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This is an ideal career for a creative thinker. A photographer will operate a camera and any special lighting equipment to take photographs of a range of different subjects. You work out the optimum camera angle, maximise available natural light or enhance subjects with special lighting equipment. Often you need to utilise your interpersonal skills to draw out the best from your subjects. You also give technical advice and recommendations on matters such as locations, relevant props, subject colour and whether models are used

Salary p/a
35k - 80k

Qualifications
None

Intensity
Standing

Demand
Stable

Travel
High

Conditions
Indoors & Outdoors

Weekly Hours
40-50

Pros

Substantial income, working flexible hours.
Your passion is now your career
Capturing timeless moments

Cons

Downtime – may experience quiet times in business
Seasonality of work - winter weddings are infrequent.
Weekends and irregular hours, solitude of self employment

The Bottom Line

Capturing the moment ensures continuity. Client expectations are high and you need to ensure you don’t disappoint. Business development is needed irrespective of whether these are product shoots, fashion shoots or one off social events. Referrals are your lifeline.

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