Explore Careers
Use your skills as a photographer to get hired
Ever thought about how to translate your hobbies to workplace skills?
Your hobbies tell a vivid story about your natural abilities. Keep reading for language to use in your resume or cover letter, plus get ideas for jobs you may love.
What matters to you
What do photographers want in a job (besides good pay)? We gave a group of 61 photographers a set list of job attributes and asked them to choose what matters most to them.
Creative freedom
Photography is an art, and many photographers feel most fulfilled when they can express themselves at work.
Creativity makes work exercises more interesting.
Physical therapy aide
Age 24, NY
Ability to build a career
Although they most immediately are all about the great next shot, photographers are also focused on where they are headed next.
Driving my career is important, and having more responsibility is what I strive for in my career.
Marketing manager
Age 35, PA
Collaboration and community
(I want to) Be able to work with others, work in different scenarios and learn from others.
Educational tutor
Age 52, CA
Jobs to consider
Home stager
Set the scene and drive salesPhoto editor
Flex your software chopsJournalist
Apply your perception and storytellingSocial media specialist
Create eye-catching postsPhoto researcher
Find photos for advertising and marketing campaignsCustomer service
Put people at easeMuseum/gallery associate
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