Photographer, Women's National Team

U.S. Soccer Overview
The U.S. Soccer Federation exists in service to soccer. Our aim is to ignite a national passion for the game. Because we believe that soccer is more than a sport; it is a force for good.

Job Type

Full-time

Description
The U.S. Soccer Federation exists in service to soccer. Our aim is to ignite a national passion for the game. Because we believe that soccer is more than a sport; it is a force for good.

U.S. Soccer Overview
The U.S. Soccer Federation exists in service to soccer. Our aim is to ignite a national passion for the game. Because we believe that soccer is more than a sport; it is a force for good.

Position Description
U.S. Soccer is seeking an experienced photographer to join our Women’s National Team content team as the team photographer. The WNT Photographer will be responsible for capturing and telling the story of our WNT players and staff through compelling imagery, highlighting The Best of U.S™. This role leads still photography coverage for the WNT across all environments, including camps, matches, training sessions, and behind-the-scenes moments. The position owns the end-to-end photography process: shooting, editing, color grading, selecting, and delivering imagery optimized for real-time distribution and licensing across platforms. There is a strong emphasis on speed to market, especially during camps and matchdays, ensuring content is delivered in real time to support social, editorial, and commercial objectives. This individual will collaborate closely with Social Media, Brand and Creative, Media, Editorial, Content Strategy, and Partnership Marketing to ensure photography supports storytelling, audience growth, and revenue-driving initiatives including photo licensing, Insiders, ticket sales, and partner integrations. While this role is dedicated to the WNT, it operates as part of a centralized content function and will support broader Federation photography needs during key moments and priority initiatives.

Primary Responsibilities

Capture high-quality photography of USWNT camps, matches, training sessions, and off-field moments

Deliver real-time and near real-time photo selects for distribution across social and owned platforms

Edit, color correct, and optimize imagery for various formats, platforms, and audiences

Curate and deliver photo selects for U.S. Soccer’s photo licensing and sales partner

Collaborate with Social Media and Editorial teams to align on storytelling priorities and platform needs

Execute content plans around camps and matches, ensuring full coverage of key moments and narratives

Maintain and organize photo assets within U.S. Soccer’s digital asset management system

Conceptualize and contribute to new content series and storytelling approaches in collaboration with Content Strategy

Support commercial initiatives through photography, including photo licensing, partner content, Insiders growth, and ticket sales

Stay current with industry trends, technology, and best practices in sports and editorial photography

Travel extensively with the team, including domestic and international travel

Cover other Federation events, camps and games as needed

Requirements
Minimum Qualifications

5+ years of professional photography experience, preferably in sports or live event environments

Proven ability to capture high-quality imagery in fast-paced, high-pressure environments

Strong portfolio demonstrating storytelling through photography

Expertise in DSLR/mirrorless camera systems and professional lenses

Proficiency in Photo Mechanic (or equivalent), Adobe Lightroom, and Adobe Photoshop

Familiarity with digital asset management systems

Strong understanding of photo composition, lighting, and color grading

Ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects under tight deadlines

General knowledge of soccer

Must be able to connect “micro” details to the “macro” vision and mission

Proficient experience with Microsoft Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook)

Ability to work non-traditional hours including nights, weekends, and holidays

Willingness to travel up to 50% domestically and internationally

Valid passport required

Desired Qualifications

Experience working with elite athletes or professional sports teams

Understanding of content optimization across social and digital platforms

Knowledge of soccer and its global landscape

Experience capturing stylized, lifestyle photography

U.S. Soccer offers a comprehensive compensation package, casual work environment, an inclusive culture, and an atmosphere for professional development.

U.S. Soccer is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind on the basis of race, color, sex, religion, national origin, citizenship, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, genetic information, military status, political belief, or any other characteristic protected under the law. This policy applies to all our employment practices within our organization. We strongly encourage women, people of color, LGBTQIA, veterans, parents, and persons with disabilities to apply.

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