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Hi, I’m Maya Lopez, a driven and innovative photographer focused on concert and sport photography with over 10 years of professional and freelance experience. I capture high-energy moments, raw emotion, and compelling storytelling through dynamic compositions that resonate with audiences. Hi, my work spans live events—from big-stage concerts to local and NCAA sports—as well as LGBTQIA+ community events and promotional shoots. I excel at on-site lighting, fast turnarounds, and collaborating with editorial and marketing teams to deliver content that boosts engagement and supports brand narratives.…Hi, I’m Maya Lopez, a driven and innovative photographer focused on concert and sport photography with over 10 years of professional and freelance experience. I capture high-energy moments, raw emotion, and compelling storytelling through dynamic compositions that resonate with audiences. Hi, my work spans live events—from big-stage concerts to local and NCAA sports—as well as LGBTQIA+ community events and promotional shoots. I excel at on-site lighting, fast turnarounds, and collaborating with editorial and marketing teams to deliver content that boosts engagement and supports brand narratives.

Maya Lopez

Photographer, Photoshop Editor, Videographer, +3

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Hi, I’m Maya Lopez, a driven and innovative photographer focused on concert and sport photography with over 10 years of professional and freelance experience. I capture high-energy moments, raw emotion, and compelling storytelling through dynamic compositions that resonate with audiences. Hi, my work spans live events—from big-stage concerts to local and NCAA sports—as well as LGBTQIA+ community events and promotional shoots. I excel at on-site lighting, fast turnarounds, and collaborating with editorial and marketing teams to deliver content that boosts engagement and supports brand narratives.…Hi, I’m Maya Lopez, a driven and innovative photographer focused on concert and sport photography with over 10 years of professional and freelance experience. I capture high-energy moments, raw emotion, and compelling storytelling through dynamic compositions that resonate with audiences. Hi, my work spans live events—from big-stage concerts to local and NCAA sports—as well as LGBTQIA+ community events and promotional shoots. I excel at on-site lighting, fast turnarounds, and collaborating with editorial and marketing teams to deliver content that boosts engagement and supports brand narratives.

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Hi, I’m Maya Lopez, a driven and innovative photographer focused on concert and sport photography with over 10 years of professional and freelance experience. I capture high-energy moments, raw emotion, and compelling storytelling through dynamic compositions that resonate with audiences.

Hi, my work spans live events—from big-stage concerts to local and NCAA sports—as well as LGBTQIA+ community events and promotional shoots. I excel at on-site lighting, fast turnarounds, and collaborating with editorial and marketing teams to deliver content that boosts engagement and supports brand narratives.

Skills

Experience Level

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Language

English

Fluent

Work Experience

Sports Photographer/Videographer at George Washington University

August 1, 2025 - November 26, 2025

Captured high-speed action shots at live sporting events, delivering over 200 high-resolution images per game with a 24-hour turnaround time. Collaborated with editorial teams to select compelling visual content, contributing to increased engagement on digital platforms and print publications by 30%. Expertly managed on-site lighting, camera settings, and dynamic angles to highlight peak moments, athlete expressions, and crowd reactions across a variety of sports including volleyball, basketball, and track & field.

House Concert Photographer at I.M.P DC

November 1, 2024 - November 26, 2025

Captured intimate, high-quality photographs of live house concert performances in low-light and dynamic environments. Delivered fully edited photo sets on tight deadlines for promotional use across social media, press kits, and artist websites.

House Event Photographer at Alphabet Soup Events DC

December 1, 2024 - November 26, 2025

Documented LGBTQIA+ community events, parties, protests, drag shows, and cultural gatherings with an emphasis on authenticity, joy, and representation. Captured candid and posed moments that celebrate queer identity, resilience, and diversity across race, gender, and body. Built trust and rapport within queer and trans communities to create safe, affirming photography spaces. Delivered vibrant, editorial-quality photo sets for clients' social media, event promotion, and archival purposes.

Sports Photographer/Videographer at LOCO SPORTS

October 1, 2024 - November 26, 2025

Captured high-action images of high school and local sports events for editorial use in LOCO Sports' digital and print publications. Collaborated with editors and writers to align imagery with game narratives, athlete features, and weekly coverage priorities.

Sports Photographer at VIVA LOUDOUN

October 1, 2024 - October 1, 2024

Developed a keen understanding of sports dynamics, enabling the anticipation of critical game moments for dynamic and compelling photography. Created a digital portfolio of high school sporting events for use in promotional materials and the school website, improving visibility and engagement.

Product Photographer at Devil’s Due Distillery

May 1, 2023 - November 26, 2025

Styled and photographed spirits, bottles, packaging, and branded merchandise for marketing, e-commerce, and social media use. Collaborated with the distillery’s marketing and design teams to produce visual content aligned with brand identity and campaign goals.

Sports Photographer at VCU and CNU (NCAA)

May 1, 2022 - May 1, 2022

Photographed indoor and outdoor DIII track & field meets, capturing high-speed action, athlete intensity, and key race moments across sprints, distance, jumps, and throws. Worked closely with coaches, athletes, and athletic communications staff to deliver images for use in press releases, recruitment materials, and social media.

Chief Photographer/Editor at Woodgrove High School

August 1, 2018 - August 1, 2018

Led all photography efforts for the annual yearbook, covering academic events, sports, clubs, portraits, and candid student life. Managed a team of student photographers—assigning shoots, reviewing submissions, and ensuring visual consistency and quality.