Ausbildung career
Photo and Media Professional Ausbildung in Germany
German name: Fotomedienfachmann/-frau
As a Photo and Media Professional, you will undergo a 3-year vocational training program covering everything related to the creation, editing, and management of photos and other media products. This recognized apprenticeship in industry, trade, and crafts combines creativity with technical expertise, including tasks in digital image processing and customer consultation.
What you do
- Digital image processing and retouching of photos
- Customer consultation on photo products and services
- Operation and maintenance of cameras, printers, and scanners
- Creation of layouts for print and online media
- Archiving and managing media data
- Developing image concepts and design ideas
- Quality control of media products
Requirements
- Interest in photography and digital media
- Creativity and a good eye for aesthetics
- Technical understanding and basic IT skills
- Diligence and attention to detail
- Good communication and customer orientation
- Teamwork skills and self-initiative
- Intermediate school leaving certificate (Realschulabschluss) or equivalent
Career prospects
- 1Specialization in areas such as portrait, product, or event photography
- 2Further training as a Photo Designer or Media Business Administrator (Medienfachwirt)
- 3Self-employment with your own photo studio or media service company
- 4Work in photo studios, advertising agencies, printing companies, or retail
- 5Advancement to leadership positions in the media sector
Open positions
There are no open positions in this career right now. New positions come in several times a day.
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Answers from our data on salary, length, German level and open positions.
How much do you earn in a Photo and Media Professional Ausbildung in Germany?
Usually 850 to 1,150 € a month. Pay rises with each year of training; the company sets the exact amount.
What German level do I need for a Photo and Media Professional Ausbildung?
Usually B2 German is enough. It is a guideline: some companies ask for more, some accept less.
What are the requirements for a Photo and Media Professional Ausbildung?
Interest in photography and digital media; Creativity and a good eye for aesthetics; Technical understanding and basic IT skills; Diligence and attention to detail.
Where can I find open Photo and Media Professional Ausbildung positions?
There are no open positions right now. New positions come in several times a day.
How to apply as a Photo and Media Professional
Create your German CV, no account needed. Then apply to one of the open positions.
Career information is based on BERUFENET by the Federal Employment Agency.