Photographers Jobs Pay in Waterbury-Shelton, CT

Average Hourly Pay

$24.34
23.9%Below national average

Range: $23.18 – $25.50

Average Annual Pay

$50,625
23.9%Below national average

Range: $48,214 – $53,036

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

$20.69/hr

Range: $19.70 – $21.68

Annual Rate

$43,031

Range: $40,982 $45,081

Mid level

3-5 years

Hourly Rate

$24.34/hr

Range: $23.18 – $25.50

Annual Rate

$50,625

Range: $48,214 $53,036

Senior level

6+ years

Hourly Rate

$27.99/hr

Range: $26.66 – $29.32

Annual Rate

$58,219

Range: $55,446 $60,991

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