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. Excludes “Camera Operators, Television, Video, and Film” (27-4031). 

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Employment Outlook	Growth Rate 0.5% Openings Per Year 364
Wages	Median Hourly $24 per hour Average Annual $59,180 per year
Education Needed	Most occupations in this zone require training in vocational schools, related on-the-job experience, or an associate's degree.
Education Available in Washington	Art/Art Studies, General Commercial Photography Digital Arts Photography Visual and Performing Arts, General
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