Photographer

R379,145 (ZAR)/yr

R182.28 (ZAR)/hr

R7,128 (ZAR)/yr

The average photographer gross salary in South Africa is R379,145 or an equivalent hourly rate of R182. In addition, they earn an average bonus of R7,128. Salary estimates based on salary survey data collected directly from employers and anonymous employees in South Africa. An entry level photographer (1-3 years of experience) earns an average salary of R279,325. On the other end, a senior level photographer (8+ years of experience) earns an average salary of R468,005.

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R439,533 (ZAR)

16 %

Based on our compensation data, the estimated salary potential for Photographer will increase 16 % over 5 years.

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Photographer, the majority at 42% with high schools.

Typical Field of Study: Commercial Photography Training

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South Africa

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South Africa, officially the Republic of South Africa (RSA or R.S.A.), is the southernmost country in Africa. It is bounded to the south by 2,798 kilometres (1,739 mi) of coastline that stretches along the South Atlantic and Indian Oceans; to the north by the neighbouring countries of Namibia, Botswana, and Zimbabwe; and to the east and northeast by Mozambique and Eswatini. It also completely enclaves Lesotho. It is the southernmost country on the mainland of the Old World, and the second-most populous...

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Photographs persons, animals, scenery, or commercial products in a studio or at a requested site, using still, video, or digital cameras, color or black and white film, and a variety of photographic accessories. Picks and assembles equipment according to subject materials, anticipated conditions, and knowledge of function and limitations of various types of cameras, lenses, filters, films, and accessories. Sees... people, animals, required subjects, or setting and plans composition, camera position, and camera angle to produce desired effect. Arranges subject materials, poses subjects, or maneuvers into position to take candid photographs. Requires artistic talent, as well as technical knowledge of digital equipment, high-quality printers, and editing software. Read More

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