What is a photographer/photo editor and how to become one

Key steps to become a photographer/photo editor

1. Explore photographer/photo editor education requirements

   Most common photographer/photo editor degrees

   Bachelor's

   70.1 %

   Associate

   17.1 %

   High School Diploma

   6.3 %

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2. Start to develop specific photographer/photo editor skills

   Skills	Percentages
   Photo Assignments	28.96%
   Adobe Photoshop	13.01%
   Adobe Lightroom	5.72%
   Photo Shoots	5.35%
   Edit Photos	5.31%

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3. Complete relevant photographer/photo editor training and internships

   Accountants spend an average of 6-12 months on post-employment, on-the-job training. New photographer/photo editors learn the skills and techniques required for their job and employer during this time. The chart below shows how long it takes to gain competency as a photographer/photo editor based on U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics data and data from real photographer/photo editor resumes.

4. Research photographer/photo editor duties and responsibilities

   • Create and manage first Instagram account.
   • Manage international man-made fiber market research/publishing company and supervise editorial content and sales of industry statistical journal.
   • Operate Disney's Nikon SB-900 DSLR camera and other photography equipment.
   • Update the Facebook page and website with photographs as needed.

5. Prepare your photographer/photo editor resume

   When your background is strong enough, you can start writing your photographer/photo editor resume.

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6. Apply for photographer/photo editor jobs

   Now it's time to start searching for a photographer/photo editor job. Consider the tips below for a successful job search:

   1. Browse job boards for relevant postings
   2. Consult your professional network
   3. Reach out to companies you're interested in working for directly
   4. Watch out for job scams