Forensic Photographer

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Forensic Photographer

• By Matt Mettert

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What they do/Responsibilities

• Produce truthful and objective images, which may
  be used for measurement or analysis, to accompany
  forensic, medical or scientific reports, articles
  or research papers
• Responsibilities
• Take pictures at scenes of crimes, hospitals and
  for the use of evidence in court

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Education Skills Required

• Education
• Graduation from high school, experience in
  professional photographic work including
  experience in photographing, developing and
  custom printing or any equivalent combination of
  training and experience.
• Skills required
• Must be able to select and use the best equipment
  and techniques for the job.
• A thorough grasp of photographic principles,
  especially non-standard techniques.
• Close attention to detail, and a meticulous
  approach to image and data recording
• A good understanding of police methods and
  conventions, and an understanding in anatomy

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Employment Prospects

• Over the next five years Good
• To find a job just go to your local police
  station