Photographers Jobs Pay in Columbus, OH

Average Hourly Pay

$23.49
26.6%Below national average

Range: $22.37 – $24.61

Average Annual Pay

$48,856
26.6%Below national average

Range: $46,530 – $51,183

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

$19.97/hr

Range: $19.01 – $20.92

Annual Rate

$41,528

Range: $39,551 $43,506

Mid level

3-5 years

Hourly Rate

$23.49/hr

Range: $22.37 – $24.61

Annual Rate

$48,856

Range: $46,530 $51,183

Senior level

6+ years

Hourly Rate

$27.01/hr

Range: $25.73 – $28.30

Annual Rate

$56,184

Range: $53,509 $58,860

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