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AEG

Photography Intern

Charlotte, NC · On-site

$14.75 - $19.50/hr

Fan experiences * Sponsor activations * Halftime entertainment * Match action * Post-match celebrations * Study professional sports photography portfolios. * Learn positioning strategies around the ...

AEG

Manager, Photography

Newark, NJ · On-site

$75K - $88K/yr

... fan base. HBSE also owns the NBA's Philadelphia 76ers, one of the most storied franchises in ... Serve as the primary photographer for Devils games, practices, media days, team events, community ...

AEG

Digital Manager, Fan Experience

Frisco, TX · On-site

... video, photos, infographics), and latest news stories from DallasStars.com writers and reporters for high fan engagement * hockey-related information including press releases, breaking team news ...

Hornets

Digital Designer & Photographer

Charlotte, NC · On-site

Position Overview The Digital Designer & Photographer is responsible for capturing and creating ... Knowledge of sports, basketball, and digital fan engagement preferred. * Ability to work evenings ...

AEG

Digital Designer & Photographer

Charlotte, NC · On-site

Position Overview The Digital Designer & Photographer is responsible for capturing and creating ... Knowledge of sports, basketball, and digital fan engagement preferred. * Ability to work evenings ...

SoundCloud

iOS Engineer - Fan Monetization

New York, NY · On-site

$140K - $165K/yr

We are looking for a mid-level iOS Engineer to join the SoundCloud Fan Monetization team. Our ... Interested in a gym membership, photography course or book? We have a Creativity and Wellness ...

SoundCloud

iOS Engineer - Fan Monetization

New York, NY · On-site

$140K - $165K/yr

We are looking for a mid-level iOS Engineer to join the SoundCloud Fan Monetization team. Our ... Interested in a gym membership, photography course or book? We have a Creativity and Wellness ...

Cornell College

Mascot

Mount Vernon, IA · On-site

With a goal of entertaining crowds with dances , and fan interactions like high-fives and photos, leading chants, sparking energy, easing tension, building team spirit, driving merchandise sales, and ...

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How much do fan photographer jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 11, 2026, the average hourly pay for fan photographer in the United States is $20.36, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.38 and $21.63 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a fan photographer?

Fan photographers are professionals who take candid and posed photos of fans at events such as sports games, concerts, or festivals. Their main role is to capture memorable moments of attendees, often providing the photos for purchase or promotional purposes. Fan photographers may work for event organizers, photography companies, or as freelancers, ensuring fans have high-quality images to remember their experiences. These photos are typically available online or at the venue shortly after the event.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a fan photographer?

To thrive as a Fan Photographer, you need a solid understanding of photography principles, experience with professional camera equipment, and often a portfolio demonstrating your event or sports photography. Familiarity with photo editing software like Adobe Photoshop or Lightroom and sometimes a relevant certification can be advantageous. Strong interpersonal skills, the ability to engage with fans, and excellent time management set top performers apart. These skills are crucial for capturing high-quality, memorable fan moments efficiently in dynamic, high-energy environments.

What are some typical challenges faced by fan photographers working at live events?

Fan Photographers at live events often encounter challenges such as capturing high-quality images in fast-paced, crowded environments with varying lighting conditions. Navigating through excited crowds and quickly identifying engaging fan moments requires agility and excellent interpersonal skills. Additionally, there may be tight deadlines for delivering edited photos for social media or promotional use, so strong time management and post-processing abilities are essential. Collaboration with event organizers and marketing teams is also common to ensure the photos align with the event’s branding and storytelling goals.

What is the difference between Fan Photographer vs Sports Photographer?

AspectFan Photographer
Primary FocusCapturing images of fans, fan activities, and crowd moments at events
Work EnvironmentSports arenas, stadiums, fan zones, and event venues
Required SkillsEvent photography, crowd management, quick shot selection
Common CertificationsPhotography certifications, event photography experience

While both Fan Photographers and Sports Photographers work in event settings and require photography skills, Fan Photographers focus on capturing fans and crowd moments, whereas Sports Photographers primarily focus on athletes and game action. Fan Photography emphasizes crowd engagement and atmosphere, making it distinct in subject matter and environment.

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Infographic showing various Fan Photographer job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 71% Full Time, 27% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $42,345 per year, or $20.4 per hour.

Fan Photographer for AT&T Stadium, Home of the Dallas Cowboys

Arlington, TX

Jowdy Photography
Photography Services • 51 - 200 employees
Learn more about Jowdy Photographyexternal

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Company Description

What makes a company great is a desire to be great. At Jowdy Photography we have a passion for the art and to meet or exceed our customer's expectations. For over 30 years Jowdy Photography has provided a wide range of photography services to our clients all over the country. Our goal is to push the leading edge of photography, taking on huge challenges to do what others cannot do and what others do, do better.

Job Description

We are currently looking to hire Roaming Fan Photographers to join our team for the 2017 Dallas Cowboys Football Season!

ROAMING PHOTOGRAPHER DUTIES: Approach & encourage stadium guests to participate in official fan photographs on the spot. Photos should be composed to a "sellable" quality defined by company standards. Hand out ID cards that direct the customer to either one of our print stations or a website to purchase their photo & this should be communicated to the guests.
It is expected that you have a minimum of 75% availability to commit to home games for the season. Please refer to the official team website for a complete schedule of home games. 

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

If you are interested in this fun and unique opportunity, please let us know! We are conducting interviews this week and hiring immediately!

Qualifications

Need to be willing and able to approach fans to take their photos. Prior knowledge of taking photos is helpful but not required. Camera gear can be provided onsite. 

Need to be able to pass a background check and drug testing.



Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

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