The computer games and animation industries have been some of the top fields for students who have a commercial photography degree to find themselves employed in after college. Nearly a quarter of post grads start working as either animators, graphic designers, or graphics specialists, while others work as visual artists and retail sales associates. Commercial photography majors tend to utilize skills such as adobe illustrator cs6, graphic design, typography, and InDesign in their day-to-day practices.

Top Employers

The data to the right shines a light on several companies where commercial photography graduates have started their careers after receiving their diploma. These companies have historically been some of the most common employers for commercial photography majors.

Los Angeles, California has been one of the most popular destinations for those seeking commercial photography jobs. However, despite its popularity, other cities like New York, New York, and Chicago, Illinois top the list as well. Combined, these cities have accommodated a significant amount of commercial photography professionals.