Photographers

This occupation may include associated occupations with varying tasks.

• consulting with clients to determine objectives of photographic assignments
• studying requirements of assignment and selecting type of camera film filter and lighting
• working from a studio and transporting and setting up equipment at assigned locations
• measuring light levels and determining exposure
• adjusting camera angles aperture settings and subjects to achieve desired composition
• adjusting lighting and filters to accentuate highlights and colours
• mixing photographic chemicals processing film and developing prints
• manipulating images using digital imaging techniques and creative darkroom techniques such as adjusting exposure and development times
• may make enlarged prints and mount and frame prints

If you enjoy dealing with people, working in a creative field, then this industry could be the place for you. The Advertising, Arts & Media encompasses a wide range of professionals; from traditional advertising including television and radio, through to photography, arts and dance. Specific skills you will need may depend on which profession you take on, but to succeed in this industry you’ll need to be someone who enjoys working as part of a team. Your day to day activities will involve working with your colleagues to achieve the best results so you’ll need to be a good team player and someone that is easy to get along with. With so much variety on offer there are a number of careers that you can embark on (see list of occupations below).

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