Photograph people, landscapes, merchandise, or other subjects. May use lighting equipment to enhance a subject's appearance. May use editing software to produce finished images and prints. Includes commercial and industrial photographers, scientific photographers, and photojournalists.
Work Activities
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Adjust apertures, shutter speeds, and camera focus according to a combination of factors, such as lighting, field depth, subject motion, film type, and film speed.
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Create artificial light, using flashes and reflectors.
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Transfer photographs to computers for editing, archiving, and electronic transmission.
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Determine desired images and picture composition, selecting and adjusting subjects, equipment, and lighting to achieve desired effects.
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Use traditional or digital cameras, along with a variety of equipment, such as tripods, filters, and flash attachments.
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Take pictures of individuals, families, and small groups, either in studio or on location.
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Manipulate and enhance scanned or digital images to create desired effects, using computers and specialized software.
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Enhance, retouch, and resize photographs and negatives, using airbrushing and other techniques.
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Test equipment prior to use to ensure that it is in good working order.
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Estimate or measure light levels, distances, and numbers of exposures needed, using measuring devices and formulas.
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Perform general office duties, such as scheduling appointments, keeping books, and ordering supplies.
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Review sets of photographs to select the best work.
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Set up, mount, or install photographic equipment and cameras.
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Determine project goals, locations, and equipment needs by studying assignments and consulting with clients or advertising staff.
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Perform maintenance tasks necessary to keep equipment working properly.
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Select and assemble equipment and required background properties, according to subjects, materials, and conditions.
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Direct activities of workers setting up photographic equipment.
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Develop visual aids and charts for use in lectures or to present evidence in court.
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Load and unload film.
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Engage in research to develop new photographic procedures and materials.
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Mount, frame, laminate, or lacquer finished photographs.
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Photograph legal evidence at crime scenes, in hospitals, or in forensic laboratories.
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Write photograph captions.
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Set up photographic exhibitions for the purpose of displaying and selling work.
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Produce computer-readable, digital images from film, using flatbed scanners and photofinishing laboratories.
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Employ a variety of specialized photographic materials and techniques, including infrared and ultraviolet films, macro photography, photogrammetry and sensitometry.
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License the use of photographs through stock photo agencies.
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Active Listening
Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
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Speaking
Talking to others to convey information effectively.
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Service Orientation
Actively looking for ways to help people.
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Near Vision
The ability to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).
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Far Vision
The ability to see details at a distance.
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Oral Expression
The ability to communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will understand.
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Customer and Personal Service
Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services. This includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction.
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Sales and Marketing
Knowledge of principles and methods for showing, promoting, and selling products or services. This includes marketing strategy and tactics, product demonstration, sales techniques, and sales control systems.
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Computers and Electronics
Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and computer hardware and software, including applications and programming.
- Education High school diploma or equivalent
- Work Experience No work experience
- Training 1 to 12 months on-the-job training
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Artistic: People interested in this work like activities that include creating, designing, and making your own rules.They do well at jobs that need:
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Dependability
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Integrity
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Attention to Detail
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Concern for Others
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Self Control
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Adaptability/Flexibility
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Photography light reflector
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Contact printer
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Camera lens filter
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Camera lens
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Camera flashes or lighting
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Web page creation and editing software
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Video creation and editing software
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Graphics or photo imaging software
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Data base user interface and query software
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Accounting software
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Apprenticeships are available for this occupation. These programs can help you get hands-on experience and build your skills.
