Photographer Legal, Social & Cultural Technicians
SaveWhat Does a Photographer Do?
Photographers take pictures using digital or film cameras and equipment. Photographers may develop negatives or use computer software in order to produce finished images and prints.
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Create Digital Images
Create and process two-dimensional and three-dimensional digital images depicting animated objects or illustrating a process, using computer animation or modelling programs.
These are common skills for this role, based on a European framework. Requirements vary between jobs, including in the UK. Real-world experience matters more than ticking every box - use this as a guide, not a checklist.
Skills You Need to Become a Photographer
Essential Skills
Essential Skills
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EssentialCreate Digital Images skill
Create and process two-dimensional and three-dimensional digital images depicting animated objects or illustrating a process, using computer animation or modelling programs.
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EssentialOperate A Camera skill
Capture moving images with a camera. Operate the camera skilfully and safely to obtain high quality material.
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EssentialPrepare Personal Work Environment skill
Correct settings or positions for your working instruments and adjust them before starting operations.
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EssentialSet Up Cameras skill
Put cameras in place and prepare them for use.
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EssentialCreate Artificial Light skill
Create and set up artificial light sources using flashlights, screens and reflectors.
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EssentialDetermine Image Composition skill
Determine image composition, select and adjust subjects, equipment and lighting to achieve desired effects.
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EssentialDevelop An Artistic Framework skill
Develop a specific framework for research, creation and completion of artistic work.
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EssentialDevelop Visual Elements skill
Imagine and apply visual elements such as line, space, colour, and mass to express emotions or ideas.
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EssentialLicense Photo Usage skill
License the use of images through stock photo agencies.
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EssentialMaintain Photographic Equipment skill
Execute maintenance tasks to keep photographic equipment functioning properly.
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EssentialSelect Auxiliary Equipment For Photographic Work skill
Bring the appropriate auxiliary equipment according to the environment of the photographic work, whether you are stationary or mobile. Make sure you are prepared to capture the desired motif.
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EssentialSelect Photographic Equipment skill
Select appropriate photographic equipment and background properties, and adapt it according to subjects, materials, and conditions.
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EssentialSelect Photos skill
Review sets of images and select the best work.
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EssentialSet Up Photographic Equipment skill
Choose the best position and orientation of the camera to capture the scene, along with other necessary equipment.
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EssentialTest Photographic Equipment skill
Test photographic equipment, tools and accessories.
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Optional Skills (5 of 35 displayed)
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OptionalSocial Media Marketing Techniques knowledge
The marketing methods and strategies used to increase attention and website traffic through social media channels.
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OptionalDigital Marketing Techniques knowledge
The marketing techniques used on the web to reach and engage with stakeholders, customers and clients.
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OptionalHome Decoration Techniques knowledge
The techniques, design rules and trends applicable to interior decoration in a private home.
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OptionalAdvertising Techniques knowledge
The communication strategies intended to persuade or encourage an audience, and the different media which are used to achieve this goal.
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OptionalBrand Marketing Techniques knowledge
The methods and systems used in researching and establishing a brand identity for marketing purposes.
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OptionalSporting Events knowledge
Possess an understanding of different sporting events and conditions that can affect a result.
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OptionalArchitectural Design knowledge
The branch of architecture that strives for balance and harmony in the elements of a construction or architectural project.
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OptionalLandscape Architecture knowledge
The principles and practices used in the architecture and design of outdoor areas.
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OptionalWildlife knowledge
Undomesticated animal species, as well as all plants, fungi and other organisms that grow or live wild in an area without being introduced by humans. Wildlife can be found in …
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OptionalArt Collections knowledge
The variety of paintings, sculptures, prints, drawings and other works that form collections in a museum and prospective new collections which are of interest for a museum or art gallery.
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OptionalCare For Food Aesthetic skill
Convey presentation and aesthetic elements into the production of food. Cut products properly, manage right quantities into the product, care for the attractiveness of the product.
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OptionalCollaborate With A Technical Staff In Artistic Productions skill
Coordinate the artistic activities with others who are specialised in the technical side of the project. Inform the technical staff of the plans and methods suggested and obtain feedback on …
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OptionalCommunicate With Youth skill
Use verbal and non-verbal communication and communicate through writing, electronic means, or drawing. Adapt your communication to children and young people`s age, needs, characteristics, abilities, preferences, and culture.
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OptionalDevelop Artistic Project Budgets skill
Developing artistic project budgets for approval, estimating deadlines and material costs.
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OptionalDevelop Educational Activities skill
Develop speeches, activities and workshops in order to foster access and comprehension to the artistic creation processes. It can address a particular cultural and artistic event such as a show …
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OptionalEdit Negatives skill
Use different software products and techniques to process photographic negatives and adapt the images to the desired specifications.
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OptionalEdit Photographs skill
Resize, enhance and retouche photographs, using airbrushing, editing software and other techniques.
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OptionalOrganise Product Display skill
Arrange goods in attractive and safe way. Set up a counter or other display area where demonstrations take place in order to attract the attention of prospective customers. Organise and …
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OptionalSelect Camera Apertures skill
Adjust lens apertures, shutter speeds and camera focus.
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OptionalSwim skill
Move through water by means of the limbs.
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OptionalAdvise Customers On Photography skill
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OptionalAttend Events skill
Visit shows and/or exhibitions to represent your organisation and see what other organisations are doing to acquire expertise in the sector's trends
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OptionalConduct Extensive International Travel skill
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OptionalCreate Infrared Imagery skill
Use an infrared camera to produce imagery displaying the infrared part of the spectrum.
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OptionalDevelop Film skill
Prepare tools and developing and printing equipment. Develop and print exposed film using chemicals.
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OptionalDirect Photographic Workers skill
Direct and manage the daily activities of photographic workers.
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OptionalHandle Art skill
Work directly with objects in museums and art galleries, in coordination with other museum professionals, to ensure that artworks are safely handled, packed, stored and cared for.
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OptionalLoad Film skill
Process images and video footage from photographic equipment.
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OptionalMeasure Light Levels skill
Perform measurement of light levels
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OptionalMount Photos skill
Frame and hang up finished photographs and posters.
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OptionalPrepare Digital Art For Master Photograph skill
Assemble, typeset, scan and produce digital art ready to be photographed as a master copy.
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OptionalResearch New Photographic Procedures skill
Participate in research to develop new photographic procedures and materials.
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OptionalScan Photos skill
Scan images into computers for editing, storage, and electronic transmission.
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OptionalSet Up Photographic Exhibitions skill
Make all arrangements needed for a photographic exhibition such as choosing the venue, handling budget, arranging the setting, communicating about the event and so on.
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OptionalUse Photographic Equipment skill
Use analogue or digital camera equipment, along with a variety of accessories such as tripods, filters and lenses.
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