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Photographers resume template


There are different kind of photographers, for example, portrait photographer, fashion photographer, action photographer, food photographer, wedding photographer, etc. Nowadays, there is a division between commercial photography and fine art photography. While commercial photography requires people who know how to take photography for retail purposes, fine art photography requires people who have acquired a strong sense of aesthetics.

Whatever you would like to do, you should consider the fact that your resume should show an inclination towards a certain type of photography. While it is true that some companies look for versatility, other companies would rather hire someone that has specialized in a specific type of photography. Make sure that you've acquired a lot of experience as a photographer because it is a job that is based on experience and creativity.

You should also talk about the kind of techniques that you use for photography. Some of these techniques are:

  • Epic Panoramic
  • 3D Photography
  • High Speed Photography
  • Time-Lapse Photography
  • Infrared and HDR Photography
  • Nuanced Night Photography
  • Black and White Photography
  • Monochromatic Color Photography
  • Reflection and Mirror Photography
  • Tilt-Shift Photography
  • Pinhole and Photogram Photography.

If you are interested in studying in a graduate school for photography, this is such a great idea because your resume could be expanded. Check these universities and institutes that offer excellent graduate degrees in photography.

  • The New School, New York, NY (MFA in Fine Arts.)
  • Maryland Institute, College of Art, Baltimore MD (MFA in Photographic and Electronic Media.)
  • School of Visual Arts, New York, NY (MFA in Photography.)
  • University of Tennessee-Knoxville, Knoxville, TN (MFA IN Media Arts Concentration.)
  • Washington University in Saint Louis, Saint Louis, MO (Master of Fine Arts.)

It is ideal to have a portfolio that contains your most beautiful photos along with a resume. Review our photographer resume templates.




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