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How much do internship livestock photography jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 26, 2026, the average hourly pay for internship livestock photography in the United States is $15.54, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $12.50 and $17.55 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an internship livestock photography?

Internship Livestock Photography positions are entry-level roles designed to provide hands-on experience in photographing livestock for agricultural, commercial, or editorial purposes. Interns typically work under the guidance of professional photographers or within agricultural organizations, learning how to capture high-quality images of animals in a variety of settings. These internships often involve tasks such as photographing livestock at farms, shows, or auctions, editing photos, and assisting with social media or marketing content. They offer valuable exposure to both photography techniques and the agricultural industry, making them ideal for students or recent graduates interested in combining these fields.

What do internship livestock photographers do?

As an intern in livestock photography, your daily tasks will typically include assisting with photo shoots at farms or agricultural events, editing and organizing images, and helping manage digital portfolios. You may also be involved in setting up equipment, coordinating with livestock handlers, and ensuring animal welfare during shoots. Interns often work closely with experienced photographers and marketing teams to create promotional materials, giving you exposure to both creative and agricultural industry practices. This hands-on experience helps you build a diverse portfolio and gain valuable insights into agricultural communications.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an internship livestock photographer?

To thrive as an Internship Livestock Photographer, you need a solid understanding of photography principles, knowledge of livestock behavior, and often some formal training or coursework in photography or animal science. Familiarity with DSLR or mirrorless cameras, photo editing software like Adobe Lightroom or Photoshop, and digital asset management systems is typically required. Strong communication, attention to detail, and patience are important soft skills for effectively capturing high-quality images and collaborating with livestock owners or agricultural professionals. These skills ensure the production of compelling, accurate images that meet industry standards and support marketing or educational efforts in the livestock sector.

What is the difference between Internship Livestock Photography vs Livestock Photography?

AspectInternship Livestock PhotographyLivestock Photography
CredentialsBasic photography skills, possibly some livestock knowledgeAdvanced photography skills, livestock familiarity often preferred
Work EnvironmentInternship setting, supervised, often seasonalProfessional shoots, varied locations, client-based
Employer & IndustryAgri-businesses, farms, media outletsCommercial farms, livestock shows, media companies

Internship Livestock Photography is an entry-level position focused on gaining experience in photographing livestock, often under supervision. Livestock Photography is a professional role involving high-quality, client-driven photography projects. The internship provides foundational skills, while the professional role emphasizes expertise and portfolio development.

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Infographic showing various Internship Livestock Photography job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 10% Internship, 56% Full Time, 32% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 77% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 21% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $32,333 per year, or $15.5 per hour.

Assistant Editor/Associate Editor

American Angus Association

Saint Joseph, MO • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 7 days ago


Job description

 

Picture yourself on a team where storytelling meets technical writing, traditional print meets a growing digital presence, and a creative license meets a high standard of quality.


The Angus Journal team is searching for an experienced Assistant Editor/Associate Editor in its St. Joseph, MO office. Be part of the American Angus Association’s long history in the beef business while joining a team that is blazing trails in multi-media communications and marketing. The Assistant/Associate Editor will write, edit and organize, gathering interviews, photography and videography for the dynamic publication geared toward registered Angus breeders across a variety of media platforms.


Angus Media, a subsidiary of the American Angus Association, is a media company, which exists to help inform the cattle industry and provide marketing outlets for those trying to reach Angus producers. Comprised of multiple media channels, including print services, web services, digital marketing, and advertising services. Angus Media houses two magazines, Angus Journal with a seedstock audience, and Angus Beef Bulletin with a commercial cattlemen audience. 


POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Help Angus breeders stay informed through written print and digital articles, audio and video segments, and social media.
  • Write feature and news stories, investigate leads and gather information for the Angus Journal and the AJ Daily. This includes photography and videography where appropriate.
  • Manage regular columns including gathering and inputting pertinent information, writing summaries, working with columnists to meet deadlines, formatting copy and putting articles into production.
  • Collaborate with editor for editorial planning.
  • Help produce the Angus Journal, including inputting, fact checking, proofreading stories and proofing layouts.
  • Assist editor and graphic artist in planning graphics for stories.
  • Plan and execute Angus Journal social media strategy.
  • Complete projects as assigned, which could include coordinating contest entries for Angus Journal-sponsored contests, photography assignments or real-time coverage of an event.
  • Travel to attend newsworthy events, conduct story interviews and take photographs, etc., as assigned by the editor.
  • Advance skills to strengthen the editorial team by learning Angus Journal style, keeping current on magazine editing philosophies and AP Style, practicing photography and videography, submitting work into critique contests, etc.


REQUIREMENTS:

  • Excellent writing skills for a variety of styles and mediums (feature, news articles, web, social).
  • High-level attention to detail.
  • Well-organized and capable of managing multiple projects while meeting regular deadlines.
  • Knowledge of AP Style.
  • Experience with Adobe Creative Suite programs. 
  • Photography and videography experience preferred.
  • Knowledge of Microsoft Office and Excel.
  • Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
  • Must be reliable, dependable and a self-starter.
  • A positive attitude and a willingness to learn is a must.
  • Willingness to take initiative and ownership is essential.
  • Must be available to travel up to 20% of the time.
  • In-office candidates are preferred, but remote candidates with significant industry experience will also be considered.

 

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:

  • Bachelor’s degree in ag journalism, ag communications, technical writing or related field. Animal science graduate with seedstock or commercial cow-calf background and proof of strong writing and photography skills would also be considered.
  • At least two to four years of practical experience in a media environment through education, internships or employment is preferred.
  • Must have a livestock or animal science background or experience.



Employees of the Association enjoy a strong benefits package including medical insurance, dental insurance, vision coverage, life and disability insurance and a 401K. Personal Time Off (PTO) is also included.


If you are interested, please submit a cover letter, resume, writing samples/portfolio and salary requirements.