Photography Professional

PURPOSE
The Photography Professional credential documents the essential competencies for photographers, photography assistants, and those working with photography equipment and imaging software.

AUDIENCE
This credential is appropriate for photographers and their assistants in the daily operations of a photography equipment, photo editing software, and those professionals working on photo shoots.

JOB/CAREER REQUIREMENTS
In order to be a successful photographer, it is important to understand the camera, lenses, concepts related to light and exposure, the digital workspace, and photo editing using computer software. Professional photographers must understand how to print and display their photos, how to organize a large number of photographs, and how to store them securely. Excellent photographers understand how to use light and design theory to create the desired image for a specific purpose.

PHOTOGRAPHY PROFESSIONAL WORKPLACE TASKS:

• Use various types of cameras and controls.  
• Describe characteristics and use of camera lenses.
• Explain the physics of light and exposure in photography. 
• Implement the various equipment and workflow strategies used by the professional photographer.
• Explain basic image editing concepts. 
• Describe equipment, supplies, and techniques commonly used to print and display photographs. 
• Apply effective strategies commonly used to organize and store images. 
• Describe the qualities of light and how these qualities are used to create desired image effects. 
• Apply basic photograph design concepts and techniques.
• Identify major people and milestones in the history of photography.

EXAM STRUCTURE OVERVIEW
Number of Questions in Exam: 100
Total Time: 60 minutes
Overall Passing Score: 70%
(All sections require an individual passing score of 70%)