High School
While in high school, take all the photography classes that are offered. If your school does not have a darkroom, consider taking classes at your local community college or recreational center. Other art classes will also benefit you by broadening your artistic scope and abilities. To be a successful teacher, you should be able to communicate well with your students, so be sure to focus on your English classes as well.
Postsecondary Training
The level of postsecondary training required depends on where you teach. Instructors working at a community center or high school generally need a bachelor's degree, teacher certification, and a proven background in photography. If you want to teach at the college level, you will need a master's of fine arts degree (M.F.A.) or Ph.D (or both) to land a position at a large university. Art schools accredited by the National Association of Schools of Art and Design are looked upon highly by employers and art professionals. Visit its Web site, https://nasad.arts-accredit.org, for school listings and contact information.
- Art Directors
- Camera Operators
- Cinematographers and Directors of Photography
- Fashion Photographers
- Fashion Stylists
- Food Photographers
- Medical Illustrators and Photographers
- Non-Fungible Token Artists
- Photo Editors
- Photographers
- Photographic Equipment Technicians
- Photographic Laboratory Workers
- Photojournalists
- Publicity Photographers
- Sports Photographers