Photographers Jobs Pay in Colorado, CO

Average Hourly Pay

$26.15
18.3%Below national average

Range: $24.90 – $27.39

Average Annual Pay

$54,382
18.3%Below national average

Range: $51,792 – $56,971

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

$22.23/hr

Range: $21.16 – $23.28

Annual Rate

$46,225

Range: $44,023 $48,425

Mid level

3-5 years

Hourly Rate

$26.15/hr

Range: $24.90 – $27.39

Annual Rate

$54,382

Range: $51,792 $56,971

Senior level

6+ years

Hourly Rate

$30.07/hr

Range: $28.63 – $31.50

Annual Rate

$62,539

Range: $59,561 $65,517

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