Photo Careers

• Wedding photography is often considered the ideal choice for making a living out of capturing images. It covers three of the main points people look for in their career: It’s meaningful, pays well, and there is a high demand for it. Plus, you get to shoot photos people will treasure forever. • There are some downsides to this career. Otherwise, every photographer would be a wedding photographer. You’ll need to develop excellent people skills and be ready to deal with demanding clients and stressful situations. • You’ll also need to prepare yourself for the off season, meaning the times when the weather is not right for people to get married. $31,000 - $63,000 Average $50,000 per year Wedding Photographer