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Publicity Photographers

Work Environment

Work conditions vary based on the job and employer. Many publicity photographers work a 35- to 40-hour workweek, but may have to work at night and on weekends when outreach programs, award dinners, and other events are held. Freelancers often work longer, more irregular hours.

In general, photographers work under pressure to meet deadlines and satisfy customers. Freelance photographers have the added pressure of uncertain incomes and have to continually seek out new clients.

For freelance photographers, the cost of equipment can be quite expensive, with no assurance that the money spent will be repaid through income from future assignments. For all photographers, flexibility is a major asset.