Job Description for a Freelance Photographer
Photography is a special form of art that uses light to capture and record images. The way pictures are taken have evolved through the years and the modern digital age has made it easier than ever to take professional quality photos. If you have the ability to take great pictures and a professional quality camera, you may want to consider freelancing as an extra source of income.
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Main Duty
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The main job of every photographer is to capture images that people are willing to buy. It takes some technical expertise, but the best photographers have a good eye and an artistic nature. If portraiture or family photography are the areas one specializes in, the ability to put people at ease in front of the camera is needed.
Editing
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A photographer spends a significant amount of time editing pictures and preparing them to print. He may do touch-ups such as removing blemishes or blending tan lines. Computer skills and the propensity to keep up with changing technology will help one's work stay relevant.
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Marketing
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As a freelancer, a photographer will have to spend a certain amount of time drumming up business. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics most freelancers don't make enough money to support themselves solely with their photos, so getting the word out is imperative to success.
Business
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A freelance photographer will also be responsible for running a small business. Formulating a business plan, writing contracts and figuring bids are all things that must be done.
Copyrighting
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Protecting one's work with a copyright is another task of the freelancer. This requires a basic education in licensing and copyright laws.
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References
- Photo Credit photographer image by Steve Lovegrove from Fotolia.com
