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Photographers Salaries

in St. Louis, MO-IL, MO

Average Hourly Pay

$23.87
50.3%Above national average

Range: $22.73 – $25.00

Average Annual Pay

$49,642
50.3%Above national average

Range: $47,278 – $52,006

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Salaries for Photographers near St. Louis, MO-IL

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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

$20.29/hr

Range: $19.32 - $21.25

Annual Rate

$42,196

Range: $40,186 - $44,205

Mid level

3-5 years

Hourly Rate

$23.87/hr

Range: $22.73 - $25.00

Annual Rate

$49,642

Range: $47,278 - $52,006

Senior level

6+ years

Hourly Rate

$27.45/hr

Range: $26.14 - $28.75

Annual Rate

$57,088

Range: $54,370 - $59,807

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
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