Photojournalist

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Photojournalist
Megan Fajardo
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DUTIES

• Think creatively to monitor events, materials,
  and surroundings.
• Estimate sizes, quantities, time, cost, or
  materials needed.
• Judge the value of objects, services, and/or
  people.

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SKILLS

• A creative imagination and artistic talent.
• A good eye for form and line and an appreciation
  for light and shadow.
• The patience, accuracy, and ability to produce
  detailed work.

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PREVIOUS JOBS

• High School Yearbook/Newspaper Photographer
• College Campus Daily Newspaper Photographer.
• Internships and part-time jobs atPhoto Studio
• Camera Stores

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EDUCATION

• A four year degree in Journalism.
• Emphasis on Photography during college years.
• Experience in high school clubs like newspaper of
  yearbook.

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LOCAL BUSINESSES

• Statewide there are only 1,110 photographers,
  with an even more limited need for the specific
  photojournalist title.
• The Willamette Valley has the second largest
  region in need for photographers with a total of
  around 230 people for the job.
• The largest area is the Portland Metro with an
  employment number of 425.

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SEARCH

• Magazines
• Newspapers
• Photographic Portrait Studios

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REQUIREMENTS

• Have good communication skills.
• Reason and Problem Solve.
• Manage Oneself, People, Time, and Things.
• Understand how to use a high quality camera and
  take high quality pictures.