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Familiarity with college football recruiting and creative trends * Basic knowledge of motion graphics (After Effects or similar) * Photography and/or video editing experience * Understanding of NCAA ...

Familiarity with college football recruiting and creative trends * Basic knowledge of motion graphics (After Effects or similar) * Photography and/or video editing experience * Understanding of NCAA ...

Familiarity with college football recruiting and creative trends * Basic knowledge of motion graphics (After Effects or similar) * Photography and/or video editing experience * Understanding of NCAA ...

Familiarity with college football recruiting and creative trends * Basic knowledge of motion graphics (After Effects or similar) * Photography and/or video editing experience * Understanding of NCAA ...

Looking for videographers NOT still photographers * Need your own broadcast quality gear (video camera, microphone, tripod, lavalier) * Must have experience shooting sports (high school football ...

Looking for videographers NOT still photographers * Need your own broadcast quality gear (video camera, microphone, tripod, lavalier) * Must have experience shooting sports (high school football ...

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How much do football photography jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 23, 2026, the average hourly pay for football photography 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 football photography?

A Football Photography job involves capturing high-quality images of football games, players, and key moments on and off the field. Photographers use professional cameras and lenses to document action shots, emotions, and iconic plays. They may work for sports media outlets, teams, or as freelancers covering events for various clients. Strong technical skills, quick reflexes, and an understanding of the game are essential for success.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed for football photography?

To thrive in Football Photography, you need a solid understanding of photography principles, action sports shooting techniques, and often a degree or certification in photography or related fields. Mastery of DSLR or mirrorless cameras, telephoto lenses, professional lighting, and photo editing software like Adobe Lightroom or Photoshop is essential. Strong communication, quick decision-making, and the ability to work under pressure help professionals excel in dynamic and crowded sporting environments. These skills ensure the timely capture of high-quality, impactful images that tell the story of the game and meet client or publication needs.

What are typical work conditions and schedules like for football photographers?

Football photographers often work outdoors in various weather conditions, including rain, heat, or cold, depending on the match location and season. Games are usually scheduled during evenings or weekends, so flexibility with work hours is important. Photographers may be required to travel frequently to cover away games or tournaments, and often work as part of a media team alongside writers, editors, and other photographers. The fast-paced environment requires being on your feet for extended periods and carrying heavy equipment. While deadlines can be tight for delivering images, the role offers excitement and direct access to the action on the field.

How do you become a football photographer?

To become a football photographer, develop strong photography skills, especially in sports and action shots, and build a portfolio showcasing your work. Gaining experience by volunteering at local games or working with sports teams can help, along with understanding the rules of the game and using appropriate equipment like telephoto lenses. Networking with sports organizations and staying updated on industry standards can also improve job prospects.

How to get into football photography?

To get into football photography, build a portfolio of sports images, gain experience by photographing local games or practices, and develop skills in fast-paced shooting and editing. Familiarity with camera equipment, such as telephoto lenses, and understanding game action are essential for capturing dynamic moments in football.

What are the most commonly searched types of Football Photography jobs?

The most popular types of Football Photography jobs are:

What states have the most Football Photography jobs?

States with the most job openings for Football Photography jobs include:

Infographic showing various Football Photography job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, 1% As Needed, 70% Full Time, 24% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 90% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 8% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $42,345 per year, or $20.4 per hour.

High School Football Writer/Reporter

GetSports Enterprises LLC

Cincinnati, OH

$15 - $25/hr

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Company Description

GetSports Enterprises LLC is a Sports Media and Marketing company located in Cold Spring, KY.  GSE operates a variety of websites, including TriStateFoootball.com and GetSportsInfo.com. In addition, we partner with media outlets to provide localized sports content and with partners to help brand their business to the community.

Job Description

TriStateFootball.com (TSF) is looking for a hard-working and energetic freelance sports reporter to cover high school football in Southwest Ohio and Northern Kentucky.

TSF seeks a dynamic reporter who is digitally savvy. The ideal candidate will use reporting skills to find and tell compelling human-interest stories and identify interesting trends for stories that go beyond what happened on the court or field or during an athlete's commitment ceremony.

This position requires multimedia skills, the ability to produce and edit video and engage audiences on social media. The best candidate will have dynamic writing ability and the knowledge to write about football. We want someone who is ambitious, thinks big, writes with authority and has a passion for storytelling and breaking news before our competitors.

A large part of this role will involve producing game-night content for TSF and its media partners and will require tight deadlines to be hit. Availability on Friday nights from mid-August through November is a must.

Responsibilities:

  • Maintain a solid knowledge of high school football and local recruiting.
  • Connect with the community through social media.
  • Use historical data to drive content decisions.
  • Capture basic photos and video as needed. Promote personal brand, the brands of colleagues and the institutional brand.
  • Provide great customer service, representing the brand with dignity at all times.
Qualifications

Requirements:

  • Bachelor's in communications, journalism or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • This can be an entry-level position, but 1-2 years' reporting/newsroom experience is preferred.
  • Adept at taking photos and video and the ability to file quickly across platforms: mobile, desktop and social media.
  • Strong command of grammar and AP style.
  • Strong copy-editing skills and the ability to produce content that is clean, accurate and "publication ready."
  • Passionate and enthusiastic about news and content that will work well with audiences on social platforms.
  • Comfortable in fluid, fast-breaking, stressful situations.
  • A desire to grow.
  • Comfortable using social media such as Twitter, Facebook and Instagram to enhance reporting and promote stories.
  • Understands reporting ethics and sourcing.
  • Excels in a fast-paced news environment and understands the digital first mission.
  • Collaborates well with others and can work with a team on the biggest stories.
  • This role requires a valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and the minimum liability insurance required by state law.
Additional Information

How to Apply:
We are eager to learn more about you and how you fit this role. When you apply, don't just send a resume; show us what you've done. To do so, put together a single document file that includes the following, in this order:

  1. Your resume - one to two pages.
  2. A cover letter that outlines how you would approach the job.
  3. Links to 3-6 online samples of your work. Show us what you've produced or had a hand in that best reflects what you can do in your desired role.

It is important that these items be assembled into a single document in PDF format and upload here. Completing these steps will ensure that your application receives the highest consideration.

Job-Type: Seasonal / Part-Time / Freelance

Hourly Rate: $15-$25 per hour (based off experience)

*Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to education, work experience, time in role, certifications, etc. 
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