Game Day Photographer

# Game Day Photographer (Freelance)

Location: San Jose, CA | Tech CU Arena

Position Type: Freelance / Independent Contractor

Compensation: $400 per game

Season: January – April 2027

Reports To: Director of Marketing

About NorCal Rumble

NorCal Rumble is Northern California's professional women's volleyball team competing in Major League Volleyball (MLV), set to begin play in January 2027 at Tech CU Arena in San Jose. Backed by founding owners Theresia Gouw, Kerri Walsh Jennings, and Vivek Ranadivé, alongside an investment group that includes Zaza and Tika Pachulia, Brad and Andrea Hilsabeck, and Andre Iguodala, the Rumble is building a high-performance professional volleyball organization rooted in competition, community, and culture. Based in one of the country's most dynamic sports markets, NorCal Rumble is committed to reflecting the energy and diversity of Northern California while delivering a best-in-class experience for athletes and fans. As a women-founded and women-led organization, the Rumble is focused on elevating women's professional sports, creating meaningful connections with the community, and helping shape the future of volleyball in Northern California.

Position Summary

NorCal Rumble is seeking an experienced and dependable freelance Game Day Photographer to capture the action, energy, and atmosphere of the team's inaugural 2027 season. The ideal candidate has experience photographing fast-paced sporting events, a strong eye for visual storytelling, and the ability to edit and deliver images in real time to support the team's social media, communications, and marketing efforts.

Availability for all 13 regular-season home games is required.

Key Responsibilities

Photograph all NorCal Rumble home games, capturing live game action, athletes, coaches, celebrations, and key moments.

Document the overall game day experience, including fan engagement, in-arena entertainment, community activations, and behind-the-scenes content as directed.

Edit, select, and deliver high-quality photographs throughout each game for immediate use across social media, digital platforms, and communications.

Provide professionally edited photographs following each game.

Collaborate with the Marketing and Content team to identify priority shots, content needs, and key storytelling opportunities.

Maintain organized photo galleries and upload assets to the organization's designated photo management platform.

Ensure all photography meets NorCal Rumble's brand standards and visual identity.

Meet established deadlines for in-game and postgame photo delivery.

Qualifications

Demonstrated experience in sports photography, preferably at the professional or collegiate level.

Strong portfolio showcasing action sports photography and live-event coverage.

Proficiency in Adobe Lightroom, Photoshop, or comparable professional photo-editing software.

Proven ability to capture, edit, and deliver high-quality photographs under tight deadlines during live sporting events.

Strong understanding of sports photography techniques, lighting, composition, and visual storytelling.

Excellent organizational, communication, and time-management skills.

Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

Must provide professional camera equipment, lenses, laptop, and necessary editing software.

Must be available for all scheduled NorCal Rumble home games, including evenings and weekends.

2027 Home Game Schedule

All regular-season home games will take place at Tech CU Arena in San Jose, California.

Sunday, January 10

Friday, January 15

Sunday, January 17

Tuesday, January 26

Tuesday, February 9

Thursday, March 4

Saturday, March 6

Thursday, March 25

Thursday, April 1

Saturday, April 3

Monday, April 12

Sunday, April 18

Friday, April 23

Times are TBD, subject to change. The selected photographer must be available for all 13 regular-season home games. Additional postseason opportunities may be available.

Compensation & Engagement

This is a freelance independent contractor position compensated at a flat rate of $400 per game, inclusive of game day photography, in-game editing, and final photo delivery.

The anticipated regular-season engagement consists of 13 home games, representing a total contract value of $5,200.

The selected contractor will be responsible for providing their own photography equipment, editing software, and other tools necessary to fulfill the role.

Equal Opportunity Statement

NorCal Rumble is an equal opportunity organization committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and welcoming environment. We encourage qualified candidates of all backgrounds and experiences to apply.