I’m Paul Cooper — a sports advertising photographer based in Manchester working across the UK and internationally.

I shoot commercial and editorial campaigns for global brands, teams and agencies — work that needs to deliver under pressure, on location, and at scale.

Most of my work is built around strong, controlled portraiture — keeping the focus on the athlete and the detail that makes them different.

I’ve delivered campaigns for brands including Nike, Pepsi, Hublot and New Balance, and worked with clubs such as Manchester United, Manchester City and Liverpool FC. Along the way, I’ve photographed some of the most recognisable names in sport — including Usain Bolt, Erling Haaland, Mo Salah and Anthony Joshua.

Each project is built properly from the ground up. From initial concept through to full production, I can handle every stage — stills and motion — with a consistent visual language and a clear campaign focus.

Whether shooting on-location at international stadiums or within a controlled studio environment, my technical expertise in lighting and composition ensures every frame meets the demands of modern OOH, digital, and print advertising.

For world-class sports advertising photography in the UK, I can provide the vision and professional infrastructure to deliver results at the highest level.

Selected stories from recent shoots — how the work gets made — can be found in Behind the Shoot.

If you’ve got a strong brief, or something that needs to stand out, get in touch.

• paul@pcooperphoto.com 07715 556891

  Production Approach

  Alongside photography, projects are approached with a strong understanding of commercial production and the demands of working across sport, advertising and branded content.

  Experienced working with athletes, clubs, agencies and commercial partners across fast-paced shoots ranging from portrait sessions through to larger campaign productions. Whether on location, within live sporting environments or working to tight schedules, productions are handled with a calm, collaborative and adaptable approach.

  From lighting coordination and creative collaboration through to stills + motion capture and post-production delivery, the focus is always on creating authentic, high-quality imagery with an efficient and professional workflow throughout.

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