Photographer+2+(H.+K.)

=Photographer=



**__Why I chose this occupation: __**  I chose a photographer as an occupation to write about because photography is something I'm interested in. I enjoy taking pictures of thing I find interesting and then editing them.

One of my favourite spots to take photos is

**__ General Description and Working Conditions: __** Professional photographers combine technology with art to create images of people, animals, events and objects. Like most artists, they attempt to portray feelings, thoughts and other information through pictures. A photographer's job is more than just pressing a button though; in fact, this often accounts for the least amount of time of the many duties in this line of work. Photographers are often responsible for scheduling and setting up shoots, travelling to their subjects, maintaining equipment, record-keeping and image processing. Digital photographers will likely spend the most amount of time on the last task, working with computer photo-editing software to create their final images. Those who use film have the added step of deciding whether to develop the film themselves or to send it out.  Most photographers are self-employed. Their work environment differers depending on their speciality. Portrait photographers may work in studios, but they also often travel to a client’s location, such as a school, a company office, or at a home. News and commercial photographers travel locally or internationally. News photographers often work long, irregular hours in uncomfortable or even dangerous areas and must be available to work on short notice. Aerial photographers often work in planes or helicopters. Most photographers stand or walk for long periods while carrying heavy equipment.



**__ Technology Used In This Occupation: __**
 * Camera
 * Lenses
 * Filters
 * Tripod
 * Flash unit
 * Ample amounts of camera memory
 * Light boxes
 * Special strobes
 * A relatively high-speed computer equipped with a comprehensive photo editing program
 * Several programs for managing your business.





**__Training and Education: __** <span style="color: #080808; font-family: Verdana,Geneva,sans-serif;">The education needed for a career in photography depends on the individual's goals. Technical abilities, knowledge of equipment and vocational training or an associate's degree might be enough for some positions in the career.

<span style="font-family: Verdana,Geneva,sans-serif;">Getting a Bachelor's Degree <span style="color: #050505; font-family: Verdana,Geneva,sans-serif;">provides more options for a career and for advancement. P <span style="font-family: Verdana,Geneva,sans-serif;">rograms are available at art schools, colleges and universities. A Bachelor of Fine Arts in Photography programs generally focus on hands-on instruction in the technical and creative aspects. Courses may include photography techniques, studio lighting, colour theory, graphic design, digital photography and artwork critique. More advanced courses may include studio classes in which students use advanced techniques including lighting and digital photography. These courses allow students to experiment with their skills. Many photography degree programs culminate in a senior project. These projects help students to build their portfolios and transition to a career as a professional photographer.

<span style="color: #050505; font-family: Verdana,Geneva,sans-serif;">Obtaining work experience while in school helps photographers prepare for their career. In addition to internships and summer jobs, school newspapers, magazines, newsletters, yearbooks and clubs can provide opportunities.

**__<span style="font-family: Verdana,Geneva,sans-serif;">Salary and Benefits: __** <span style="color: #030202; display: block; font-family: Verdana,Geneva,sans-serif; text-align: left;">A Photographer earns an average of C$40,054 per year. Experience has a moderate effect on income for this job. <span style="display: block; font-family: Verdana,Geneva,sans-serif; text-align: left;">Self-employed photographers have the same benefits as any freelance professional. They can set their own hours and choose to work on assignments that either appeal to them, pay more, or both. Those working for corporations have the same benefits as any employee of that corporation. For example, full-time photojournalists at "The New York Times" receive insurance coverage for medical, dental, vision, hearing, disability and life. They also receive paid vacation, sick leave, personal days and holidays.

**__<span style="font-family: Verdana,Geneva,sans-serif;">Work Opportunities and Real Job Postings: __** School Photographer

Sales Associate/Portrait Photographer

media type="youtube" key="y3ZQJLt41Rk" width="408" height="232" align="center"

__<span style="font-family: Verdana,Geneva,sans-serif;">References: __

<span style="font-family: Verdana,Geneva,sans-serif;">[]

<span style="font-family: Verdana,Geneva,sans-serif;">[]

<span style="font-family: Verdana,Geneva,sans-serif;">[]

<span style="font-family: Verdana,Geneva,sans-serif;">[]

[]

[]

[]