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Press Photographer

Media & Communication

Press photographers document news, events and social happenings with a camera. They work under time pressure, often in unpredictable situations, and deliver compelling images for newspapers, magazines and online media. In Switzerland, they are employed by media companies or work as freelance photojournalists.

Entry
~CHF 50'000
CHF 4'167/Mt.
Mid
~CHF 68'000
CHF 5'667/Mt.
Senior
~CHF 90'000
CHF 7'500/Mt.

Approximate values — salaries may vary by region, employer and experience.

📚 Education
LevelApprenticeship (EFZ)
Duration48 months

Your path to Press Photographer

Secondary School

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Decision
ApprenticeshipHigh SchoolSpecialized School
Apprenticeship (EFZ)3–4 years

Company + vocational school

Optional: Vocational Baccalaureate+1 year

Opens path to UAS

Work directlyBMS during apprenticeshipBMS after apprenticeship
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Career Start

Qualified professional

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Starting salary: CHF 50'000/year
Academic Requirements
🔢 Mathematics2/10
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🔬 Science2/10
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💻 IT7/10
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🔧 Manual3/10
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🎨 Artistic7/10
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📊 Ratings
⚖️ Work-Life-Balance3/10
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🎨 Creativity7/10
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🤝 Social Contact7/10
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💪 Physical Demands5/10
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📈 Career Growth4/10
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🔮 Future Outlook7/10
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🔥 Demand (current)3/10
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AI Risk5/10
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