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

  • 2019 Advertising Awards Lindsay Lalonde (john st.)
    2019
    Advertising Awards

    Lindsay Lalonde (john st.)
  • 2019 Student Awards Molly Little
    2019
    Student Awards

    Molly Little
  • 2020 Advertising Awards Zulu Alpha Kilo
    2020
    Advertising Awards

    Zulu Alpha Kilo
  • 2020 Photo/Illustration Awards Daren Lin (Richard Solomon Artist Representatives)
    2020
    Photo/Illustration Awards

    Daren Lin (Richard Solomon Artist Representatives)