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Photographer roles can qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship when a U.S. employer files a PERM labor certification with the DOL on your behalf. Commercial, medical, and scientific imaging positions often meet the specialty-occupation threshold. Understanding how sponsorship works for creative professionals helps you target the right employers.
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The photographer is responsible for taking pictures of guests during the pre-boarding process, printing and packaging the photos and selling the photos to the guests.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Responsible for all aspects of pre-boarding photo program to include, setting up dock area, controlling guest lines, shooting photos during boarding, printing, packaging and selling photos to the guest.
- Photograph private weddings and other charters as requested by Hornblower.
- Accurately operate all photography equipment. Be prepared with fully charged camera, ample supplies of memory cards, charged batteries, CD cards & flashes.
- Ensure all cash handling policies are adhered to and documented correctly on a daily basis.
- Follow policy for daily sales record keeping.
- Provide the best customer service on the waterfront. Project a friendly and helpful attitude at all times. Assist with questions of our guests to ensure they feel important and satisfied.
- Maintain a clean and organized work space.
- Adhere to HCE dress code at all times.
- Perform additional tasks and assignments as requested of you by management.
Other Duties and Responsibilities
- Advise Supervisor or Human Resources any changes of name, address or work status as it affects your compensation, benefits or employment.
- Accurately complete all documentation including payroll, time sheets, revenue reports, paperwork and invoices on a timely basis.
- Know and understand internal policies and external regulatory requirements that relate to your position and department.
Requirements & Qualifications:
- Understand and follow all RESPECT procedures that relate to your job duties.
- Work with a “safety-first” attitude and ensure you and your team adhere to all safety rules and standards.
- Ensure all facility, guest and crew accidents, incidents, safety hazards and violations including those that create harm, litigation or insurance are promptly reported and required forms completed.
- Communicate with senior management of any issues affecting the health, welfare and safety of guests, crew, assets and facilities.
- Minimize your impact on the environment when at work.
- When providing information, communicate via email or authorized media, using paper as a last resort.
- Treat our customers with RESPECT at all times.
- Demonstrate RESPECT Values and QUEST Hospitality Behaviors with internal and external guests.
- To deliver quality service, always greet guests and potential guests with a smile, answer basic questions and offer guests product information when requested.
- Ensure that all crew members in your department have been trained in HAZCOM and are familiar with the Review and familiarize the HAZCOM “Right to Know” data sheets on all work chemicals that they come in contact with.
- Ensure that you and your team wear/utilize all required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) when performing work duties that have the potential of risk to your health or safety. Lead by example.
The RESPECT Service System embodies our mission, vision, values and operating principles. By creating a company culture that puts RESPECT at its core, we believe it will drive us to achieve our goal of becoming a Global Experiences and Transportation Leader.
EEO / Disabled / Protected Veteran Employer. Hornblower is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We offer equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals and prohibit discrimination and/or harassment of any type, including but not limited to discrimination and or harassment based upon race, religion, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, pregnancy or relation medical conditions, childbirth, breastfeeding, parental status, veteran and/or military status, disability (physical or mental), medical condition, genetic information or characteristics, political affiliation, domestic violence survivor status, marital status, or other characteristics prohibited by federal, state, or local law. Additionally, as a federal, state, and local contractor, Hornblower complies with government regulations, including affirmative action responsibilities for qualified individuals, where and as they apply. The company also participates in the E-Verify program in certain locations.
Position Summary:
The photographer is responsible for taking pictures of guests during the pre-boarding process, printing and packaging the photos and selling the photos to the guests.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Responsible for all aspects of pre-boarding photo program to include, setting up dock area, controlling guest lines, shooting photos during boarding, printing, packaging and selling photos to the guest.
- Photograph private weddings and other charters as requested by Hornblower.
- Accurately operate all photography equipment. Be prepared with fully charged camera, ample supplies of memory cards, charged batteries, CD cards & flashes.
- Ensure all cash handling policies are adhered to and documented correctly on a daily basis.
- Follow policy for daily sales record keeping.
- Provide the best customer service on the waterfront. Project a friendly and helpful attitude at all times. Assist with questions of our guests to ensure they feel important and satisfied.
- Maintain a clean and organized work space.
- Adhere to HCE dress code at all times.
- Perform additional tasks and assignments as requested of you by management.
Other Duties and Responsibilities
- Advise Supervisor or Human Resources any changes of name, address or work status as it affects your compensation, benefits or employment.
- Accurately complete all documentation including payroll, time sheets, revenue reports, paperwork and invoices on a timely basis.
- Know and understand internal policies and external regulatory requirements that relate to your position and department.
Requirements & Qualifications:
- Understand and follow all RESPECT procedures that relate to your job duties.
- Work with a “safety-first” attitude and ensure you and your team adhere to all safety rules and standards.
- Ensure all facility, guest and crew accidents, incidents, safety hazards and violations including those that create harm, litigation or insurance are promptly reported and required forms completed.
- Communicate with senior management of any issues affecting the health, welfare and safety of guests, crew, assets and facilities.
- Minimize your impact on the environment when at work.
- When providing information, communicate via email or authorized media, using paper as a last resort.
- Treat our customers with RESPECT at all times.
- Demonstrate RESPECT Values and QUEST Hospitality Behaviors with internal and external guests.
- To deliver quality service, always greet guests and potential guests with a smile, answer basic questions and offer guests product information when requested.
- Ensure that all crew members in your department have been trained in HAZCOM and are familiar with the Review and familiarize the HAZCOM “Right to Know” data sheets on all work chemicals that they come in contact with.
- Ensure that you and your team wear/utilize all required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) when performing work duties that have the potential of risk to your health or safety. Lead by example.
The RESPECT Service System embodies our mission, vision, values and operating principles. By creating a company culture that puts RESPECT at its core, we believe it will drive us to achieve our goal of becoming a Global Experiences and Transportation Leader.
EEO / Disabled / Protected Veteran Employer. Hornblower is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We offer equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals and prohibit discrimination and/or harassment of any type, including but not limited to discrimination and or harassment based upon race, religion, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, pregnancy or relation medical conditions, childbirth, breastfeeding, parental status, veteran and/or military status, disability (physical or mental), medical condition, genetic information or characteristics, political affiliation, domestic violence survivor status, marital status, or other characteristics prohibited by federal, state, or local law. Additionally, as a federal, state, and local contractor, Hornblower complies with government regulations, including affirmative action responsibilities for qualified individuals, where and as they apply. The company also participates in the E-Verify program in certain locations.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship as a Photographer
Build a portfolio that documents specialty occupation
PERM requires your employer to show the role genuinely requires a degree. Organize your portfolio around specialized niches like medical imaging, forensic photography, or aerial survey work, where a bachelor's in photography, visual communications, or a related field is a standard hiring requirement.
Target industries that file PERM for photographers
Commercial studios, broadcast networks, healthcare systems, and federal contractors hire photographers under EB-3 more often than creative agencies. Search OFLC disclosure data by SOC code 27-4021 to identify employers who have filed PERM labor certifications for photographer roles in the past three years.
Search verified sponsoring employers on Migrate Mate
Filter by job title and green card sponsorship history to find photographers roles where employers have a documented record of filing I-140 petitions. Migrate Mate surfaces this employer-level data so you don't have to cross-reference raw DOL disclosure files yourself.
Verify your degree equivalency before PERM begins
Many foreign photography degrees are three-year programs. USCIS accepts credential evaluations confirming equivalency to a U.S. bachelor's degree, but your employer needs this documentation before filing the labor certification. Get a NACES-member evaluation completed and on file early.
Understand the recruitment audit trail your employer must create
PERM requires your employer to run a DOL-mandated recruitment campaign and document that no qualified U.S. worker applied. For photographer roles, this includes print and online job postings held open for at least 30 days. Delays in this step extend your overall green card timeline by months.
Confirm your employer will file concurrently if your priority date allows
If your country of birth is not subject to EB-3 backlog, your employer may file the I-140 petition and your I-485 adjustment of status at the same time after PERM certification. Clarify this filing strategy with your employer before accepting an offer, as concurrent filing cuts your wait significantly.
Green Card Photographer: Frequently Asked Questions
Can a photographer role qualify for an EB-2 or EB-3 green card?
Yes. Photographer roles qualify for EB-3 when the position requires a bachelor's degree in photography, visual arts, or a related field. EB-2 applies when the role requires an advanced degree or when you have a combination of education and progressive experience that meets the elevated credential threshold. Medical, scientific, and specialized commercial photography positions most consistently satisfy these requirements.
How does green card sponsorship differ from H-1B sponsorship for photographers?
Green card sponsorship through PERM leads to permanent residency rather than a temporary status. There is no lottery at the EB-3 level and no annual cap on how many PERM petitions employers can file, unlike the H-1B visa. The tradeoff is timeline: PERM labor certification, I-140 approval, and adjustment of status together take two to four years for most countries, compared to H-1B processing measured in weeks or months.
What does the PERM process look like for a photographer role?
Your employer files a labor certification application with the DOL after completing a mandatory recruitment period, typically lasting 30 to 60 days, to demonstrate no qualified U.S. worker is available. Once PERM is certified, your employer files an I-140 immigrant petition with USCIS. After I-140 approval and once a visa number is current based on your priority date, you file for adjustment of status or consular processing.
Which industries sponsor green cards for photographers most often?
Healthcare systems hiring medical and clinical photographers, federal agencies and contractors requiring documentation specialists, broadcast media companies, and large commercial studios are among the most consistent PERM filers for photographer roles. To find employers with an actual PERM filing history for this job title, use Migrate Mate to filter companies by green card sponsorship track record in photography and visual media.
Does self-employment or freelance work count toward green card eligibility as a photographer?
Not for EB-2 or EB-3, which require a bona fide employer-employee relationship. The sponsoring employer must control your work, set your schedule, and be a separate legal entity from you. Freelance contracts or sole proprietorships do not qualify. You need a permanent, full-time job offer from a U.S. employer who is willing to bear the cost and administrative responsibility of the PERM process.