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Education and training. Entry-level positions in photojournalism or in industrial or scientific photography generally require a college degree in photography or in a field related to the industry in which the photographer seeks employment. Entry-level freelance or portrait photographers need technical proficiency.
In addition to technical proficiency, a photographer needs certain soft skills, or personal qualities, whether he or she decides to work for someone else, or freelance. Artistic Ability: Photographers are artists who must have the creativity needed to come up with ways to tell stories using images. They need a good eye for using color, light, and composition. Interpersonal Skills: Whether it's the people you are photographing, your clients, or colleagues, you must be able to understand their needs, read their body language, and coordinate your actions with theirs.