Photographer
Photographers shoot products, people, food, fashion, events and campaigns, and retouch the results.
What the work involves
- Planning shoots
- Lighting and shooting
- Editing and retouching
- Delivering to clients
Where people work
- Studios
- Agencies
- E-commerce companies
- Media
Working independently. Mostly freelance or studio-based.
How the career progresses
Photo assistant
Photographer
Specialist or studio owner
The PGA route in
Start at the level that suits you. Credits carry forward, so you can stop, work, and come back for the next step.
- Certificate · 4 months Digital Photography Certificate
- Bachelor’s · 4 years BS AI Digital Arts & Creative Design
- Master’s · 1.5 years MS AI Digital Arts & Creative Design