How to Become a Crime Scene Investigator's Photographer
Crime scene investigation is the process by which evidence is gathered and analyzed at a crime scene. Crime scene investigation involves a number of key individuals, including a crime scene photographer. Crime scene photographers, or forensic photographers, capture images of the original crime scene as well as any evidence. Becoming a crime scene photographer involves education, training and networking.
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Obtain your high school diploma and enroll in a college or university. Take courses in photography, criminal justice, forensic science and criminology. Master photography techniques as well as changing camera lenses, camera settings and light meters. Learn a number of photography-related computer software programs in addition to photography equipment.
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Purchase your own camera equipment. Research the types of camera equipment used by forensic photographers. Check online or call your local police department for the proper equipment to purchase.
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Begin taking as many photos as possible to evaluate your work. Consider spending time with a crime scene photographer even if for a limited period of time to become acquainted with their day-to-day duties. Make connections with your law enforcement personnel in your community.
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Plan where you want to work as a crime scene photographer as location may determine such things as who you work for whether it's the local police department or working freelance. Find employment in related careers such as a police officer or as a crime scene investigator.
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Attend conferences, photo exhibits and seminars in forensic photography to keep abreast of technological innovations and advancements in photography and photographic equipments.
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Tips & Warnings
Become certified through organizations such as the International Association for Identification and Evidence Photographer International Council (see Resources).
