Photographer

Photographers use their creative and technical capabilities to capture photos of people, places, and things. They usually have in-depth knowledge of lighting and photo editing software, which may be used to enhance images. Photographers may specialize in different areas, including: commercial photography, editorial photography, news photography, fashion photography, special event photography, fine art photography, and more . Depending on their area of expertise, they will then tailor their marketing in the right direction for their business.

Source: PayScale Canada

Average Median Salary:

$41,491

Photographers Work On:

• Take pictures either in studio or on location
• Work with clients or workplace teams to create photographic images
• Review sets of photographs to select the best work
Operate various types of photographic and computer equipment

Past winners of the Applied Arts Awards

  • 2025 Design Awards Maxime Rheault (CRITERIUM )
    2025
    Design Awards

    Maxime Rheault (CRITERIUM )
  • 2025 Advertising Awards Katie Edwards (Courage)
    2025
    Advertising Awards

    Katie Edwards (Courage)
  • 2025 Design Awards Marie-Joelle Lemire (Imedia)
    2025
    Design Awards

    Marie-Joelle Lemire (Imedia)
  • 2024 Photo/Illustration Awards Alicia Maes (Maes Studio, Inc.)
    2024
    Photo/Illustration Awards

    Alicia Maes (Maes Studio, Inc.)