Photographers Jobs Pay in Oxnard-Thousand Oaks-Ventura, CA

Average Hourly Pay

$33.66
5.2%Above national average

Range: $32.06 – $35.27

Average Annual Pay

$70,019
5.2%Above national average

Range: $66,685 – $73,353

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

$28.61/hr

Range: $27.25 – $29.98

Annual Rate

$59,516

Range: $56,682 $62,350

Mid level

3-5 years

Hourly Rate

$33.66/hr

Range: $32.06 – $35.27

Annual Rate

$70,019

Range: $66,685 $73,353

Senior level

6+ years

Hourly Rate

$38.71/hr

Range: $36.87 – $40.56

Annual Rate

$80,522

Range: $76,688 $84,356

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