Photographers Jobs Pay in Western North Carolina nonmetropolitan area, NC

Average Hourly Pay

$21.67
32.3%Below national average

Range: $20.64 – $22.70

Average Annual Pay

$45,078
32.3%Below national average

Range: $42,931 – $47,224

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

$18.42/hr

Range: $17.54 – $19.29

Annual Rate

$38,316

Range: $36,491 $40,140

Mid level

3-5 years

Hourly Rate

$21.67/hr

Range: $20.64 – $22.70

Annual Rate

$45,078

Range: $42,931 $47,224

Senior level

6+ years

Hourly Rate

$24.92/hr

Range: $23.74 – $26.10

Annual Rate

$51,840

Range: $49,371 $54,308

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