“My biggest piece of advice is to build meaningful relationships! Networking isn’t just about knowing someone; it’s about giving respect and being able to support and uplift others around you. The sports creative community is tight-knit and having a friendly smile isn’t always enough. Try to be authentic and genuine in your connections and commit yourself to being a humble lifelong learner. Those with more experience are usually willing to answer questions, as long as they are asked in the right context. In this relationship-driven industry, your character matters as much, if not more, than your portfolio.” - Jay Bendlin, Team Photographer @atlantafalcons 👏👏👏 Follow @jaybendlinphoto and check out the link in our bio for more tips and advice from 25+ sports photographers and creatives! 🙌