photographer

Photographer Duties & Responsibilities The responsibilities of photographers can depend on the medium in which they work, but some common duties include: Capture and edit visual content for multiple platforms. Produce photography in various methods including printed/digital media. Deliver final product to various sources including internal and external customers, media, graphic designers, and corporate communications. Perform retouching and image adjustments after shoots. Promote the businesses to clients and the public. Purchase or requisition supplies. Education, Training & Certification Education and training requirements can also depend on the medium. Education: While entry-level photojournalists and commercial and scientific photographers usually need a college degree in photography, portrait photographers need only technical proficiency. A degree can make a job candidate more competitive. Classes in business, including accounting and marketing, are beneficial to those who plan to become self-employed. Training: While not necessary or required, getting a job as an assistant can go a long way toward learning the business and honing techniques and skills. Photographer Skills & Competencies In addition to technical proficiency, photographers need specific personal qualities and skills. Artistic ability: Photographers are artists who must have the creativity necessary to come up with ways to tell stories using images. They need a good eye for using color, light, and composition. Interpersonal skills: Whether it's the people you're photographing, your clients, or your colleagues, you must be able to understand their needs, read their body language, and coordinate your actions with theirs. Communication skills: Excellent listening and speaking skills will allow you to grasp what others tell you and help you explain things to them.