HOK marked its 70th anniversary in 2025, and we continue to be a collective of future-forward thinkers and designers committed to tackling the critical challenges of our time. Our mission is simple yet powerful: improve lives, serve our clients, and heal the planet. At HOK, design excellence thrives at the intersection of art and science-where creativity meets purpose.
Explore some of our recent work in the HOK 2026 Design Annual and see how we're shaping the future of design.
Travel is an important part of this role. The person in this position will regularly travel to HOK studios and project sites across North America to capture our projects, people and culture. Candidates should be comfortable with frequent travel and a schedule that may occasionally shift to accommodate project access, lighting conditions, events and other shoot requirements.
This position may be based in St. Louis, Chicago, Kansas City, Houston, or Detroit.
Project Photography & Videography
- Photograph completed projects, project milestones and construction progress.
- Capture drone and video content as warranted and possible.
- Capture architecture, interiors, landscapes and workplace environments in ways that reflect design intent and user experience.
- Develop photography plans and shot lists in collaboration with project teams and marketing staff.
- Coordinate site access, schedules and client permissions.
People & Culture Storytelling
- When traveling to a studio for project documentation, the photographer will also coordinate with local Marketing and HR to capture staff headshots, studio activity, culture’ shots, and other content.
- Capture photos and video, including on-camera interviews, to support specific Marketing pursuits or design competitions.
Visual Production/Asset Management
- Perform all necessary post-production work on captured content.
- Upload final images and other visual assets into Open Asset with appropriate tags.
- Liaise with select manufacturers, subconsultants and others involved in projects to sell images or share cost of the shoot to recuperate some of HOK’s costs, with Marketing support.
Creative Collaboration
- Work closely with communications, marketing and design leadership to support strategic storytelling initiatives.
- Partner with project teams to identify compelling visual narratives.
- Stay current on photography techniques, equipment, drone technology and visual storytelling trends.
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:
- Bachelor's degree in Photography, Visual Communications, Journalism or a related field, or equivalent experience.
- 5+ years of professional photography experience.
- Experience photographing architecture, interiors, built environments or design-focused work strongly preferred.
- Strong portfolio demonstrating architectural, editorial and portrait photography.
- Proficiency in Adobe Lightroom, Photoshop and related post-production software.
- Experience with video editing software such as Premiere Pro or Final Cut Pro.
- Understanding of lighting techniques, composition and color management.
- Experience managing digital asset libraries and metadata.
- FAA Part 107 drone certification preferred.
- Ability to travel to project sites as needed.
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Many of our roles require the use of specific software. Please refer to the Required and Preferred Software & Skills for details.
Compensation is based on experience, qualifications, education and location. The reasonably expected range for this position in $90,000 - $110,000. Other compensation may include a discretionary bonus.
HOK invests in its people and communities, supporting both personal and professional growth through every stage of life. At HOK you’ll have a hybrid work environment, 10 paid holidays (including 2 floating holidays) and a minimum of 4 weeks of paid time off with a cash out option. HOK offers comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, free mental wellness resources, life and AD&D coverage and short and long-term disability benefits. HOK supports your growing family by offering 4 weeks of paid parental leave and fertility coverage. HOK helps to fund your future financial needs with matching contributions to our 401(K) plan which includes a well-rounded investment menu as well as free guidance on retirement planning.
Wherever you are in your career, HOK provides opportunities to learn, develop and utilize your skills. Continued learning is promoted through financial support and study prep for licensure exams, CEU credit opportunities, mentorship programs, and paid professional memberships. To learn more about designing your career with HOK, explore our current job openings.
HOK is an EOE, including disability/vets.
Skills Required
- Bachelor’s degree in Photography, Visual Communications, Journalism, or a related field, or equivalent experience
- 5+ years of professional photography experience
- Experience photographing architecture, interiors, built environments, or design-focused work
- Strong portfolio demonstrating architectural, editorial, and portrait photography
- Proficiency in Adobe Lightroom, Photoshop, and related post-production software
- Experience with video editing software such as Premiere Pro or Final Cut Pro
- Understanding of lighting techniques, composition, and color management
- Experience managing digital asset libraries and metadata
- FAA Part 107 drone certification
- Ability to travel to project sites as needed
What We Do
HOK is a global design, architecture, engineering and planning firm. Its multidisciplinary teams collaborate across offices to create buildings and spaces that inspire people, serve clients and address critical challenges. The firm emphasizes innovative, entrepreneurial, sustainable design, with a mission to improve people’s lives and create high-quality places for communities and organizations through thoughtful, future-focused design and integrated professional services.
