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By being a visitor to our site and a reader of this article, we know you share our passion for good photography. Images are more widely used today than at any stage of the past, with pics taken using smartphones, tablets, and other mobile devices. The quality of cameras available on modern smartphones means you don't have to be a professional to take expert snaps. Simply being in the right place at the right time is enough to help you capture a moment.

The great thing about photography is that it doesn't need to be your passion for it to bring you joy. You may be a lover of all things sporting, from attending a soccer match with friends to enjoying the latest California sports betting has to offer. Music may be more your thing, getting up close enough to catch a snap of your favorite singer or photographing your collection of guitars. A passion for photography can be combined with a love for just about anything, from the great outdoors to simple home life.

Have you ever dreamt of taking pictures professionally? Photography is big business as the leading newspapers, websites, and apps seek the best and most affordable images to add to their articles. For example, a well-written review of a Premier League soccer match is nothing without fantastic imagery to accompany it on the page. Is professional sports photography within your grasp? Read on to find out more as we discuss how you can pursue a career in sports photography.

Get your talents noticed

Let's start at the beginning. Are you good enough or ambitious enough to follow your dreams and work in sports photography as a professional? You must be honest before spending another second planning your future career. If you believe you are talented enough, there's no time to waste. If you still have a bit of work to do but possess the desire to reach the top, you have plenty to keep you busy.

What's the best way to get started? You can be as talented and ambitious as you like, but it counts for nothing if people don't know about your skills. Get your name and your talents out there for all to see. The quickest way to do this is to have your work published and credited to you online. Thankfully, there are many sports sites and apps out there that are desperate to hand new photographers their big break.

The most famous sports publications will already have a talent pool of freelance writers and photographers. But those on the edges may not yet have the budget to attract their photographer. Instead, they'll use stock and shared images, which is far from ideal. That's where you come into the equation. If you are willing to provide snaps, you'll quickly get your foot in the door.

Don't be afraid to work for free or as an unpaid hobby, at least in the early days. Finding a major site to showcase your images and promote your talent is worth its weight in gold during the early years of your career. The money and financial rewards will come as you continue to climb the ladder, and your snaps seen more often.

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Use social media

Another fantastic and free way to show what you are capable of with a camera in hand is social media. Facebook and Twitter are a hive of activity around a major sporting event, such as the Super Bowl or Champions League final. That's a great time to share your imagery. You'll find you attract many new fans with well-timed and exciting posts.

Instagram is the home of professional picks for the social media generation, and it can be difficult to know which accounts are talented and which are just filter-happy. However, you will find many great sports photography accounts on Insta that can lead to new connections and friendships in the industry. It's also an excellent platform for gaining advice.

Move to the next level

When you have built your experience working for free and gained a sizeable following on social media, it's time to move your sports photography to the next level. It's time to get paid.

When you start applying for paid work, be sure to mention your online following. All potential employers want a new recruit that will bring with them new readers. If you can show that your work is already famous, it will help place you at the front of the queue.