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Want to make some money with your camera? If you have talent, you may be able to earn a living as a school photographer. Just about all grade levels, elementary school through high school, take pictures yearly. Just read this guide on how to become a school photographer to get started.
If you have the knack for taking great pictures, you may have thought about going pro. One career choice may be to become a school photographer. The work is stable, as schools will most likely always need pictures for yearbooks, class photos, and special events. Be prepared for competition, though. Many people want to make a living with their cameras, and any photography job is likely to attract a good deal of competition. -
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Step 1: Take Classes
You will first need to take classes in photography to hone your skills. Check out the local community college, or you can even enroll in an art school. May cities also have community education, and you may be able to find a low-cost photography course.In addition to formal instruction, you can also educate yourself through photography workshops. These are where groups of photographers of all skill levels meet to hone their skills.
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Step 2: Build a Portfolio
Before you can market yourself as a professional photographer, you will need to build a portfolio of work to show prospective employers. Take pictures of your friends and family members. You may also be able to find models who will work on a TFP (time for prints) or TFCD (time for CD) trade basis. Place an ad in the talent section of Craigslist, and you may find yourself some amateur models who also need to build their portfolios. -
Step 3: Apply
Once you have training and have accumulated a body of work to show, you can start applying for jobs. Here are some school photography companies to try:- Lifetouch
- Milan Rose
- AMC Photo
- Inter-State Studio
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