Hi there! I’m Andrew Dobin, a Minneapolis-based freelance photographer and image editor with a passion for storytelling through visuals. Since 2017 I’ve led Northstar Imagery, helping brands, venues, and publications bring their images to life with sharp composition, thoughtful lighting, and polished post-production. I work across events, sports, entertainment, real estate, and product photography for clients like Mall of America, Minnesota Wild, Live Nation venues, and Meet Minneapolis. I thrive in fast-paced environments, collaborating with marketing teams and partners to capture moments that resonate and drive engagement.

Andrew Dobin

Hi there! I’m Andrew Dobin, a Minneapolis-based freelance photographer and image editor with a passion for storytelling through visuals. Since 2017 I’ve led Northstar Imagery, helping brands, venues, and publications bring their images to life with sharp composition, thoughtful lighting, and polished post-production. I work across events, sports, entertainment, real estate, and product photography for clients like Mall of America, Minnesota Wild, Live Nation venues, and Meet Minneapolis. I thrive in fast-paced environments, collaborating with marketing teams and partners to capture moments that resonate and drive engagement.

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Hi there! I’m Andrew Dobin, a Minneapolis-based freelance photographer and image editor with a passion for storytelling through visuals. Since 2017 I’ve led Northstar Imagery, helping brands, venues, and publications bring their images to life with sharp composition, thoughtful lighting, and polished post-production.

I work across events, sports, entertainment, real estate, and product photography for clients like Mall of America, Minnesota Wild, Live Nation venues, and Meet Minneapolis. I thrive in fast-paced environments, collaborating with marketing teams and partners to capture moments that resonate and drive engagement.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Photographer at Post Consumer Brands
June 1, 2025 - Present
Contracted for CPG and e-commerce product images used in online, print, and promotional materials.
Photographer at Minnesota Wild
September 1, 2024 - Present
Contracted for branding elements, suites and fan experience photography, and promotional event coverage with sales teams and partners.
Photographer at PMT Corporation
January 1, 2024 - Present
Contracted to capture developed and released medical devices and promotional materials for brand.
Event Photographer at GH Prime Media
September 1, 2023 - Present
Capturing a range of event and branding images across North America, including PGA Tour events and VIP meet-and-greets.
Freelance Photographer at Live Nation Entertainment
July 1, 2023 - Present
Responsible for photography of various projects, events, venue spaces, branding, and fan experiences at Midwest venues including The Armory, The Fillmore, Somerset Amphitheater, and The Uptown Theater as a freelance photographer.
Real Estate Photographer at Spacecrafting Photography
May 1, 2023 - November 1, 2023
Capturing real estate properties for MLS and realtor content platforms.
Image Editor at Life Time Inc.
August 1, 2022 - September 1, 2024
Portrait image editor for Lifetime Fitness' Dynamic Personal Training program, including retouching, color correction, blemish removal, and logo replacement.
Photographer at Earl Giles
July 1, 2022 - April 1, 2023
Photographer for brand and promotional materials.
Photographer at Meet Minneapolis
July 1, 2022 - Present
Event photography coverage of the Minneapolis area for citywide content creation to promote events, brands, and public programs.
Architectural Photographer at RJM Construction
July 1, 2022 - Present
Photographing construction projects during and after completion, plus event coverage to generate content for social media, website, and partner brands.
Event Photographer at Allied Productions & Sales / Allied Audio Services
March 1, 2022 - Present
Capturing images of live music, corporate events, and promotional activations for marketing materials and client projects.
League Photographer at My7on7 Football Passing League
January 1, 2020 - Present
Photographer for league events, tournaments, and social media/web content.
Event Photographer at Mall of America
December 1, 2019 - Present
Capturing events, activations, brand promotion, and mall spaces for social media and marketing content.
Photographer at Minnesota United FC
August 1, 2019 - September 1, 2021
Special event coverage, fan images, partner branding, and activations.
Photographer at Colon Cancer Coalition
August 1, 2019 - Present
Photographer for events and campaigns supporting the organization.
Photographer at The Armory
July 1, 2019 - Present
Photographer for venue and event visual coverage and branding.
Race Day Photography Coordinator at Anderson Race Management
October 1, 2018 - January 1, 2022
Coordinator for race day photographers and photography media for teams, brands, and participants.
Events Photographer at iHeartRadio
September 1, 2017 - December 1, 2020
Coverage for events and promotional shoots across Minnesota.
Editor and Photographer at TwinCitiesMedia.net
February 1, 2017 - Present
Editor and photographer providing content for marketing and editorial purposes.
Owner and Photographer at Northstar Imagery
January 1, 2017 - Present
Owner and photographer providing photography services, client development, project management, and post-production across commercial, editorial, and licensing projects in the Minneapolis area.

Education

Bachelor of Science at University of Minnesota-Twin Cities
January 1, 2012 - January 1, 2014
High School at Edina High School
January 1, 2004 - January 1, 2007

Qualifications

Part 107 Certification - Level 1 UAS Thermography
January 11, 2030 - June 9, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Real Estate & Construction, Retail, Professional Services, Travel & Hospitality, Computers & Electronics