Education and Training Requirements
High School
To prepare for this career, high school students should take classes in shop and mathematics. With the popularity of the digital camera, be sure to take computer science classes to understand how computer chips can store and download photographic images. Many camera technicians are photography enthusiasts themselves, so take courses in photography, film, and other art forms to gauge your interest.
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