Photography Jobs Abroad

Photography jobs abroad

Do you have a passion for photography? Would you like to work as a photographer? Open to the idea of living overseas? View our guide with information on how to get a paid job and apply for photography jobs worldwide today.

Latest Photography Vacancies

CE Photo

CE Photo
Picture this…. working in the sun for up to 6 months, whilst expanding your portfolio. CE Photo works closely with it’s partners in 6 different Beach Clubs across Greece, Croatia & Spain. We are hiring photographers now.

Wavy Surf Camp

Wavy Surf Camp
Wavy Surf Camp is a surf camp located in beautiful Sagres, Portugal. Wavy Surf Camp are hiring photographers to work the summer season.

Camp America logo

Camp America
Do you want a summer of fun, travel and adventure, that will also boost your CV? Well then Camp America is for you! Camp America is your opportunity to spend a summer working as a photographer and living at a camp in the USA! Applications are NOW OPEN!

Kindred Spirit Elephant Sanctuary

Kindred Spirit Elephant Sanctuary
Kindred Spirit Elephant Sanctuary is an award winning elephant foundation in Chiang Mai, northern Thailand. Apply to join volunteering placements or elephant research, marketing and photography internships.

Types of Photography Jobs

There are so many different industries which require photographers, you could specialise in one area or do a mix of several. Popular areas to work include:

• advertising
• corporate
• editorial
• events
• fashion
• fine art
• media 
• sports
• travel and tourism
• weddings

How to Start a Career in Travel Photography

If you have a passion for photography and would like to turn this into a career, here are some tips:

• take courses and learn the skills of professional photography
• find what style of photography you enjoy
• create a portfolio
• setup a website or blog to highlight your work
• build a social media presence on websites like Instagram, Facebook and Flickr
• find travel photography assistant jobs if you are keen to learn new skills from professionals in the industry

Best Places to Work as a Photographer

Its hard to choose the best countries for photography jobs, because every country is different. Where you work really depends on if you are employed from a company, or freelance, and what type of photography you specialise in.

You can find photography jobs in the UK, Europe and worldwide. If you work freelance you could do photography jobs that allow you to travel the world, for example travel companies, hotels and resorts. If you would like to see the world you could apply to work onboard a cruise ship.

Summer Photography Jobs

Keen to work abroad this summer as a photographer? There are lots of temporary positions available in the UK, Europe, North America and worldwide. Popular options including working at European holiday resorts. Another opportunity which is popular with students seeking to gain experience is to work at a summer camp, lots of camps hire temporary staff for the summer period where you can help children improve their photography skills.