Food Photographer

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Photography takes an instant out of time, altering life by holding it still.

Dorothea Lange 
Food Photographer

In A Nutshell

I work with a food stylist to set up photo shoots that make the food look delicious.

I choose the location and arrange the lighting and camera to get the best pictures.

I manage the business side by talking with customers, handling money, and finding new clients.

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Potential Salary Range

$12.00- 30.00 Hourly

Which provinces would this job be in?

Alberta AB
Alberta
British Columbia BC
British Columbia
Manitoba MB
Manitoba
New Brunswick NB
New Brunswick
Newfoundland & Labrador NL
Newfoundland & Labrador
Nova Scotia NS
Nova Scotia
Ontario ON
Ontario
Prince Edward Island PEI
Prince Edward Island
Quebec QC
Quebec
Saskwatchewan SK
Saskwatchewan

Working at photo shoots is exciting and fast paced, with lots happening all at once. Then I head back to my office to do the editing where it is much calmer and quieter which is the perfect space to focus and get the details just right.

Workplace

Indoor

Job Requirements & Duties

  • Collaborate with stylists to arrange visually appealing food setups
  • Take artistic photos of food
  • Go through photos with customers and understand what features they like in each shot
  • Edit shots for final production
  • Keep records of time use and expenses
  • Network with potential customers to get future jobs 

Education & Training

  • You don’t always need a specific degree to become a food photographer, but a university degree in visual arts or a college diploma in photography can help. Most employers care a lot about on-the-job experience and building your skills through practice.
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Job Outlook

    Food photography is a specialized field, so there can be tough competition to build a name and stand out in this career.

Related School Subjects

Arts Education
Ed. Prof. et Tech.
Career Education

What words come to mind when thinking about this career?

Food Photography

Important Skills

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Computer & Technological

I know the ins and outs of working with a digital camera, and I’m also very comfortable working with photo editing software. 

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Detail-Oriented

When taking pictures of food, every single part of the photo is important. When I’m editing, I make sure I fix every single tiny imperfection so that the final product is beautiful!   

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Interpersonal

I work closely with a food stylist and talk with customers to make sure my photos match what they want, so they’ll want to work with me again.

Money Management

Most food photographers work freelance, so I’m responsible for managing the money I earn and making sure expenses are paid.

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The Best Things About This Job Are…

Creative Work
Own Boss
Work Changes Daily
Using Technology