Sports Photographer

Gondola; Evanston (IL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Part time

Job summary

A local sports team is seeking part-time Sports Photographers to capture player headshots and action shots during games and practices. This role provides vital experience in sports photography and involves editing photos for social media and marketing use. Candidates should be able to travel to Evanston regularly and may have opportunities for additional graphics work. This is a fantastic way to enhance your resume in the sports industry.

Qualifications

• Experience or interest in sports photography.
• Ability to edit photos/videos for clarity and engagement.
• Familiarity with social media and graphic design principles.

Responsibilities

• Capture photos/videos at team practices, games, and events.
• Edit and create graphics for social media and marketing.
• Prepare content for social media posts.
• Prepare social media posts using content produced

Job description

# Sports Photographer## •### @gochicagounionPosted on 10/16/2025•Part-time## Job DescriptionIf you are looking to build or begin a career in the sports industry, start with the Chicago Union! We are looking to bring on sports photographers that will be responsible for capturing player headshots and shooting action in games, practices, and team events, all of which will be used in team posters, website, social media and graphic design. This is a great opportunity to bolster the resume and get some important sport related experience! The next round of the hiring process will include a Photographer / Videographer in-person tryout in November 2025.Responsibilities include:* Take photos/videos at team practices, games, and events for use in graphics* Edit photos and videos to sharpen action shots and create player graphics* Develop stats graphics and other creative visuals for social media* Prepare social media posts using content produced* Develop graphics to be used in marketing emails* Other tasks as neededThe Sports Photographers are paid contract positions and will likely require less than 5 hours per week between January and August. Must be able to get to Evanston regularly for games on weekends, and occasionally to Chicago for practices, tryouts, and other events. Willingness to travel with the team on away game weekends is a plus, but not required.We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, gender identity, marital or veteran status, or any other protected class.LocationOn-siteEvanston, IllinoisPayPay not disclosed