A Diploma in Photography is more than a certificate — it’s a stepping stone to a world of creative and professional possibilities. At EXPOSURE – The School of Photography, our diploma course is designed not just to teach photography but to help students build careers in the real world.

Whether your passion lies in storytelling, branding, fashion, or fine art, here are the top seven career paths our students pursue — and how to begin your journey.

1. Commercial Photographer

What they do:

Create images for advertisements, product catalogs, corporate branding, eCommerce, and promotional content.

Course Alignment:

• Studio lighting & product photography modules
• Branding and client briefs workshops
• Post-processing sessions with industry standards

How to Get Started:

• Build a portfolio with product shoots and mock commercial assignments
• Assist established commercial photographers
• Create a professional website showcasing your work

2. Fashion & Editorial Photographer

What they do:
Shoot fashion campaigns, lookbooks, model portfolios, and editorial spreads for magazines and designers.

Course Alignment:

• Fashion photography sessions with models and stylists
• Light shaping and posing techniques
• Industry mentoring and critique sessions

How to Get Started:

• Collaborate with stylists and designers on test shoots
• Focus your portfolio on fashion/editorial work
• Participate in portfolio reviews and networking events

3. Photojournalist / Documentary Photographer

What they do:
Cover news, social issues, events, and human stories for media, NGOs, or personal projects.

Course Alignment:

• Storytelling through images module
• Ethics and narrative-building sessions
• Long-form assignments on real-life themes

How to Get Started:

• Create personal documentary projects
• Publish photo essays online or submit to magazines
• Build relationships with editors or NGO teams

4. Wedding & Event Photographer

What they do:
Capture once-in-a-lifetime moments at weddings, ceremonies, and social events.

Course Alignment:

• Candid and portraiture training
• On-location lighting techniques
• Event shoot simulations

How to Get Started:

• Offer to shoot events for friends or smaller clients to gain experience
• Build an emotional, well-edited wedding portfolio
• Join wedding photography collectives or second-shoot for professionals

5. Fine Art Photographer

What they do:
Create personal, conceptual, or abstract work often shown in galleries, books, or art fairs.

Course Alignment:

• Personal vision development module
• History of photography & critique
• Printing and presentation workshops

How to Get Started:

• Develop a unique visual style or concept-based series
• Participate in exhibitions, contests, and residencies
• Build a website and presence in art communities

6. Travel & Street Photographer

What they do:
Capture cultures, people, and places for publications, tourism boards, or personal branding.

Course Alignment:

• Street photography and travel assignments
• Compositional techniques & cultural sensitivity
• Field trips and photo walks

How to Get Started:

• Travel locally with purpose and create themed series
• Pitch stories or images to blogs, magazines, and agencies
• Build a strong Instagram or Vero presence

7. Portrait & Lifestyle Photographer

What they do:
Photograph individuals, families, influencers, and personal brand clients in natural or studio settings.

Course Alignment:

• Portrait lighting and posing workshops
• Studio & natural light portraiture
• Client interaction and brief-handling skills

How to Get Started:

• Offer shoots to friends, models, or local creatives
• Focus on expressive, well-lit portraits
• Build a local client base and enable online bookings

🎓 Real Outcomes from Our Alumni

Many of our diploma graduates have gone on to work in:

• Fashion houses and advertising agencies
• International publications and art exhibitions
• Wedding studios, production houses, newborn photography businesses, and independent studios

We support students with portfolio reviews, one-on-one mentoring, and showcasing opportunities — including access to internship placements with professional photographers.

🎯 Internship Support for Diploma Students

At EXPOSURE – The School of Photography, we don’t just train you — we help you step into the professional world with confidence.

Our diploma students receive guidance and placement assistance for internships with professional studios, photographers, and creative teams across genres like fashion, commercial, wedding, and editorial photography.

This hands-on experience is a crucial bridge between learning and working — helping you build confidence, contacts, and real-world understanding.

🗂️ Tips for Building Your Portfolio

• Focus on quality over quantity — show your best 15–20 images
• Include work from diverse genres if you’re undecided, or go deep into one if you’re focused
• Keep updating it every 3–6 months
• Always present your work professionally — clean layout, high resolution, short captions

✅ Final Thoughts

Your creative journey deserves a launchpad that’s built on skill, vision, and real-world experience — and our diploma is designed to give you exactly that.

A diploma is just the beginning. With the right direction and consistent practice, you can transform your passion into a full-time profession.