Photographers Jobs Pay in Rochester, NY

Average Hourly Pay

$24.91
22.2%Below national average

Range: $23.72 – $26.09

Average Annual Pay

$51,804
22.2%Below national average

Range: $49,338 – $54,271

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

$21.17/hr

Range: $20.16 – $22.18

Annual Rate

$44,033

Range: $41,937 $46,130

Mid level

3-5 years

Hourly Rate

$24.91/hr

Range: $23.72 – $26.09

Annual Rate

$51,804

Range: $49,338 $54,271

Senior level

6+ years

Hourly Rate

$28.65/hr

Range: $27.28 – $30.00

Annual Rate

$59,575

Range: $56,739 $62,412

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