Photographer, Federation

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.

Full-time

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. We understand the importance and the power of teamwork, on and off the pitch. That is why we work closely with our Federation partners and members, to inspire, support and guide every level of the game: from the grassroots to the National Teams.

We want to bring soccer into every home and every community, right across America. Because we believe that soccer can transform lives like no other sport. Soccer can represent the best of U.S.

U.S. Soccer is in a period of significant growth, with ambitious plans for U.S. Soccer in the near and far future. We are, therefore, looking for dynamic servant leaders to join us on this journey: in service to soccer. Applicants must be able to demonstrate visionary leadership, analytical decision-making, professional flexibility, and an empathic management style that builds bold teams and delivers globally significant results.

U.S. Soccer is seeking a talented and versatile photographer to join our Federation content team. The Federation Photographer will help capture and tell the stories of U.S. Soccer’s Youth National Teams (YNTs) and Extended National Teams (ENTs) through compelling imagery across camps, matches, tournaments, and behind-the-scenes environments. This role will also support photography coverage of National Training Center events, Soccer Forward initiatives, and broader Federation programming that advances the growth of soccer in the United States.

This role supports still photography coverage across a wide range of Federation programs and initiatives, helping bring fans closer to the players, coaches, and communities that represent the future and breadth of soccer in the United States. The position will own in the end-to-end photography process including shooting, editing, color correction, asset organization, and delivery of imagery optimized for digital, editorial, and commercial distribution.

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.

In addition, the role will likely support photography capture at domestic, non-tournament Senior National Team games.

• Capture high-quality photography of Youth National Team and Extended National Team 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
• Maintain and organize photography assets within U.S. Soccer’s digital asset management systems
• Execute content plans around camps, tournaments and events to ensure a comprehensive visual coverage
• Collaborate with Social Media and Editorial teams to align on storytelling priorities and platform needs
• Curate and deliver photo selects for internal take holders and external distribution partners
• Support commercial and marketing 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 domestically and international to support Federation programming and events

• 3+ years of professional photography experience, preferably in sports or live event environments
• Experience…