What is the Beginning Salary for a Photographer?
The beginning salary of a photographer can vary substantially depending on type of employer. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reported an overall salary range of $16,920 to $62,430. A beginning photographer would likely be at the lower end of the range. Most photographers are employed in professional, scientific and technical services with average salaries of $32,970 annually. However, the motion picture industry, for instance, pays about $80,870 annually.
