Photographic Process Worker

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Perfect for those passionate about transforming raw images into stunning visuals.
Bring memories to life by developing and processing captivating photographic images.
Master the art of precision in editing and creating unique photographic prints.

💰 Earn $34K-$48K

📚 High School Diploma or GED

⏱️ 6–12 MONTH TRAINING

📈 1.5% JOB GROWTH

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What You’ll Do

Perform work involved in developing and processing photographic images from film or digital media. May perform precision tasks such as editing photographic negatives and prints.

Select digital images for printing, specify number of images to be printed, and direct to printer, using computer software.
Create prints according to customer specifications and laboratory protocols.
Produce color or black-and-white photographs, negatives, or slides, applying standard photographic reproduction techniques and procedures.
Set or adjust machine controls, according to specifications, type of operation, or material requirements.
Review computer-processed digital images for quality.

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Minimum Education

High School Diploma or GED

Career Prospects

Good (Increasing by 1-5%)

Training Time

6 months to 1 year

Job Openings

1,300 Annually

Median Earnings

$38,980 in California

$35,620 Nationally

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Best For You If...

YOU Like 💕

Using data or completing tasks
Working with my hands

You are skilled in 💫

Active Listening
Coordination
Critical Thinking
Speaking
Time Management
Management of Personnel Resources

You value 🙏

Having support
Having freedom
Personal relationships

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Photographic Process Worker

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Associate's Degree

An associate's degree typically provides graduates with foundational knowledge and skills for entry-level jobs in the graduate's industry, or serves as a stepping stone towards further education.

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