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Photographers Salaries
in Virginia, VA
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $25.49 – $28.04
Average Annual Pay
Range: $53,019 – $58,321
Salaries for Photographers near Virginia
Similar positions in nearby locations 100 miles
Alabama, AL
$21.89
18.2%Lower than Photographers in Virginia, VA
Alaska, AK
$21.33
20.3%Lower than Photographers in Virginia, VA
Arizona, AZ
$24.83
7.2%Lower than Photographers in Virginia, VA
Arkansas, AR
$18.52
30.8%Lower than Photographers in Virginia, VA
California, CA
$38.48
43.8%Higher than Photographers in Virginia, VA
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:
0-2 years
Hourly Rate
$22.75/hr
Range: $21.67 - $23.83
Annual Rate
$47,320
Range: $45,066 - $49,573
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$26.76/hr
Range: $25.49 - $28.04
Annual Rate
$55,670
Range: $53,019 - $58,321
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$30.77/hr
Range: $29.31 - $32.25
Annual Rate
$64,020
Range: $60,972 - $67,069
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.
- •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
- •Creative design skills
- •Software proficiency
- •Communication
- •Attention to detail
- •Time management
- •Adaptability
- •Degree in design or related field
- •Portfolio of work
- •Proficiency in creative software
- •Industry experience preferred
