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Photographers Salaries

in Durham-Chapel Hill, NC

Average Hourly Pay

$24.51
54.3%Above national average

Range: $23.34 – $25.67

Average Annual Pay

$50,975
54.3%Above national average

Range: $48,547 – $53,402

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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

$20.83/hr

Range: $19.84 - $21.82

Annual Rate

$43,329

Range: $41,265 - $45,392

Mid level

3-5 years

Hourly Rate

$24.51/hr

Range: $23.34 - $25.67

Annual Rate

$50,975

Range: $48,547 - $53,402

Senior level

6+ years

Hourly Rate

$28.19/hr

Range: $26.84 - $29.52

Annual Rate

$58,621

Range: $55,829 - $61,412

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
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