As a photographer, you will operate still cameras to take pictures of people, events, scenes, products and many other things. Photographers could specialize in commercial, medical, scientific or commercial photography. They can also work for the police in photojournalism.

WHAT YOU NEED:

To become a professional photographer you will require a Bachelor's degree in photographic visual arts or you must take a college photography program. A porfolio that shows personal talents and technical ability is required.

SALARY:
$34,000 to $38,000