Photographers Jobs Pay in Lafayette-West Lafayette, IN

Average Hourly Pay

$21.06
34.2%Below national average

Range: $20.06 – $22.07

Average Annual Pay

$43,811
34.2%Below national average

Range: $41,725 – $45,897

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

$17.90/hr

Range: $17.05 – $18.76

Annual Rate

$37,239

Range: $35,466 $39,012

Mid level

3-5 years

Hourly Rate

$21.06/hr

Range: $20.06 – $22.07

Annual Rate

$43,811

Range: $41,725 $45,897

Senior level

6+ years

Hourly Rate

$24.22/hr

Range: $23.07 – $25.38

Annual Rate

$50,383

Range: $47,984 $52,782

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