Photographers Jobs Pay in Pennsylvania

Average Hourly Pay

$24.64
23.0%Below national average

Range: $21.96 – $26.63

Average Annual Pay

$51,259
23.0%Below national average

Range: $45,677 – $55,390

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

$20.94/hr

Range: $18.67 – $22.64

Annual Rate

$43,570

Range: $38,825 $47,082

Mid level

3-5 years

Hourly Rate

$24.64/hr

Range: $21.96 – $26.63

Annual Rate

$51,259

Range: $45,677 $55,390

Senior level

6+ years

Hourly Rate

$28.34/hr

Range: $25.25 – $30.62

Annual Rate

$58,948

Range: $52,529 $63,698

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