Photographers Jobs Pay in Charleston-North Charleston, SC

Average Hourly Pay

$26.95
15.8%Below national average

Range: $25.67 – $28.24

Average Annual Pay

$56,063
15.8%Below national average

Range: $53,394 – $58,733

How much do Photographers make?

Your level of experience is a key factor in determining your earning potential. Here's what you can expect at different career stages:

Entry Level

0-2 years

Hourly Rate

$22.91/hr

Range: $21.82 – $24.00

Annual Rate

$47,654

Range: $45,385 $49,923

Mid level

3-5 years

Hourly Rate

$26.95/hr

Range: $25.67 – $28.24

Annual Rate

$56,063

Range: $53,394 $58,733

Senior level

6+ years

Hourly Rate

$30.99/hr

Range: $29.52 – $32.48

Annual Rate

$64,472

Range: $61,403 $67,543

Photographers job description

Photographers professionals create visual, written, or multimedia content for various purposes. They combine artistic talent with technical skills to produce compelling creative work.

Responsibilities
  • Develop creative concepts and designs
  • Collaborate with clients and teams
  • Use industry-standard software
  • Meet project deadlines
  • Present and revise work
  • Stay current with design trends
Skills
  • Creative design skills
  • Software proficiency
  • Communication
  • Attention to detail
  • Time management
  • Adaptability
Qualifications
  • Degree in design or related field
  • Portfolio of work
  • Proficiency in creative software
  • Industry experience preferred