job description-The main job of a photojournalist is to provide pictures for stories or news articles that provide clear and truthful images corresponding with the topic.
list and explain necessary skills required to perform the duties of this career- Most photojournalists start off working for a newspaper or other print publication. Others work as freelance photographers and get hired by businesses or individuals to take photos for an event or advertisement.
- Capture photographs or film video segments
- Conduct research to gather background information about a subject
- Conduct interviews to enhance and verify news stories
- Write narration to accompany images
- Process and print negatives or film
- Transfer digital files to a computer
- Use image-editing software such as Photoshop or Print Shop Pro to edit images
- Submit images, text, and other information to editorial staff
identify educational requirements to obtain a job at entry level-Education and Training Bachelor’s degree:Most photojournalists get a Bachelor’s degree in photography with a minor or concentration in journalism. Photojournalists who plan to work for print or web publications often need some sort of educational background to understand journalism and how the field works
describe any opportunity for growth with in career-After building up a decent number of clients, some photojournalists will work as freelancers and do work for several companies at a time. They will offer up services including photo shoots, photo editing and graphic design services, and writing small editorial pieces to go along with photos. Many photojournalists even advance in their career enough to start their own print or online publication.identify public and/or private settings that provide employment- Staff Photojournalist: Usually employed in a newspaper or magazine setting, a staff photojournalist completes specific assignments passed on to him by a staff editor. Freelance Photojournalist/Photographer: This is where those marketing skills come in handy. The successful freelancer creates media and sells it on the open market or contracts with publishers to produce specific content. Sometimes freelance photojournalists specialize in areas such as wildlife, celebrity stories, or fashion photojournalism.
identify starting salary as well as the maximum pay for career-
| Entry Level Salary: $14,640 | Average Salary: $24,040 | Maximum Salary: $49,920 |
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