What does a Press Photographer do?

You photograph news events and social happenings.

What education does Press Photographer require?

Apprenticeship (EFZ) (48 months)

How much does a Press Photographer earn?

Entry ~CHF CHF 50'000, mid ~CHF CHF 68'000 per year (approximate).

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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

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Secondary School

You are here

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Decision

ApprenticeshipHigh SchoolSpecialized School

Apprenticeship (EFZ)3–4 years

Company + vocational school

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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

🔬 Science2/10

💻 IT7/10

🔧 Manual3/10

🎨 Artistic7/10

📊 Ratings

⚖️ Work-Life-Balance3/10

🎨 Creativity7/10

🤝 Social Contact7/10

💪 Physical Demands5/10

📈 Career Growth4/10

🔮 Future Outlook7/10

🔥 Demand (current)3/10

✨ AI Risk5/10

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