Photographers Jobs Pay in Columbia, SC
Average Hourly Pay
$19.25
39.8%Below national average
Range: $18.33 – $20.16
Average Annual Pay
$40,033
39.8%Below national average
Range: $38,126 – $41,939
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
$16.36/hr
Range: $15.58 – $17.14
Annual Rate
$34,028
Range: $32,407 – $35,648
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$19.25/hr
Range: $18.33 – $20.16
Annual Rate
$40,033
Range: $38,126 – $41,939
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$22.14/hr
Range: $21.08 – $23.18
Annual Rate
$46,038
Range: $43,845 – $48,230
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
