SOC code 27-4021
There have been 22 US Department of Labor LCA filings for Photographers on the E-3 visa across all available fiscal years, with 72.7% certified. The median annualized wage is $78,904. The top sponsor is Image Atlas, with most positions based in NY.
All sponsoring employers
11 distinct employers have filed E-3 LCAs for Photographers. Search or sort below.
| Employer | Filings | Cert rate | Median wage | Top state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Image Atlas | 6 | 50.0% | $88,400 | NY |
| Office Magazine | 4 | 100.0% | $47,500 | NY |
| Prvn Fitness | 3 | 33.3% | $46,200 | TN |
| Bentex Group | 2 | 100.0% | $66,625 | NY |
| Boomn | 1 | 0.0% | $60,000 | KS |
| Christian Oth Studio | 1 | 100.0% | $91,500 | NY |
| El Crepusculo | 1 | 100.0% | $30,000 | NM |
| Getty Images (US) | 1 | 100.0% | $132,656 | NY |
| Kith Retail | 1 | 100.0% | $140,000 | NY |
| Special Projects Studio | 1 | 100.0% | $72,000 | CA |
| Vny Models | 1 | 100.0% | $50,160 | NY |
Top states
Where Photographers E-3 jobs are concentrated.
| State | Filings |
|---|---|
| NY | 16 (72.7%) |
| TN | 3 (13.6%) |
| NM | 1 (4.5%) |
| KS | 1 (4.5%) |
| CA | 1 (4.5%) |
Job titles within this role
The actual job titles employers used in their filings. Useful when the SOC label is generic — e.g. "CEO" / "Chief Executive Officer" both fall under Chief Executives.
| Job title | Filings |
|---|---|
| Photographer | 9 |
| Photographers | 5 |
| photographer | 2 |
| Media Team Lead | 2 |
| Senior Staff News Photographer | 1 |
| Senior Manager of Photography | 1 |
| Photo Journalist & Multi Media Producer | 1 |
| PRVN Fitness Media Lead | 1 |
Filings by fiscal year
Year-over-year trend in E-3 LCA filings for Photographers. DOL's fiscal year runs October–September.
| FY | Filings | Cert rate | Median wage | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2020 | 3 | 100.0% | $50,160 | |
| FY2021 | 7 | 57.1% | $91,500 | |
| FY2022 | 2 | 100.0% | $132,656 | |
| FY2023 | 2 | 100.0% | $66,560 | |
| FY2024 | 1 | 100.0% | $68,250 | |
| FY2025 | 6 | 66.7% | $83,200 | |
| FY2026 | 1 | 0.0% | $60,000 |
Frequently asked questions
How many Photographers have been sponsored on the E-3 visa?
There have been 22 Labor Condition Application filings for Photographers on the E-3 visa across all available fiscal years, with 72.7% of applications certified by the US Department of Labor.
What is the median wage for Photographers on the E-3 visa?
The median annualized wage for Photographers on the E-3 visa is $78,904, based on certified LCA filings. Wage outliers above $2 million are excluded from this calculation.
Which employers sponsor the most Photographers on the E-3 visa?
The top E-3 visa sponsors of Photographers are: Image Atlas (6 filings), Office Magazine (4 filings), Prvn Fitness (3 filings). The full list of sponsoring employers is shown above.
Where are E-3 visa photographers based in the US?
Most E-3 visa filings for Photographers are based in: NY (16 filings), TN (3 filings), NM (1 filings).
Can Australians work as photographers on the E-3 visa?
Yes. The E-3 visa is exclusive to Australian citizens and is one of the most common visa categories for skilled professionals working in the United States. Photographers is regularly sponsored under the E-3 visa, as the data on this page shows.
