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Photographer / Videographer

Photographers and videographers capture images and video for commercial, editorial, wedding, real estate, and entertainment purposes. Florida's booming real estate market (driving demand for property photography/video), large wedding industry, tourism sector, and growing film/streaming production industry collectively make it one of the nation's most dynamic visual media markets.

FL Median Salary
$47,000
Entry Salary
$32,000
Experienced
$100,000
FL Growth
N/A

Requirements & Training

  • Credential: Portfolio required; no formal license; FAA Part 107 for drone aerial work

Career Path

  1. Second Shooter/Assistant → Photographer → Senior Specialist → Studio Owner / Commercial Director

Top Florida Employers

Walt Disney World PhotographyUniversal StudiosLocal news stationsReal estate firmsWedding photographers (self-employed dominant)Commercial studios

Related Programs

  • Photography Certificate
  • Videography/Film Production AAS
  • Commercial Photography BS
  • Ringling College of Art and Design
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