Job Description

Photographers tend to specialise in one particular area of photography such as press and photojournalism, fashion or scientific and medical photography. Their work typically entails:

setting up photographic equipment
taking pictures
editing and retouching images
choosing and setting up locations
reproducing and framing photographs
promoting their business (especially if self-employed)
researching and making contacts
general administration.

The majority of their work is undertaken 'on location', so travel and irregular working hours are common features of the job.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• creativity
• technical photography skills
• patience and concentration

Education + Experience

• Qualification: Diploma