Photographers
Photograph people, landscapes, merchandise, or other subjects. May use lighting equipment or photo editing software.
SOC 27-4021
AI exposure: 38/100
exposed tier. The score is a relative index of task exposure from 0 to 100. It is not a percentage chance of losing a job or a forecast of layoffs. Individual tasks, employer choices, adoption, and regulation all matter.
| Occupation | Exposure /100 | Median annual wage | Stored growth projection | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Photographers | 38 | $43,100 | -4% | 50,300 |
Skills associated with this occupation
- Creativity
- Technical Knowledge
- Attention to Detail
- Communication
- Originality
Frequently asked questions
Will AI replace Photographers?
The Index cannot predict whether AI will replace an individual Photographers role. Its 38/100 score is a relative estimate of task exposure, not a probability of job loss.
What does the exposure score mean?
The published value is 38/100, in the Exposed band. Higher values indicate greater estimated exposure within the model. It is not a measured share of tasks or a government employment forecast.
What wage and growth figures are available?
The source profile lists $43,100 median annual wage and -4% projected growth, with no source projection window recorded. Check original source dates and local conditions before treating those as current opportunities.
Can my personal assessment differ?
Yes. A generated assessment can consider the tasks you describe; an occupation-based fallback uses a broader baseline. Both are estimates. A different result is not proof that your job has changed.
Sources and methodology
The score is a relative index of task exposure from 0 to 100. It is not a percentage chance of losing a job or a forecast of layoffs. Individual tasks, employer choices, adoption, and regulation all matter.
The Index uses stored BLS-based occupation data. O*NET, OECD capability indicators, and task-exposure research are contextual references. The derivation of the stored occupation scores is not reproducibly documented in the published dataset.
The source snapshot does not record the wage-survey year or employment-projection window. Check the original BLS release before treating these figures as current. Editorial changes and export dates do not establish data freshness.
Related occupations
| Occupation | Exposure /100 | Median annual wage | Stored growth projection | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Transportation Workers, All Other | 38 | $42,820 | +5% | 30,900 |
| Agricultural Technicians | 38 | $42,260 | +5% | 22,800 |
| Medical Assistants | 38 | $42,000 | +14% | 780,100 |
| Butchers and Meat Cutters | 38 | $38,440 | +3% | 134,500 |
| Automotive Service Technicians and Mechanics | 38 | $48,040 | +2% | 730,800 |
| Dental Laboratory Technicians | 38 | $48,670 | +5% | 36,200 |
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