From working in stadium operations in college to becoming an NFL photographer for the Jacksonville Jaguars, Chris Kim shares how he turned his passion for sports photography into a full-time career.

In today’s episode, Cass sits down with Chris to unpack his journey from sports management major to capturing some of the NFL’s most exciting moments. From training camp chaos to draft day excitement, Chris shares the behind-the-scenes reality of sports photography that goes far beyond the games.

In this episode, you’ll learn

• How Chris turned internships and early experiences at the University of Florida into a career with the Jaguars.
• Why community engagement, corporate partnerships, and day-to-day management are a huge part of sports photography.
• Practical strategies for building a strong, versatile portfolio that showcases creativity and adaptability.
• How to balance team expectations, work-life demands, and personal hobbies for long-term sustainability.
• The realities of game day—quick editing, tagging, and sharing content for social media.
• Insights on passion, adaptability, and the importance of remembering “every photo you take is important.”

Chris also gets real about the misconceptions of sports photography, the lessons learned from unexpected moments on draft day, and why finding hobbies outside of work is crucial for maintaining perspective.

Whether you’re pursuing sports photography, creative media, or just looking for insights into building a meaningful career, this conversation is full of encouragement, actionable advice, and behind-the-scenes stories you won’t want to miss.

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