Career questions tagged photography


How to network successfully in sports photography and sports graphics?
How do network in the field of graphic design and photography? I always feel strange and awkward trying to talk to other designers and photographers because I feel like I am interrupting them. I want to stand out to people and have them think of me for internships and job shadowing, but I am lost in how to do that. But I know the only way to succeed in that field is by creating those relationships to get my dream jobs like taking photos and making graphics for a professional sports team, but how do I do it?

Are graphic designers freelance or are there businesses that hire them?
Do they work for a specific company? Are they more successful freelance? What does a day in the life of a graphic designer look like exactly and how do they manage to get assignments done efficently?

What was the biggest challenge about starting your own photography business, gaining loyal clients/customers, and really taking off with it?
I'm currently a senior in high school planning to attend a 4-year university. I'm planning to major in Ag Business, with a minor in Ag Communications and become a livestock photographer.

How should I get started if I want to pursue photography, specifically runway photography, and more fashion-oriented photography?
How should I get started if I want to pursue photography, specifically runway photography, and more fashion-oriented photography? I have little to no experience besides a high school class, but the career choice seems very intriguing. I'm curious about any courses or learning I could take, beginner camera, connections into the fashion space, and any necessary advice you wish to share!

What is the best approach to truly getting connected with other creatives and what is the most challenging part about being a creative director ?
I am currently an undergrad art student in NYC and I want to be a creative director or photographer. Looking for the best way to get my work out there and become recognized. As well as looking for gigs, work, events, etc.

What would be a good career path to focus on Marine Biology along with Photography ?
I am currently finishing up my associates. I am an Army Veteran just trying to find my way. I lobe marine life and learning everything I can. I have been interested for many years. I am also a photographer. I got my PADI Scuba certification for open water and currently working towards my advanced and Nitrox. I have been practicing my photography under water, and I am working towards a better underwater camera.

How do you break into the commercial photography industry with no previous professional experience?
I have a bachelor of fine arts with a major in photography. I previously have only photographed people, for example, weddings, and portraiture. I have five years experience as a photo retoucher at a major jewelry corporation. I am currently working on a portfolio of product images.

what is a affordable reliable camera that I can use to pursue photography ?
I shoot on a Cannon Rebel T7 I prefer to use a Sony camera for 4k quality I started around 2 years ago mainly focused on shooting sports and photo shoots

What is it that were truly wanting to learn that will help us with our journey of learning to achieve or desired goals in our degree. Mine in Digital Photography, but what goes deeper than that Where do I want to take this?
#Spring25 What are some other things you can do with photography to help a person in their day-to-day skills rather it be professional, business, or personal?

what are some jobs that a 17 year old that can work from home?
I'm 17 years old and I go to johns burg high school in Illinois but Im switching to home school and I was looking at jobs but I cant seem to find any jobs that says they hire 17 year old to do remote work.


How To Be A Professional photographer?
To be a professional photographer 📸 requires a lot of learning from professional leaders in the skills 👌

Should I do the thing with most money or my passion?
why should I follow my passions


Do your photography customers give you any backlash?
I am a sophomore in highschool and want to know what its like.

What is it like working as a photographer and how does it work??
I'm a sophomore in high school and need advice.

What colleges are best to be around lots of black creativity ?
I love to create , direct , take photos, fashion and help people with advice , I want to be around similar creative minds where I can network and meet people of similar interest.

what should I be majoring or looking into career wise ?
I love to create, direct , Edit and take photos. I also love health and nutrition and helping people with bettering themselves

How do I become a photographer? What degrees do I need to be a photographer??
I really love taking photos of people once when I took a photo of my uncle and my mom it looked so awesome it inspired me so much to be a photographer I’ve been thinking long enough to figure that I wanted to be a photographer it makes me happy saying the photos that I took of them.

Greetings my friends. As an artist who has passion for both photography and designing, which program would you recommend me to pursue: Advanced Diploma in Photography or Advanced Diploma in Digital Design ?
Artist, creative writing, graphic designing, photography and exploration.


Can you assist me in discovering opportunities for a part-time remote position relative to art, photography, and/or music?
I have worked in hospitality, television, consumer cellular sales and marketing, and the dental field! Very broad exposure, to say the least. I have always loved visiting art galleries and discovering new artists. I studied Commercial Music and Recording and Psychology in college. I have been told I am a good writer. I appreciate hearing that and could possibly apply that to any position I may find. What kind of positions exist for someone like me? I am "retired" and am a VA caregiver for my husband requiring a home base for working. Thank you for any input. So appreciated~ Barb

What is the best way to get my photography portfolio out there as a new photographer How do grow my clientele?
I want to start learning how to create a clientele after college. #Spring23

As a high school student, how can I determine if a career in photography is right for me?
In order to look into photography as a career instead of a hobby I will need to enroll in photography classes to learn more about lighting, composition, technique's and many more elements to capture a beautiful image. I can perhaps look for photography clubs around me to get more familiar with taking professional photos. One last thing I can do to gain more knowledge is watch YouTube tutorials that'll be helpful for editing the images/ to take them as well.

How do you find clients as a freelance photographer?
How do you find clients as a freelance photographer? How do you find new clients and keep old ones. I’m struggling to stretch beyond the circle of people I know.

I am interested in video editing and Photography. Where is the best place to start exploring?
I am very interested in becoming a photographer.

How can I better incorporate my photography with symbolism?
Im in 8th grade and have been taking photographs in a portfolio for a while, and I also like to write. But when I try to take pictures, I want to create a bigger meaning. How can I do that?

What is the going rate for photographers these days ?
What is the going rate that photographers charge these days if you are just beginning to start your photography business and I guess it depends on the kind as well?

How can I find a part time photography job while attending college?
How can I find a part time photography job while attending college?

How can I make money with a communications degree?
I will start college in January 2025 as a junior because of my college credits (I’m a photography intern now at my community college). I originally applied to an art school to pursue filmmaking editing but was waitlisted so I decidedto pursue communications (media production) at another school was a close second. But I’m worried that I won’t make any money or won’t end up with atleast a job out of college. My dream job/goal is to edit aesthetic videos , I love cinematography but I am struggling to learn premier pro without a in person teacher and junior year is the year for internships. Should I stick with the communications major and see where it leads me, eventually learning how to edit on my own? Or Should I just major in finance for money and minor in photography on the side ? Any advice would help 🥲