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Advanced Diploma of Creative Product Development (Photography)

  • Diploma

Put the focus on the world around you This qualification prepares you to work in the industry as a professional photographer, providing you with practical skills and knowledge in the areas of high-level image capture, sophisticated post-production skills, business development and creative thinking...

Key details

Degree Type
Diploma
Duration
2 semesters full-time
Course Code
CUA60420
Study Mode
In person
Intake Months
Feb

About this course

Put the focus on the world around you

This qualification prepares you to work in the industry as a professional photographer, providing you with practical skills and knowledge in the areas of high-level image capture, sophisticated post-production skills, business development and creative thinking skills. Genres of photography include commercial/advertising, portraiture and wedding, fine art, landscape, documentary and photo-journalism and more.

A range of photography techniques are covered during the course including drone operation, VR, alternative process (wet darkroom), video and multimedia.

North Metro TAFE's lecturers are closely involved with the Australian Institute of Professional Photography (and other professional bodies) and you'll be supported to participate in both state and national photography events, proving you the opportunity to network with some of Australia's and the World's leading professional photographers.

NMT has been awarded AIPP's Australian Tertiary Institution of the Year for 2017, 2018 and 2019

Study locations

Perth

What you will learn

  • Photography skills in the area of commercial/advertising, portraiture and wedding, fine art, landscape, documentary and photo-journalism and more
  • Studio photography and lighting techniques
  • Range of post-production and retouching skills.
  • Exhibition photography
  • Practical business skills and working with clients.
  • Managing copyright Building your creative portfolio

Career pathways

  • Professional Photographer

The Advanced Diploma of Creative Product Development (Photography) prepares you for roles as a Professional Photographer. You could find employment in the following fields:

  • Digital content creator - video and photography
  • Architectural photography
  • Commercial photography
  • Food photography
  • Wedding photography
  • Wildlife photography
  • Fashion photography
  • Portrait photography
  • Sports photography
  • Travel photography
  • Photo editing and retouching
  • Photojournalism
  • Photography studio assistant
  • Photographer's assistant
  • Photographic retail assistant
  • Photography lab technician

Please note You can visit one of our four Jobs and Skills Centres located at NMT's Balga, Joondalup, Midland and Perth campuses for free career planning advice and job search support.