Things People Don’t Know About The Job Everyone always says be prepared as a photographer your preparedness builds over time. Sports games are sometimes cold and rainy. Having the right gear for you and your equipment is vital. I would rather be layered up and ready for anything than sitting in a hoodie and freezing. I might look silly putting on rain covers for my camera when it’s sprinkling but at least I know that the camera is protected and I don’t have to keep drying it off after every play.