National careers service
https://nationalcareersservice.direct.gov.uk/advice/planning/jobprofiles/Pages/photographer.aspx
Most photographers specialise in a genre of photography, these can include, but not limited to:
general or social – weddings and portraits
advertising and editorial – advertisements, magazines and photo libraries
press and photojournalism – newspapers and other news publications
fashion – photographing models and clothing for magazines and catalogues
With photography, day to day life includes discussing projects with clients, discussing and finding the correct locations to shoot, selecting the right cameras for the project and making sure these are up to date and usable, composing and taking shots, checking image quality and editing images, retouching if need be and also marketing and running your business.
Working hours include evening and weekends and often you will need to be flexible when working, you need to please the client. The environment also changes during the year, some can be studio and indoor shoots, where others will be outdoor, you must be equipped for these scenarios.
Income:
"Starting salaries for assistant photographers can be between £12,000 and £17,000 a year.
Full-time photographers can earn between £18,000 and £50,000 a year.
Freelance photographers are normally paid a fee for each job, or an hourly or daily rate. Rates can vary widely depending on experience and reputation, the type of assignment and the budget available."
Skills needed:
To become a photographer, often you will have:
Creativity and a good eye for things that work.
Technical photography skills.
Reliability
And more.
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Clinical photography:
NHS JOBS:
http://www.nhscareers.nhs.uk/explore-by-career/healthcare-science/careers-in-healthcare-science/careers-in-clinical-engineering-and-medical-physics/clinical-photography/
A clinical photographer works closely with doctors, healthcare scientists, nurses and other professionals within care. They are hospital based, in a studio, in clinics or within wards. They are responsible for providing photography records and other visual records of patients.
Skills required:
"In addition to having an understanding of anatomy, you must show evidence of technical expertise. You may need to use particular skills creatively (such as lighting or composition) to depict some conditions effectively. It is also important to have good written and verbal communication skills as well as the ability to accept high levels of responsibility.You must also have a sympathetic and professional attitude when dealing with patients and family/carers who may feel especially vulnerable. To work in clinical photography you will need effective communication and team working skills. You will also need to be confident with technology and systems/processes. If you work in a role with responsibility for resources (such as staff, budgets or equipment) you must have good leadership skills and be able to use your initiative within the remit of your job role."
For qualifications, you will need a degree in photography, followed by either a post graduate certificate in clinical photography. When only having a degree, you can apply for a position of trainee clinical photographer.
"Registration is required for many healthcare science roles.
On completion of your clinical photography training you will be eligible to join the voluntary register of CAMIP."
^CAMIP - Committee for the Accreditation of Medical Illustration Practitioners
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Film/video editor:
http://www.prospects.ac.uk/film_video_editor_job_description
Freelance work and using digital technology and computer software are key aspects of a career in film and video editing. As an editor, the main responsibility is assembling recorded materials into a final project that is suitable for its medium. This may include 'camera footage, dialogue, sound effects, graphics and special effects'. Mostly, you will be employed on a freelance basis, with short term contracts. You will most likely work standard office hours, but with the often need for overtime and. You will be working on a variety of productions, including and not limited to "feature films, Tv programmes, music videos, corporate training videos and commercials".
Film/video editor:
http://www.prospects.ac.uk/film_video_editor_job_description
Freelance work and using digital technology and computer software are key aspects of a career in film and video editing. As an editor, the main responsibility is assembling recorded materials into a final project that is suitable for its medium. This may include 'camera footage, dialogue, sound effects, graphics and special effects'. Mostly, you will be employed on a freelance basis, with short term contracts. You will most likely work standard office hours, but with the often need for overtime and. You will be working on a variety of productions, including and not limited to "feature films, Tv programmes, music videos, corporate training videos and commercials".
"Your work as an editor will involve:
- receiving a brief, and maybe an outline of footage and/or a shot list, script, or screenplay;
- assembling all raw footage, with camera shots either recorded or transferred onto video tape in preparation for inputting into the computer;
- inputting uncut rushes and sound, and synchronising and storing them into files on the computer;
- digitally cutting the files to put together the sequence of the film and deciding what is usable;
- creating a 'rough cut' (or assembly edit) of the programme/film and determining the exact cutting for the next and final stages;
- reordering and tweaking the content to ensure the logical sequencing and smooth running of the film/video.
Additional tasks may include:
- overseeing the quality and progress of audio and video engineering and editing;
- experimenting with styles and techniques including the design of graphic elements;
- writing voiceover/commentary;
- suggesting or selecting music."
