Arts, Audio/Video Technology & Communications
Photograph people, landscapes, merchandise, or other subjects, using digital or film cameras and equipment.
Photographers
Average
$29,000
ANNUAL
Entry Level
$18,000
ANNUAL
Mid Level
$33,000
ANNUAL
Expert Level
$48,000
ANNUAL
Photographers
1,900
Projected job openings through 2028
Photographers
Degree Recommendations
Photographers
01
Use traditional or digital cameras, along with a variety of equipment such as tripods, filters, and flash attachments.
02
Determine desired images and picture composition, selecting and adjusting subjects, equipment, and lighting to achieve desired effects.
03
Adjust apertures, shutter speeds, and camera focus based on a combination of factors such as lighting, field depth, subject motion, film type, and film speed.
04
Create artificial light, using flashes and reflectors.
05
Manipulate and enhance scanned or digital images to create desired effects, using computers and specialized software.
06
Transfer photographs to computers for editing, archiving, and electronic transmission.
07
Determine project goals, locations, and equipment needs by studying assignments and consulting with clients or advertising staff.
08
Review sets of photographs to select the best work.
09
Perform general office duties such as scheduling appointments, keeping books, and ordering supplies.
10
Develop and print exposed film, using chemicals, touchup tools, and developing and printing equipment.
Photographers
Common knowledge, skills & abilities needed to get a foot in the door.
KNOWLEDGE
Customer and Personal Service
KNOWLEDGE
Sales and Marketing
KNOWLEDGE
Computers and Electronics
KNOWLEDGE
Fine Arts
KNOWLEDGE
English Language
SKILL
Active Listening
SKILL
Speaking
SKILL
Social Perceptiveness
SKILL
Service Orientation
SKILL
Reading Comprehension
ABILITY
Oral Comprehension
ABILITY
Oral Expression
ABILITY
Originality
ABILITY
Visualization
ABILITY
Near Vision
Arts, Audio/Video Technology & Communications
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