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A detailed action shot of a Car Gods sponsored racing car skimming over a wet track with visible water spray from the rear tyres. Two speakers at a Manchester United press event, one holding a microphone and the other listening, photographed by Jolley Productions for corporate PR coverage Male footballer with number 2 shirt preparing a throw-in, with teammates and opponents blurred in the background.

Sports Photographer

Action. Emotion. Story. Need a sports photographer who knows how to catch the moment a striker’s toe meets the ball, a sailor’s grin mid-gybe, or a cyclist flying past in a blur of colour?

Jolley Productions is a small, passionate team of freelance sports photographers and videographers who turn athletic feats into striking images and films that sell, inspire and make your mum beam with pride.

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Why our sports images convert

Beyond mere documentation, good sports photography tells a story. At Jolley Productions, we focus on:

The decisive moment

Split‑second emotion, peak action and expressions that tell the story.

Lighting and composition

Dramatic framing, motion blur where it adds energy, and crisp freezes for critical plays.

Brand alignment

Commercial clients get imagery styled for their marketing channels — from hero banners to social thumbnails.

Variety

Wide shots for context, tight telephoto images for emotion, and environmental portraits for personality.

Services we offer

Football, cricket, rugby, tennis, motorsport, sailing, cycling, athletics, climbing, white-water sports… if it’s sporty and photo-worthy, we’ll be there.

Events

Event photography

Match days, tournaments, regattas and races captured with a focus on atmosphere, action and storytelling.

Rear view of a GT4 Toyota Supra racing through a wet track, spraying water into the air behind it.

Action

Action and game‑moment capture

Football goals, cricket wickets, motorsport overtakes — a gallery of game-defining moments, ready for social and marketing use.

Low-angle close-up of black football boots and white socks as players warm up on artificial turf.

Video

Videography

Our video services are ideal for match highlights, training edits and social clips, giving you dynamic content alongside stills.

Black and white group photo of AdiClub fans holding a branded flag in a football stadium's hospitality area.

Drone

Drone coverage

Capture stunning hero shots and cinematic aerial views of courses, stadiums and crowds with our sports event drone photography. Especially effective for endurance events, marathons, regattas and large-scale competitions. We are fully insured and CAA-compliant.

Pyrotechnics firing along the halfway line of a packed Emirates Stadium just before a night match begins.

Portraits & team

Athlete portraiture and team shoots

Polished, characterful portraits for player profiles, sponsorship decks and press use. Whether studio, on-location or editorial in style, we’ll make your athletes look like champions — without the stiffness.

Two football coaches in matching navy jackets posing together in front of Arsenal shirts inside the Emirates locker room.

Training

Training sessions coverage

Document training sessions, coaching moments and behind-the-scenes preparation. Ideal for coach/player profiles, development programmes and social content.

Two amateur footballers battling for possession during a match on artificial grass with teammates in the background.

Editorial

Editorial and commercial shoots

Perfect for brand campaigns and sponsors. Motion and stills are delivered in campaign-ready formats.

Lobby scene with Christmas tree, mannequin in football kit, and cosy seating at a professional club facility.

Our professional kit includes long telephoto lenses that let us remain unobtrusive while still capturing the intensity of the action. All services include editing, colour grading and delivery in web and print-ready formats.

Our sports coverage is great for:

Clubs (amateur to semi‑pro)

Megaphone icon.

Event organisers and promoters

Sports brands and sponsors

Corporate teams and charity events

Individuals wanting professional photos of their sporting exploits

Why hire Jolley Productions as your sports photographer?

Proven experience with big names

We’ve created sports imagery and video for brands such as adidas and Compare the Market, and we understand how to deliver on briefs, brand tone, and deadlines.

Cutting‑edge kit

Our equipment includes long telephoto lenses for crisp action at distance, high-frame-rate cameras for smooth slow motion, and professional lighting and stabilisation for challenging environments.

Small, friendly team

Fewer suits, more sneakers. We’re flexible, approachable and easy to work with — always just a call (or whistle) away.

Cross‑discipline creativity

Our background in commercial, portrait and event photography brings fresh ideas to sports imagery. We also offer combined photo-and-video packages for a streamlined, cost-effective solution.

Marketing‑ready media

Beyond great images, we plan for how they’ll be used. From website hero images and social cutdowns to press-ready shots and print assets, everything is delivered with your goals in mind.

Close-up interior view of a professional driver fully kitted out in helmet and race suit, preparing for a track session. Wide shot of Arsenal's Emirates Stadium at sunset, framed by two black canons with The Armoury store visible. Candid photo of Manchester United legends in branded kits engaging with fans during a Q&A session. Smiling group of men standing in a football locker room surrounded by red Arsenal shirts and bold signage. A monochrome image showing the glass entrance doors to Wigan Athletic’s stadium with a glowing Christmas tree blurred in the foreground. Fan in dark hoodie with “Arsenal” written on the back, pointing at themselves while standing in an empty stadium.

How we work

Step 1

Brief and plan

Get in touch and tell us the sport, date, location and what you need — even if it’s just a rough idea.

We’ll discuss logistics such as access points, required equipment (football photographer setups differ from sailing, for example), insurance, and any drone permissions if aerial coverage is required.

Once we understand your brief, we’ll propose a shot list to ensure key moments are captured for maximum impact across social and marketing channels.

Step 2

Shoot day

We’ll arrive early to set up and work unobtrusively throughout the event — with a smile — capturing the action as it unfolds.

Step 3

Post‑production & delivery

We carefully select the best images and apply professional retouching and colour grading.

Final files are optimised for web, print and/or broadcast, with full galleries and RAW files available on request. Fast turnaround options are available for press and social use.

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Testimonials

We worked with Chris to capture some imagery of the cricket sessions we run in schools and the community for young people in Ellesmere Port. Chris was very professional, lovely to work with, and the photos were exactly what we asked for – if not, better! Thank you Chris!

—Chance to Shine

Chance to Shine charity cricket stumps in the foreground with younger player beyond in the distance
What an amazing experience and service from Chris. You couldn’t ask for a better, more professional service. He took the time to make the video perfect in every sense and was always on hand to speak to if I needed. The results speak for themselves: a video that everyone in the industry is fighting to have reproduced for them.
Chris, as a person, is incredibly flexible and approachable, willing to listen and create a real quality piece of work. I couldn’t recommend Jolley Productions more. Thank you.

—Danny Giblin, Founder TAO Activities

Professional, polite and amazing results. Highly recommend for all types of photography. An easy five stars.

—Neil Worsley

Two boys laughing and playing at the base of a colourful inflatable slide, captured mid-movement and full of energy.

Pricing and packages

We offer transparent pricing and tailored packages for events of all sizes.

Single photographer half‑day rates

Full‑day coverage

Multi‑crew events

Season packages

Video add-ons are available and often provide better value than hiring separate teams.

Based near Manchester, UK, we cover events nationwide. If you’re searching for the “best sports photographer near me”, we’re happy to travel across the UK for the right event and regularly work regionally with clubs and promoters. Tell us where you’re based, and we’ll work out the logistics and provide a fair quote.

Book Jolley Productions as your sports photographer

If you want to capture your event’s action and atmosphere with a friendly, professional team, let’s chat.

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We love the seriousness of competition and the chaos of celebration. Whether you need a football photographer to capture that screamer from the halfway line, a motorsport photographer to freeze a wheel-to-wheel moment, or aerial drone coverage across a regatta — we’ll make your event look brilliant.

No posers, no pomp — just cracking photos.

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Frequently asked questions

Absolutely. We love grassroots sport. We work with clubs on match-day galleries, player portraits, and fundraising packs.

Yes, please ask about our combined packages. You’ll save time and money, and get cohesive media across formats.

Standard turnaround is 7–15 working days. Fast‑track delivery for social or press is available.

Yes, we’re based in Manchester and work across the UK, and even internationally for larger events. Travel costs are always quoted upfront.

Yes I’m fully insured with professional indemnity cover and public liability cover.