Photographic Developers and Printers, classified under ANZSCO code 7114, are professionals who specialize in editing and adjusting digital images, developing photographic film, and printing photographic images from various sources. They utilize computer software, fully automatic equipment, and separate processes to carry out their work.

Indicative Skill Level:

The skill level required for most occupations in this unit group is commensurate with the qualifications and experience outlined below:

In Australia:

• AQF Certificate II or III (ANZSCO Skill Level 4)

In New Zealand:

• NZQF Level 2 or 3 qualification (ANZSCO Skill Level 4)

It is important to note that at least one year of relevant experience may substitute for the formal qualifications mentioned above. In certain instances, additional on-the-job training and experience may be required alongside the formal qualification.

Tasks Include:

• Cropping images and adjusting color, brightness, and contrast
• Preparing exposed film for different processing batches in dark rooms and dark chambers
• Adjusting settings and operating automatic developing equipment
• Inspecting prints and adjusting settings on print-making equipment to produce the desired number, size, and type of prints
• Scanning images onto electronic media
• Checking and replenishing chemicals and water supply for chemical and water baths used in producing negative and positive prints
• Monitoring and testing photographic processing and printing equipment, while maintaining operational standards
• Preparing chemical solutions for different techniques and effects (in some cases)
• Developing black and white images using separate processes and operating enlargers (in some cases)
• Developing motion picture film (in some cases)

Occupation:

• 711411 Photographic Developer and Printer

The occupation of a Photographic Developer and Printer involves editing and adjusting digital images, developing photographic film, and printing photographic images from digital media, negatives, and positives. This is done using computer software, fully automatic equipment, and separate processes.

Skill Level: 4

Specializations:

• Copy Camera Operator
• Dark Room Attendant
• Digital Photographic Printer
• Film Process Operator
• Minilab Operator
• Photographic Enlarger Operator
• Slide Developer