How do I become a photojournalist
Get qualified to work as a photojournalist with a course recognised across Australia. Speak to a training provider to learn more.
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Common questions
In Australia, a full time Photojournalist generally earns $1,200 per week ($62,400 annual salary) before tax. This is a median figure for full-time employees and should be considered a guide only. As you gain more experience you can expect a potentially higher salary than people who are new to the industry.
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This industry has seen stable employment numbers over the last five years. There are currently 13,000 photographers in Australia and many of them specialise as a Photojournalist. Photojournalists may find work across all regions of Australia.
Source: Australian Government Labour Market Insights
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If you’re interested in a career as a Photojournalist, consider enrolling in a Certificate IV in Photography and Photo Imaging. You’ll develop professional photography skills and cover topics such as working to a brief, lighting techniques and enhancing and manipulating images. You could also enrol in a Diploma of Photography and Photo Imaging, an Advanced Diploma of Photography or a Bachelor of Photography.
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Photojournalist careers
A Photojournalist captures photos of news events for publication online or in a newspaper or magazine. You might attend a range of activities each day and use various photography techniques. Photojournalists may have their own freelance photography business or be employed by a media organisation. You’ll work closely with journalists and other media colleagues.
Photojournalists should be flexible and able to attend news events quickly. You should be creative and have highly developed photography skills. Photojournalists often work irregular hours including nights, weekends and public holidays. It’s important you can use a range of photography software to produce your images.
