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10 of the Most Popular Types of Photographer Assistant Jobs in 2026

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There are no formal education requirements to become a photography assistant. However, most jobs require you to have at least a high school diploma. Completing a photography certificate program teaches you the necessary skills you need to work with a professional photographer, such as how to set up lighting and edit photos. These programs are available to some community colleges and vocational schools. Practice using photographic equipment and software to develop your skills. Different companies and photographers have particular preferences, so a broad skill base is helpful in this work. Many photographers are looking for assistants who have good artistic sensibilities and are driven to learn.

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Top Types Of Photographer Assistant Jobs

List of the top 10 highest paying Photographer Assistant positions in 2026, with salary ranges, according to ZipRecruiter.

  • Staff Photographer

    Salary range: $32,000 - $45,000

    Staff Photographer is a common job search query. Most salaries for Staff Photographer jobs pay between $32,000 (25th percentile) and $45,000 (75th percentile) annually. Currently, there are not many open positions nationwide for Staff Photographer job searches hiring now on ZipRecruiter. You can take a look at what is available and find similar job searches in this list.

  • Lifetouch School Photography

    Salary range: $34,500 - $38,000

    Lifetouch School Photography is a more unusual job search query but still may give you interesting job results. Most salaries for Lifetouch School Photography jobs pay between $34,500 (25th percentile) and $38,000 (75th percentile) annually. Take a look at the variety of open positions nationwide for Lifetouch School Photography job searches hiring now on ZipRecruiter.

  • Preschool Photographer

    Salary range: $32,000 - $45,000

    Preschool Photographer is a typical job search query Most salaries for Preschool Photographer jobs pay between $32,000 (25th percentile) and $45,000 (75th percentile) annually. Currently, there are not many open positions nationwide for Preschool Photographer job searches hiring now on ZipRecruiter. You can take a look at what is available and find similar job searches in this list.

  • Lifetouch School Photographer

    Salary range: $34,500 - $38,000

    Lifetouch School Photographer is a more unusual job search query but still may give you interesting job results. Most salaries for Lifetouch School Photographer jobs pay between $34,500 (25th percentile) and $38,000 (75th percentile) annually. Currently, there are not many open positions nationwide for Lifetouch School Photographer job searches hiring now on ZipRecruiter. You can take a look at what is available and find similar job searches in this list.

  • Candid Photography

    Salary range: $32,000 - $45,000

    Candid Photography is a more unusual job search query but still may give you interesting job results. Most salaries for Candid Photography jobs pay between $32,000 (25th percentile) and $45,000 (75th percentile) annually. Currently, there are not many open positions nationwide for Candid Photography job searches hiring now on ZipRecruiter. You can take a look at what is available and find similar job searches in this list.

  • Lifetouch Photographer

    Salary range: $32,000 - $45,000

    Lifetouch Photographer is a typical job search query Most salaries for Lifetouch Photographer jobs pay between $32,000 (25th percentile) and $45,000 (75th percentile) annually. You’ll find many open positions nationwide for Lifetouch Photographer job searches hiring now on ZipRecruiter.

  • Seasonal Photography

    Salary range: $32,000 - $48,000

    Seasonal Photography is a typical job search query Most salaries for Seasonal Photography jobs pay between $32,000 (25th percentile) and $48,000 (75th percentile) annually. Currently, there are not many open positions nationwide for Seasonal Photography job searches hiring now on ZipRecruiter. You can take a look at what is available and find similar job searches in this list.

  • Traveling Photographer

    Salary range: $32,000 - $45,000

    Traveling photographers take pictures in a variety of locations, typically beyond their local area. Most traveling photographers work on a freelance basis for different clients, although you can work as an employee for a publication or photography agency. Your responsibilities depend on your employer and the details of each assignment that you accept. Some photographers travel abroad to take photos for editorial or advertising purposes. Your job duties may include photographing special events, cultural subjects, travel destinations, or working in a studio setting. For each assignment, you must travel to the location and meet all the requirements specified by the client.

  • Lifetouch Photography

    Salary range: $32,000 - $45,000

    Lifetouch Photography is a common job search query. Most salaries for Lifetouch Photography jobs pay between $32,000 (25th percentile) and $45,000 (75th percentile) annually. Currently, there are not many open positions nationwide for Lifetouch Photography job searches hiring now on ZipRecruiter. You can take a look at what is available and find similar job searches in this list.

  • Portrait Photographer

    Salary range: $32,000 - $45,000

    Portrait Photographer is a common job search query. Most salaries for Portrait Photographer jobs pay between $32,000 (25th percentile) and $45,000 (75th percentile) annually. Currently, there are not many open positions nationwide for Portrait Photographer job searches hiring now on ZipRecruiter. You can take a look at what is available and find similar job searches in this list.

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