Gavin Andrews
London
Summary
Creative media professional and photographer specialising in sports, with experience across portraiture, events, promotional content and social media. Skilled in video direction, editing and content creation, working with a diverse range of clients including athletes, musicians and children.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
School Photographer
Pret-a-Portrait
London
06.2026 - Current
- Photograph pupils and staff in a professional school environment, capturing high-quality individual and group portraits.
- Work efficiently in high-volume photography sessions, maintaining consistent image quality throughout the day.
- Organised and managed large groups of pupils effectively, ensuring smooth and timely photography sessions.
- Work sensitively and patiently with pupils with additional needs and disabilities, adapting communication, direction and photography techniques to help each child feel comfortable and achieve a positive experience in front of the camera.
- Communicated confidently with children of all ages, fostering a comfortable and relaxed atmosphere for photography.
- Operated independently across various schools, ensuring a professional and approachable presence.
Videographer/Photographer
Walking Kings
London
12.2025 - Current
- Filmed comprehensive event coverage and full-length video episodes that highlighted fighters, kits, and brand activity, contributing to audience engagement
- Produced engaging videography and photography for boxing merch and custom kit brand, enhancing brand visibility at multiple live events
- Captured compelling product-focused photography that showcased custom boxing kits and fashion pieces, aligning with brand's aesthetic
- Worked closely with the brand to capture content aligned with its visual identity and promotional goals
Event Photographer
This Girl Can Box
London
11.2025 - Current
- Captured dynamic in-ring action at female-only boxing event
- Operated ringside in fast-paced environment, documenting critical moments of the bouts
- Adjusted to venue layout and event flow, securing optimal angles for impactful shots
Event Photographer
Fightzumi League
London
11.2025 - 12.2025
- Delivered backstage and in-ring photography for a live boxing league, capturing fighter portraits pre-bout and high-intensity action during fights
- Worked ringside and backstage under time-critical conditions to produce highlight imagery for selected fighters
- Positioned myself strategically at key moments during events
- Coordinated with event staff and multiple media teams to maintain workflow and avoid coverage conflicts
Photographer/Videographer
The Roxy London
London Soho
10.2025 - 11.2025
- Captured dynamic live performances in low-light environments, adjusting to rapid lighting and movement changes
- Delivered consistent, usable images under unpredictable live event conditions
- Crafted compositions with ambient and stage lighting, conveying atmosphere and highlighting key moments
- Navigated crowded venues discreetly, ensuring minimal disruption to performers and audiences
Event Photographer
Clash
London, Brixton
10.2025 - Current
- Photographed live combat sports events, delivering dynamic visuals that showcased athlete performance
- Captured fast-paced action in high-pressure environments, ensuring critical moments were documented
- Edited and delivered images promptly, meeting tight post-event deadlines to support marketing efforts
Event Photographer
The Apex Games - Sponsored By Nike
London
10.2025 - Current
- Captured dynamic images during Nike-sponsored Apex Games event
- Managed low-light conditions using flash and adaptive techniques
- Captured fast-paced fitness action under live event pressure
Production Assistant
Notting Hill Carnival 2024
London
08.2024 - 08.2024
- Managed live broadcast operations, coordinating with camera operators and switching between camera views in real-time to ensure dynamic, engaging coverage of the event.
- Ensured seamless audio production by setting up microphones for presenters and maintaining optimal audio levels during live broadcasts, contributing to a high-quality viewer experience.
- Collaborated with technical teams to ensure smooth functionality of all equipment, maintaining uninterrupted production flow throughout the event.
- Organised equipment logistics by ensuring charged camera batteries were readily available, preventing delays in live broadcast.
- Assisted in production of high-visibility project, contributing to engagement of over 1 million attendees and thousands of online viewers.
Ground Maintenance
Idverde
London, Greater London
09.2017 - 08.2024
- Performed edging, pruning, weeding, grass cutting, and hedge maintenance while ensuring safe handling of hazardous chemicals.
- Utilised a range of powered and unpowered tools for appropriate tasks, ensuring proper maintenance during and after use.
- Led small team, maintaining high standards of ground maintenance work.
Education
BTEC Diploma Level 2 -
Creative Media Production
GCSEs - A - D in English, Math, Science, Media, Drama and Geography
Skills
- Event photography & videography
- Dynamic action photography & videography
- Group photography
- Camera operation
- promotional social media content
- Versatile lens usage
- Image post-processing
- Photography equipment management
- Photographed for a major boxing league
- Promoted to Head Photographer for the Clash Fighting League
- Team leadership and supervisory skills
Portfolio
https://www.linkedin.com/in/gavin-andrews-9a786417b/
https://www.instagram.com/framesbygav/
Timeline
School Photographer
Pret-a-Portrait
06.2026 - Current
Videographer/Photographer
Walking Kings
12.2025 - Current
Event Photographer
This Girl Can Box
11.2025 - Current
Event Photographer
Fightzumi League
11.2025 - 12.2025
Photographer/Videographer
The Roxy London
10.2025 - 11.2025
Event Photographer
Clash
10.2025 - Current
Event Photographer
The Apex Games - Sponsored By Nike
10.2025 - Current
Production Assistant
Notting Hill Carnival 2024
08.2024 - 08.2024
Ground Maintenance
Idverde
09.2017 - 08.2024
BTEC Diploma Level 2 -
Creative Media Production