Photolab Technician
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Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A profession responsible for developing films and digital data, printing, and quality control such as color correction and exposure adjustment.
Description
Photolab technicians handle the entire output process of photos, from film development to print creation and digital image development and adjustment. In addition to darkroom work such as development, fixing, and printing, they perform color correction and retouching using digital lab equipment and image editing software to provide high-quality photo prints. Equipment maintenance, chemical handling, and safety management are also important tasks. They work in studios, labs, printing shops, and photoshops in commercial facilities.
Future Outlook
With the progress of digitalization, demand for analog development is declining, but stable demand is expected in fields such as high-quality prints, special processes, and photo preservation restoration. The market value of personnel proficient in digital lab equipment and image processing technology is increasing.
Personality Traits
Work Style
Full-time / Night Shifts / Photo-related / Shift Work / Studio Work
Career Path
Photolab Staff → Photo Technician → Lab Manager → Quality Control Staff → Photo Studio Operation
Required Skills
Color Management / Darkroom Equipment Operation / Development, Fixing, and Printing Techniques / Image Editing
Recommended Skills
Color Theory / Customer Service Skills / English Document Reading / Printing Technology
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | High accuracy is required for fine adjustments in color and exposure. |
Related Qualifications
- Color Coordinator Certification
- Photographic Technician Certification
Aliases
- Film Developer Technician
- Photo Developer Technician
- Photolab Technician
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