Student Name:
Printed Name of Person
Interviewed:
Role of Individual:
Kunqian Li
Period:7
Greta Mee
Place of Business:
Business Address:
Phone Number:
281.554.9700
Date of Interview:
4/15/15
___Other Professional #2
1. For someone working in your field, please describe the fantasies versus realities of the job.
(fantasy vs. reality)
The fantasy is that you have flexible hours and get paid a high amount for the product produced. The reality is that
the time involved to create the product is done outside the view of the client resulting in many more hours worked
than presumed and a lot less money per hour.
2. What is your current educational level? What continuing education and training are required?
(educational level and requirements)
My highest education is MBA but that is not required to do this job. Business, finance, accounting and marketing
are all very important in running a business however. Photography education is ongoing to learn new techniques
and equipment as trends emerge.
3. Please describe the typical day-to-day activities of someone working in your field.
(day-to-day activities)
My day is about 10% photographing clients, 60% doing business management and the rest doing production. I do
outsource some of the production pieces so that I can spend more time running the business.
4. How secure are you in your current position? What do you think is the future of your field?
(job security)
My position is secure as I am the owner of the business. I think the future is in a downward trend. I still enjoy it
but will probably reduce my working hours in the near future. As a result my income will decline.
I like the instant feedback of whether or not I did a good job. I immediately know if I need to improve
my skills or where my skills may be lacking. I also know when I do an amazing job and get the sense of
satisfaction when my clients love their images.