Photographer

Also known as

Photojournalist, wedding photographer, fashion photographer, commercial photographer, news photographer, sports photographer, aerial photographer

AUT programmes

• Photography, Sculpture and Moving-image Major – Bachelor of Visual Arts Te Tohu Paetahi mō Toi Ataata

Work environment

• Usually work regular business hours, but may work irregular and long hours, including evenings and weekends
• Usually work in studios, offices and outdoors in various locations and may travel locally, nationally or internationally
• Need to be creative, accurate and communicate well

Typical tasks

• Set up still or video cameras or related equipment
• Determine technical requirements of productions or projects
• Convert data among multiple digital or analogue formats
• Operate still or video cameras or related equipment
• Create computer-generated graphics or animation
• Apply finishes to artwork, crafts, or displays
• Maintain records, documents, or other files
• Maintain inventories of materials, equipment, or products
• Review art or design materials
• Confer with clients to determine needs

Salary information

Tips from AUT graduates

Outlook

What employers and industry want in graduates

Further study options

• Master of Visual Arts