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Product Photographer jobs are open across e-commerce, retail, consumer packaged goods, and advertising agencies, from entry-level studio assistants to senior art directors, with specializations in lifestyle, tabletop, and 360-degree product photography. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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About CultureFly
CultureFly is a leading pop-culture lifestyle brand that designs and produces exclusive collectibles, apparel, accessories, and subscription boxes for fans around the world. Our passion lies in creating memorable experiences for fans through thoughtfully designed products and storytelling. We work with major entertainment licenses and distribute both online and in retail.
The Role
We’re looking for a full-time In-House Photographer to bring our products to life across every consumer-facing channel. You’ll shoot vinyl collectibles, apparel, accessories, and subscription boxes for e-commerce, social, packaging, retail, and campaign work. You’ll work closely with the Creative, Marketing, Product, and Licensing teams to make sure every image is on-brand, license-compliant, and built to drive fan excitement.
Responsibilities
- Photograph products for e-commerce, including white-background hero shots, multi-angle views, and detail close-ups.
- Shoot styled lifestyle, flat lay, and campaign imagery for social, email, advertising, and retail.
- Capture apparel on models, mannequins, and flat lay, and manage styling and steaming as needed.
- Light and style products so finishes, colors, and prints are accurately represented.
- Edit, retouch, and deliver final assets in the required formats, naming conventions, and turnaround times.
- Maintain and organize the digital asset library, ensuring files are easy to find and properly archived.
- Plan and set up shoots, including props, backdrops, schedules, and sample coordination with the Product team.
- Follow licensor guidelines and approval processes for all licensed content.
- Collaborate with the Creative Director, designers, copywriters, and video editors to execute campaign concepts.
- Maintain studio equipment and recommend new gear or workflow improvements.
- Contribute ideas for short-form content, such as behind-the-scenes, unboxings, and 360° spins, for TikTok and Instagram.
Qualifications
- 3+ years of professional photography experience, ideally in e-commerce, consumer products, or branded content.
- Strong portfolio showing product photography (small, glossy, or detailed items such as collectibles) and apparel.
- Expert knowledge of studio lighting, camera operation, and color accuracy.
- Proficiency in Adobe Lightroom and Photoshop; Capture One a plus.
- Experience managing high-volume shoots with fast turnarounds and consistent quality.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
- Experience in pop culture, entertainment, collectibles, or licensed brands preferred.
- Familiarity with short-form video and social content creation is a plus.
- Bachelor’s degree in Photography, Visual Arts, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
Why CultureFly
- Work on major entertainment brands with passionate fans.
- Join a creative, fast-growing team with opportunities to shape the future of fan merchandise.
- Hybrid work model, with regular on-site studio days.
- Competitive compensation and benefits.
Pay: From $55,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
Work Location: In person
Job Overview
About CultureFly
CultureFly is a leading pop-culture lifestyle brand that designs and produces exclusive collectibles, apparel, accessories, and subscription boxes for fans around the world. Our passion lies in creating memorable experiences for fans through thoughtfully designed products and storytelling. We work with major entertainment licenses and distribute both online and in retail.
The Role
We’re looking for a full-time In-House Photographer to bring our products to life across every consumer-facing channel. You’ll shoot vinyl collectibles, apparel, accessories, and subscription boxes for e-commerce, social, packaging, retail, and campaign work. You’ll work closely with the Creative, Marketing, Product, and Licensing teams to make sure every image is on-brand, license-compliant, and built to drive fan excitement.
Responsibilities
- Photograph products for e-commerce, including white-background hero shots, multi-angle views, and detail close-ups.
- Shoot styled lifestyle, flat lay, and campaign imagery for social, email, advertising, and retail.
- Capture apparel on models, mannequins, and flat lay, and manage styling and steaming as needed.
- Light and style products so finishes, colors, and prints are accurately represented.
- Edit, retouch, and deliver final assets in the required formats, naming conventions, and turnaround times.
- Maintain and organize the digital asset library, ensuring files are easy to find and properly archived.
- Plan and set up shoots, including props, backdrops, schedules, and sample coordination with the Product team.
- Follow licensor guidelines and approval processes for all licensed content.
- Collaborate with the Creative Director, designers, copywriters, and video editors to execute campaign concepts.
- Maintain studio equipment and recommend new gear or workflow improvements.
- Contribute ideas for short-form content, such as behind-the-scenes, unboxings, and 360° spins, for TikTok and Instagram.
Qualifications
- 3+ years of professional photography experience, ideally in e-commerce, consumer products, or branded content.
- Strong portfolio showing product photography (small, glossy, or detailed items such as collectibles) and apparel.
- Expert knowledge of studio lighting, camera operation, and color accuracy.
- Proficiency in Adobe Lightroom and Photoshop; Capture One a plus.
- Experience managing high-volume shoots with fast turnarounds and consistent quality.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
- Experience in pop culture, entertainment, collectibles, or licensed brands preferred.
- Familiarity with short-form video and social content creation is a plus.
- Bachelor’s degree in Photography, Visual Arts, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
Why CultureFly
- Work on major entertainment brands with passionate fans.
- Join a creative, fast-growing team with opportunities to shape the future of fan merchandise.
- Hybrid work model, with regular on-site studio days.
- Competitive compensation and benefits.
Pay: From $55,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
Work Location: In person
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in product photographer jobs.
- Proficiency with DSLR or mirrorless cameras and tethered shooting software
- Demonstrated portfolio of commercial product images across multiple categories
- Experience with studio lighting setups including strobe and continuous light sources
- Advanced skills in Adobe Lightroom and Photoshop for color correction and retouching
- Ability to meet high-volume daily image quotas in a fast-paced studio environment
- Familiarity with prop styling, surface selection, and basic set construction
Tips for Your Product Photographer Job Search
Tailor your portfolio for each application
Swap in the product category closest to the employer's inventory before you apply. A skincare brand wants to see your cosmetics and texture work front and center, not a gallery of electronics or food shots.
Show retouching skills alongside raw captures
Many listings require hands-on post-processing, so include before-and-after comparisons in your portfolio. Demonstrating your Lightroom or Capture One workflow tells hiring managers you can deliver production-ready images without additional editing support.
Call out studio setup experience on your resume
List the specific lighting rigs, tethering software, and camera systems you have operated. Hiring managers scan for terms like continuous lighting, strobe, and tethered capture, so generic phrases like 'studio experience' get skipped over quickly.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists product photographer openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Prepare a shot rate breakdown for interviews
Some employers ask how many finished images you can deliver per day in a controlled studio environment. Having a clear, honest number ready, with context about product complexity and styling time, positions you as someone who understands production throughput.
Negotiate equipment and software access upfront
Before accepting an offer, confirm whether the studio provides lighting gear, backdrops, and editing software licenses. Equipment gaps that fall on you to fill can significantly offset the value of an otherwise competitive compensation package.
Product Photographer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most product photographers?
The companies hiring the most product photographers right now include Dealmed, Rimports, and Culturefly, with the largest share of openings in Utah, California, and North Carolina, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. E-commerce retailers and consumer goods brands consistently account for the highest volume of active openings.
How many product photographer jobs are remote?
About 43% of product photographer openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, though fully remote roles are less common than in many other creative fields because hands-on studio access is often required. Post-production, retouching, and photo editing roles within the product photography field tend to offer the most remote flexibility.
How do you become a product photographer?
Start by mastering manual camera controls and studio lighting fundamentals, either through a formal photography program or structured self-study. Build a portfolio focused on commercial product categories like apparel, beauty, or electronics. Learn photo editing software used in production workflows. Then pursue assistant or studio coordinator roles to gain on-set experience before moving into a lead product photographer position.
Can you get hired as a product photographer with little experience?
Yes, entry-level product photographer roles exist for candidates who can demonstrate strong fundamentals even without years of professional history. Shoot your own product setups at home using affordable lighting and common household items to build a focused portfolio. Applying to studio assistant or photo retoucher positions first gives you a path into the field while you develop hands-on production experience.
What does the product photographer interview process look like?
Most product photographer interviews begin with a portfolio review where the hiring manager evaluates your lighting choices, consistency, and retouching quality across product categories. A technical conversation about your studio setup process and equipment typically follows. Some employers include a paid or unpaid test shoot to assess your speed, attention to detail, and ability to follow brand style guides under real production conditions.
Where can I find and apply to product photographer jobs?
You can find and apply to product photographer jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search the roles available, find the ones that match your experience and preferred product categories, and apply directly to each listing without leaving the platform.
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