Operates a still camera to take photographs. This occupation requires high levels of creative talent or personal commitment and interest as well as, or in place of, formal qualifications or experience.
Tasks & Responsibilities
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
Alternative Titles
• Fashion Photographer
• Landscape Photographer
• News Photographer
• Photographic Artist
• Portrait Photographer
• Sports Photographer
• Technical Photographer
Assessment Documents
Qualifications
Employment references
CV
Passport
English test
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Photographer (ANZSCO 211311) | Australian Occupation Guide