What is a Professional Photographer? | Jeff Carter

As a working photographer as well as the FIA Media Delegate for the World Endurance Championship I do get regularly asked how did I become a professional motorsport photographer and how do they become one to. I suppose it all comes down to your definition of professional and what it means to your clients.  Some people think it is just getting paid to take photographs.  While that is partially true, for me being ‚professional‘ is conducting yourself and your business in an acceptable manner that other businesses will respect.  It also means that you are able to produce the images required by your client to exacting standards again and again and usually to strict deadlines.  There are plenty of part time photographers working the circuits who have day jobs as well but they also conduct themselves in a professional manner, so it’s not just about being full time……

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