Photographers
Civilian:
Photograph people, landscapes, merchandise, or other subjects, using digital or film cameras and equipment. May develop negatives or use computer software to produce finished images and prints. Includes scientific photographers, aerial photographers, and photojournalists.
Military:
The military uses photographs for many purposes, such as intelligence gathering and news reporting. The services operate photographic laboratories to develop the numerous photos taken by the military. Photographic specialists take and develop still color or black and white photographs.
Job Titles
- Advertising Photographer
- Aerial Photographer
- Apprentice Photographer
- Biological Photographer
- Biomedical Photographer
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Nationwide Salary Average*
- Civilian:
- $29,130
- Military:
- $48,162
*Average calculated based on median level of pay
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