Photographers Jobs Pay in Maryland, MD

Average Hourly Pay

$27.89
12.8%Below national average

Range: $26.56 – $29.22

Average Annual Pay

$58,007
12.8%Below national average

Range: $55,245 – $60,769

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

$23.71/hr

Range: $22.58 – $24.84

Annual Rate

$49,306

Range: $46,958 $51,654

Mid level

3-5 years

Hourly Rate

$27.89/hr

Range: $26.56 – $29.22

Annual Rate

$58,007

Range: $55,245 $60,769

Senior level

6+ years

Hourly Rate

$32.07/hr

Range: $30.54 – $33.60

Annual Rate

$66,708

Range: $63,532 $69,884

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