as Rich Products Corporation, is a family-owned food company dedicated to inspiring possibilities. From cakes and icings to pizza, appetizers and specialty toppings, our products are used in homes, restaurants and bakeries around the world. Beyond great food, our customers also gain insights to help them stay competitive, no matter their size. Our portfolio includes creative solutions geared at helping food industry professionals compete in foodservice, retail, in-store bakery, deli, and prepared foods, among others. With over 13,500 associates working in 100 locations globally, and annual sales at $5.9 billion, Rich's is a global leader with a focus on everything that family makes possible. Rich's®-Infinite Possibilities. One Family.