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Photographers

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Photographers in the geosciences play an important role in documenting and preserving scientific data and findings. Overall, they require a combination of technical skills, creativity, and an understanding of scientific concepts. Photographers can support the geosciences by: 

  • Capturing images of geological features, such as rock formations, landscapes, and fossils. They may also take photos of fieldwork, laboratory experiments, and other aspects of the research process. 

  • Using a range of photography equipment to meet the specific needs of each project. For example, cameras with macro lenses capture close-up images of small objects or microscopic samples. Drones can capture images of large geological features. 

  • Editing and organizing images to meet the needs of clients, such as creating databases or presentations of images.

Read more about this occupation on O*NET OnLine at www.onetonline.org/link/summary/27-4021.00