How do they match: Photographers

  • Photograph people, landscapes, merchandise, or other subjects. May use lighting equipment to enhance a subject's appearance. May use editing software to produce finished images and prints. Includes commercial and industrial photographers, scientific photographers, and photojournalists.

  • Determine desired images and picture composition, selecting and adjusting subjects, equipment, and lighting to achieve desired effects.
  • Determine project goals, locations, and equipment needs by studying assignments and consulting with clients or advertising staff.
  • Develop and print exposed film, using chemicals, touch-up tools, and developing and printing equipment.
  • Direct activities of workers setting up photographic equipment.
  • Perform maintenance tasks necessary to keep equipment working properly.
  • Select and assemble equipment and required background properties, according to subjects, materials, and conditions.
  • Set up, mount, or install photographic equipment and cameras.
  • Test equipment prior to use to ensure that it is in good working order.
  • Use traditional or digital cameras, along with a variety of equipment, such as tripods, filters, and flash attachments.

  • Maintain inventories of materials, equipment, or products.
  • Maintain recording or broadcasting equipment.
  • Operate still or video cameras or related equipment.
  • Set up still or video cameras or related equipment.