Photo Developer
しゃしんげんぞうこう
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Occupation involving the development and printing of film photographs. Uses darkrooms and developing equipment to produce photo prints from film.
Description
Photo developers specialize in the development and printing of film photographs. Using darkroom equipment and developing machines, they process film with chemicals to fix images, handle print output with enlargers, adjust development conditions, perform color correction, and conduct quality checks. They manage chemicals, maintain equipment, and ensure safety and hygiene for each process to stably produce high-quality photo prints.
Future Outlook
Although demand for film development is declining due to the普及 of digital photography, it is expected to continue in niche markets from film photo enthusiasts and the resurgence of analog film.
Personality Traits
Cautious and precise / High concentration / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Career Path
Photo lab staff → Senior lab technician → Lab supervisor → Quality control staff → Factory manager
Required Skills
Chemical safety management / Darkroom development technique / Image editing (color correction) / Print output technique
Recommended Skills
Automatic developer maintenance / Color calibration / Image processing software / Quality control
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because handling chemicals and the precision of exposure time directly impact the results |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Mainly follows prescribed procedures |
Aliases
- Photo Development Technician
- Photo Lab Operator
Related Jobs
- Image Processing Technician
- Photographic Technician
- Printing Operator