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A Photographer's Job: Inside the Business of Photography

March 30 · 29 min · Season 2 · Episode 82 · 21.1 MB
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In this episode of How Much Can I Make?, we dive into the world of photography as a career, exploring job ideas, earnings, and success factors with professional photographer Phil Mansfield. From the early days of film to modern lifestyle assignments, Phil shares career insights and explains how a photography career evolves over time.

We break down how photographers get paid, how creative professionals price their work, and why usage rights and licensing fees are critical to understanding the real value of an image. 

Along the way, we uncover career opportunities and essential skills that separate professionals from amateurs, even in the smartphone era. The real value lies in vision, storytelling, reliability, and problem-solving for clients.

If you’ve ever wondered how to become a professional photographer, what photographers earn, and how the business functions, this episode offers clear career insights and practical job advice behind the lens.

Connect with Phil Mansfield

Website: https://www.philmansfield.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/philmansfieldphotography/

"How Much Can I Make?" Is nominated for 2026 Women in Podcasting Award!

Music credit: Kate Pierson & Monica Nation

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About the host: Mirav Ozeri has always been drawn to storytelling and journalism, especially the stories of everyday people.

In the 90’s She founded her own video production company, producing, directing, and editing documentaries and videos for political organizations which led to a 17-year career at CBS News, where she served as a producer/editor, helped launch CBS MarketWatch, and later worked as a senior editor and segment producer until the program was acquired by Dow Jones.

During her years at CBS, Mirav developed and produced a television pilot built around a simple idea: giving people an honest look at what different careers are really like. Although the pilot was never picked up, the concept stayed with her. Years later, she brought it back as How Much Can I Make?, a podcast that explores real jobs, real stories, and the many paths people take to build a career.