One alternative career that a student can take as a profession (Photography)

One alternative career
that a student can take
as a profession
MD. ESHAN

What Is Photography?
 Photography involves capturing images with a
camera. These images can be of just about
anything, including people, places, animals,
objects, or events.
 Photographers use their technical expertise,
creativity, and composition skills to produce and
preserve images that visually tell a story or
record an event.

Career as a Photographer
 A career as a photographer can be an exciting avenue
for creative expression, as photographers have the
opportunity to work in many settings and meet
diverse people.
 Yet it is also a technically most demanding profession,
so those interested in becoming photographers must
consider the training they will need before
committing to this career path.

Employment Trends
 Employment for Photographers has risen by a
rate of 39.8% over the past 5 years and is
expected to grow very strongly through 2017.
 Total employment growth over the past 5 years
for male and female, employed part-time and
full-time is 2,100
 According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics,
From now through 2022, the Bureau projects
5,900 new jobs will be added to the market,
which represents a 4 percent job growth rate.

The percentage of males and
females working full time and
part time are:
16.8
23.8
35.4
24
Male(part time)
Female(part time)
Male(full time)
Female(full time)

PHOTOGRAPHER SALARY DETAILS
As with many occupations, salaries for
photographers can vary by industry and
location. Some photographers earn less than
$20,000 a year, while others make close to
$70,000 annually. According to the U.S. Bureau
of Labor Statistics, the median annual wage for
photographers is $30,490, or $14.66 hourly.
The top 10 percent earn $68,930, or $33.14
hourly, and the bottom 10 percent earn
$18,120 annually, or $8.71 hourly.

Photographer and Related Job
Salaries

How to Become One
 Although postsecondary education is not required for portrait
photographers, many take classes since employers usually seek
applicants with a “good eye” and creativity, as well as a good
technical understanding of photography.
 Photojournalists and industrial and scientific photographers
often need a bachelor’s degree.
 Students can also take photography classes at local colleges
and universities to help fine tune their skills

How to Become One
• Artistic vision- clients want a photographer with a unique style and
perspective
• Excellent business skills are necessary to own/market a successful
photography business or do freelance photography
• Excellent communication skills to communicate with clients or attract
new clients as a freelance photographer
• No formal education is necessary
• Technical skills, including digital photography technology
Skills required

Challenges a
Photographer May Face
1 – No Fixed Income
2 – It’s Become Really Competitive
3 – People Will Rip You Off
4 – The Pay is very little
5 – Too Much Time Away
6 – People Want Something For Nothing
7 – Expensive Technology
8 – Same Old Thing

Conclusion
• Professional photography is an excellent
career choice for anyone who wants to get
paid for using their creative talents. It's one
of the few fields where age and college
degrees aren't as important as a good eye, a
quality product, and self discipline.
Photography is a competitive field, so be
prepared to start small. Then perfect your
craft and build a portfolio of your best

One alternative career that a student can take as a profession (Photography)

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