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Also known as: Advertising Photographer, Aerial Photographer, Automotive Photographer, Biological Photographer
You arrive at your small studio space, the aroma of stale coffee lingering. Your Canon EOS R5 sits ready on its stand. First, you check your inbox, replying to an urgent email from a client about their product shoot next week. Then, you review today's schedule: product shots for a local artisanal soap company, followed by corporate headshots. You power on your Mac Studio, opening Capture One to organize yesterday's fashion editorial photos. The natural light from the large window brightens the space as you prep your gear.
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-0.7%
US average: +3.5%
10,700
per year (US)
145,000
in 2025 → 144,000 (2035)
High school diploma or equivalent
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Employment Projections; O*NET Bright Outlook. Read the BLS Occupational Outlook Handbook
How this work is typically performed, based on O*NET work context data.
Source: O*NET Work Context (v31.0)
The overall job outlook for Photographers is stable through 2035, with about 10,700 job openings each year. However, employment is projected to slightly decline by 0.7%. Photographers typically earn a median annual wage of $44,660 and can advance by specializing, gaining experience, or moving into roles like Art Director.
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$44,660
Median annual wage, BLS 2025
Bachelor's Degree
Minimum educational requirement for this position
Based on job level & field
Commercial Photography
Bachelor • Creative Arts • 4 years
Photographic and Film/Video Technology/Technician
Bachelor • Social Sciences • 4 years
Graphic Design
Vocational • Creative Arts • 2 years
Digital Arts
Bachelor • Creative Arts • 4 years
Commercial and Advertising Art
Bachelor • Creative Arts • 4 years
Fine/Studio Arts, General
Bachelor • Creative Arts • 4 years