For many people, photography is a hobby. It’s fun to take pictures of friends and family members and post them to social media. However, there are also plenty of careers that use photography as their primary method of making money.

Photography is a great way to make money. You can make money by selling your photos, taking photos for people and businesses, or selling stock photography. You can also sell your photos online or through local stores or markets. If you have an interest in photography and would like to try it out as a career, this article will give you some idea how it all works!

Here are some professions that you may not have considered before:

 

Professional wedding photographer

If you’re the type who’s passionate about photography and has a knack for taking great pictures, wedding photography can be a lucrative career. As a professional wedding photographer, you’ll be responsible for capturing all of your clients’ big moments—from their first look to their first dance—and making sure that each photo tells a love story worthy of an album.

For those looking to get into this line of work, it’s important to remember that weddings are hectic events with lots of moving parts. You’ll need to take direction from your clients as they plan their day down to the last detail; make sure everyone is in place at the right time; and then capture all those special moments flawlessly on camera. You’ll also need good people skills so that you can collaborate with bridesmaids and groomsmen without causing any drama or delays. And once your photos have been taken, post-production work will involve editing them (typically using Adobe Photoshop) in order to create final versions that are ready for delivery or display online or elsewhere.

 

Photojournalist

Photojournalism is a type of journalism that uses photography to tell a newsworthy story. Photojournalists are usually employed by media outlets such as newspapers, magazines, and television stations.

As a photojournalist you would be expected to work independently on assignments in which you must capture images of events as they happen or meet strict deadlines for publishing printed materials.

 

Commercial photographer

If you have a good eye for composition, lighting and color, a commercial photographer could be the perfect job for you. This career requires that you know how to work with clients and be able to communicate what they want from their photos. You may also need to know how to use a camera and retouch photos. A good computer system is important because your images will need to be stored safely away from any harm until they’re needed again.

 

Product photographer

• What to look for in a product photographer
• Someone who can do both macro and wide shots.
• Someone who has good lighting skills, including natural light and artificial light.
• Someone who knows how to use Photoshop or other editing software like Lightroom or Aperture.
• How to set up the shot:
• Look at the background of your product photo first before taking it so that you know how much space you need behind it when framing the picture (i.e., don’t frame too much of the background). If there’s something distracting on the back wall/floor/countertop of where you’re going to take your picture, move away from it as much as possible until it doesn’t distract viewers from looking at what they should be looking at—your product!

 

Portrait and family photographer

If you have a love for people and a strong desire to capture their stories through photography, then this is the career path for you. Portrait and family photographers are in high demand. The reason is simple: people want to preserve their memories from important moments in life.

Family portraits are one of the most popular choices for professional photographers because they allow families to commemorate special times together by capturing them on film. You can make money by doing portrait sessions or family portraits at all stages of life—from newborns through adults—and every type of session will be unique!

 

Photographer (digital marketing companies)

This is one of the most popular and profitable photography jobs. Companies hire photographers to take pictures for their websites, social media pages, and advertisements. They often pay well for good photos, but you’ll have to learn how to take great shots if you want to earn a decent wage.

 

Photo editor (magazines)

Photo editors help magazines select which photos should be published and make sure they’re properly captioned and formatted before they go on sale or appear online. It’s an interesting job that requires both creativity and technical skill — editors must know how to edit photos so they look good onscreen as well as printed on paper.

 

Social media manager (small businesses)

Many small businesses have no idea how to use social media effectively, but they know that it’s important. If you’re familiar with Facebook and Twitter, you could offer your services as a social media consultant to help them create an effective strategy and keep it updated. You’d likely charge by the hour or on a project basis, depending on how much work is required.

 

Insurance photographer

Insurance photographers are responsible for documenting the damage caused by fire, flooding, and other natural disasters. Their job is to create a photo record of the affected area that can be used as evidence in insurance claims.

If you like photography and have an eye for detail, this might be the career for you! Insurance photographers need to have not only a good camera but also excellent composition skills and knowledge of when it’s appropriate to use flash or natural light.

 

Freelance photographer (advertising agencies, PR firms)

Freelance photography is one of the easiest ways to make money with your camera. There are hundreds of companies who will hire you on a per-project basis and pay you a flat fee or by the hour. You can find these companies on sites like Freelancer or Craigslist.

If you’re looking for something more stable and full-time, consider applying for a position at an advertising agency or PR firm. These businesses usually have several photographers on staff who do everything from taking product photos to shooting editorial content for their clients’ websites or magazines.

 

Sports photographer

Sports photographers take pictures of athletes during sporting events such as football games and baseball games. They also cover newsworthy events like celebrity appearances at sporting events, award shows or charity benefits.

 

Pet portrait photographer

A pet portrait photographer is someone who takes portraits of pets, and that can mean everything from a simple headshot to a full body shot. You might be surprised by the number of people who want to capture their beloved pet’s image on film. In fact, some pet portrait photographers charge upwards of $200 for a photo session alone.

If you’re looking for a way to make money with your photography skills, this may be it! You don’t have to have any special training or equipment; just get yourself a decent camera (or borrow one) and shoot away!

 

Blogger/Vlogger

Bloggers write about the topic they love — whether it’s fashion, beauty or photography — while vloggers shoot videos on their favorite topics. Both types of content creators are in demand right now, as more people prefer to consume their news on social media platforms like Instagram and YouTube rather than traditional news sites.

 

Commercial photographer

If you are good at taking pictures of people and still objects, then this career could be perfect for you. This type of photography requires creativity and patience to capture just the right moment in time.

 

Renting photography equipment

Photography equipment is expensive! Many people don’t have the money to buy all of the gear they need to do their job properly. That’s where renting comes in handy – you can rent out some of your photography equipment and make some extra money while helping people get the photos they need. Also, if you want to expand your business, an interesting photo booth for hire can do wonders, especially when it comes to weddings and birthdays.

 

Graphic designer

A graphic designer creates visual elements like logos, illustrations, websites and packaging. They use their knowledge of design principles in order to make their creations visually appealing and functional.

 

Travel photographer

Travel photographers take pictures of different locations around the world for magazines, newspapers and websites that specialize in travel related content. They may work independently or they can apply to work in companies specializing in travel such as cruise lines or airlines.

 

Wildlife photographer

Wildlife photography is a specialized field, so you’ll need to be able to identify the animals you want to shoot. You also need to know where they live and how best to approach them. Finally, wildlife photographers must know how to get close enough without disturbing their subjects or scaring them away. If you’ve got all that covered, then congratulations: you’re ready for wildlife photography!

 

Stock photography

Stock photography is a type of photography that does not sell the original image, but rather licenses it to be used as an advertisement or in a commercial.

Getty Images, Shutterstock and iStockphoto are three companies that offer stock photography for purchase. Stock photographers sign up for these sites and upload their photos for sale. They can sell individual images or offer a subscription plan where buyers receive access to all of their photos for one price per month or year.

The good: You earn money each time someone buys your photo. The bad: You do need to create some sort of portfolio before you can make money from this business model because people will want to see examples of your work before they buy anything from you.

If you’re interested in photography and have a talent for it, there are so many jobs you can make money with. You could even start your own business! Just remember that these careers require hard work and dedication just like any other job does.