This week we are considering 'other' careers that circle the planet of Photography, minus the role of photographer itself. Here are my thoughts on some of the options, and whether I think this would be a good match for my own possible future choices: (with note that this is not a complete list- there are many 'out-of-the-box' opportunities as well)
1. Photography Producer: like the role of a director. Yes. Pulling a shoot together is a creative and visionary process, that takes critical thinking and problem solving skills. one of which I think I would enjoy and be successful with my own skill set.
2. Photography Agent: Representing work for others: No. I find joy in the creative elements and while I have some people negotiation skills I don't particularly enjoy it.
3. Photo Editor: Newspaper, magazine etc. No. I don't think this is where my skills set lies.
4. Picture Researcher: The collector for others: Maybe. I could do it but not sure if its the direction I want to take.
5. Photographic Lab Tech: creating the finished product: No. Been there, done that.
6. Set Designer: Yes. Again the creative and visionary elements of this angle attract my interests.
7. Retoucher: Maybe. I like working in this area, not sure how I would enjoy working for other's images.
8. Photographic Director: Yes. This is one I recently started considering and will look more into.
9. Curator: No. This is not my skill set. I can't even make up my mind about where to arrange and hang art in my own house.
10. Book Publisher: Probably not. This is like curating in paper.
OTHERS I've considered:
Educator: Online or local. Teaching and developing passion in others is a skill set I recognize in my core. I believe humans are born creators, also if something pays the bills then I am free to create for myself as well!
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