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Drogheda Utd. v Cork City FC (LIVE)

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    #32
    kensutz
    Registered Users Posts: 9,186 ✭✭✭kensutz


    Tighter crops would've been better.


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    #33
    Sr. Pirotecnic
    Registered Users Posts: 284 ✭✭Sr. Pirotecnic


    As amateurs (?) how do you guys get pitchside access?


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    #34
    Paulw
    Moderators, Society & Culture Moderators Posts: 13,381 Mod ✭✭✭✭Paulw


    This is probably one of the most frequently asked questions of sports photographers. How do you get down to the pitch level. Well, there is no short simple answer.

    Contacts - Who you know can help. If you know someone in a local sports club then start with asking them. If you know someone in a club organisation, they can help too. Asking around is normally a good place to start, especially for lower league games.

    Clubs - Sometimes you can just contact the club directly. Ask their administrators or even their PR person about gaining access. This may not always work, but a direct approach can be best.

    League - A league body (IRFU, FAI, GAA) can directly give permission to cover events. In general, this can be a bit more complicated. Showing your ability or a portfolio may be required.

    Accreditation - For some sporting events, you need to register for accreditation with third party companies. Again, having a portfolio is a good step, so they can review your ability. I currently hold a number of accreditaions.

    Press - If you happen to work for a press organisation, or can submit to an press organisation, they can organise access for you to attend an event. This is generally done on a per event basis.


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    #35
    City-Exile
    Registered Users Posts: 2,547 ✭✭✭City-Exile


    I think it's only fair to say that you shouldn't seek to get pitchside for a significant game, unless you know what you're doing.
    I've seen too many people turn up at games, with their 350D & kit lens, thinking it's all fun and games. More often than not, they get in the way of others, including officials.

    If all you're after is a free pass to events, you'll be found out soon enough.
    If you're serious, you'll be willing to serve your time at local level, to build up the necessary experience.


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