How to Research Salary Ranges & Benefits for a Photographer

Video Transcript

"So, I bet you're wondering how much do photographers really make, and do they get any benefits? Hi, my name is Jena Hartman, owner of PromoZone Live, an employment agency, here in Florida. First and foremost, if you're looking for the salaries and benefits of a photographer, you want to decide if you want to go freelance, or work for a company. Now, I would definitely do research in both avenues, and if you know somebody already in the industry, that's even more fabulous, because that way, they can give you the in and outs, the pros and cons, and give you the salary ranges, in your geographical area, as for how much you'll make, as well as your benefits, that would be provided to you. Now, keep in mind, that as a freelance, you may not get a salary. You might be working hourly, or per project, as well as benefits. You may have to go find your own benefits individually. That's just a little pointer. Now, if you don't have somebody in the industry, definitely keep on searching, like you're doing today. Go online. There's a National Association for Photographers. Their website is NPPA.org, which it has the salaries and benefits, for your geographical area, as well as the Bureau of Labor Statistics. Their website is BLS.gov. That's a government website, with awesome factual information for you to look into. Now, good luck, with all your photo shoots, and keep getting experience. That's definitely a plus, because that will make a difference, when going to get new clients, and getting a job with any company or any client, so good luck."