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Job Description:
Job Description:
A food photographer has to work hard to elicit good strong reactions out of their work for the foods that we eat. This may sound simplistic, but it is no small task. Those who work as food photographers not only need to have a background and appreciation or food, but they need to be able to properly capture it through their photography. Therefore this position often marries a culinary background with a strong skill in photography. Though the career path may vary as to how an individual gets here, this can be a very involved position.
Salary average: $40,000
Salary average: $40,000
Occupational Outlook:
Occupational Outlook:
This field is expected to grow 4.1% in the next 10 years.
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Educational Requirements:
Educational Requirements:
Varying depending on if you work for a company or self employed, but usually a degree in culinary arts, photography, or both.
Kentucky Wesleyan college
Kentucky Wesleyan college
Address: 3000 Frederica St, Owensbor o, KY 42301
Website: https://kwc.edu/
Information on the Major: (Advanced Digital Photography Techniques)
An advanced course in the production and manipulation of digital images, including photographic capture, digital manipulation and editing. Artistic, theoretical, and technical aspects will be covered using industry software of Adobe Photoshop on the iMac. Prerequisites: ART 278. Offered every Fall.
Big Sandy Community/Technical College
Big Sandy Community/Technical College
Address: 1 Bert Combs Dr, Prestonsburg, KY
Website: https://catalog.kctcs.edu/colleges/big-sandy-community-technical-college/
Information on the Major: (Basic Food Production)
Explains the basic principles of food selection, storage, and preparation, identification and classification of fruits and vegetables; preparation of stocks, soups and sauces; basic principles of cooking; baking; kitchen operations; and a study of breakfast food.
Jefferson Community and Technical College
Jefferson Community and Technical College
Address: 109 E Broadway, Louisville, KY
Website: https://jefferson.kctcs.edu/
Information on the Major: Graphic Arts, Design, Photography
You'll explore a broad overview of the basics of digital photography, including equipment, software, and practical uses. We'll discuss different types of digital cameras, from phones and tablets to digital SLRs, all of which offer a wide array of photographic options. We'll also help you decide what type of equipment fits your needs and provide you with hands-on exercises that let you explore the areas that interest you.
Soft Skills, Characteristics, and/or Abilities Need For This Career:
Soft Skills, Characteristics, and/or Abilities Need For This Career:
Walking around
Using the camera
Editing the footage
Software Knowledge Needed For This Career:
Software Knowledge Needed For This Career:
Adobe Photoshop
Adobe Premier
Pros and Cons to Choosing This Career
Pros and Cons to Choosing This Career
Pros (Positives to this Career)
Pros (Positives to this Career)
You can work for yourself
You can make your own hours
It's not very physically demanding besides walking
Cons (Negatives to this Career)
Cons (Negatives to this Career)
It doesn't pay very much in most cases
You may have to stand for a while
Typical Working Conditions For This Career:
Typical Working Conditions For This Career:
Could be outside or inside, very broad working conditions, as you can do this job anywhere you want. However, you will want good lighting.
Career Researched By: Zeke Roberts
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