Description
Determine image composition, select and adjust subjects, equipment and lighting to achieve desired effects.
Alternative labels
determine composition of image
determine picture
select subject of picture
Skill type
skill/competence
Skill reusability level
sector-specific
Relationships with occupations
Essential skill
Determine image composition is an essential skill of the following occupations:
Photography teacher: Photography teachers instruct students in the various techniques and styles of photography, such as (group) portrait, nature, travel, macro, underwater, black and white, panoramic, motion, etc. They provide students with a notion of photography history, but mainly focus on a practice-based approach in their courses, in which they assist students in experimenting with and mastering different photography techniques and encourage them to develop their own style. Photography teachers monitor students’ progress and set up exhibitions to show of students’ work to the public.
Photographer: Photographers take pictures using digital or film cameras and equipment. Photographers may develop negatives or use computer software in order to produce finished images and prints.
Glass artist: Glass artists create original artworks by assembling pieces of glass. They can be involved in restoration processes (such as those going on in cathedrals, churches, etc.) and can create accessoires, windows or decorations.
Optional skill
Determine image composition is optional for these occupations. This means knowing this skill may be an asset for career advancement if you are in one of these occupations.
Picture editor: Picture editors select and approve photographs and illustrations for newspapers, journals and magazines. Picture editors make sure that the photographs are delivered on time for publication.
References
- Determine image composition – ESCO
