Monday, April 13, 2009

Interview with Jeff Vanderford

1. Q: How long have you been a sports photographer?
    A: 10 years.

2. Q: Where was your first job? How did you get it?
    A: "The Journal" of Friday Harbor. Started writing as a columnist, sports guy quit, Jeff got hired.

3. Q: Do you have any favorite stories?
    A: Stories about kids overcoming challenges.

4. Q: What kind of education do you need to be a sports photographer?
    A: Have to graduate from a college, helps if you go to a school of journalism

5. Q: Is there a least favorite part of your job?
    A: Standing on the sidelines, while it's raining just to get a story and pictures.

6. Q: Is there a favorite part of your job?
    A: Having a really cool picture in the paper, and knowing everyone is going to see it.

7. Q: How long does it take to write an article?
    A: On average, about 1-2 hours.

8. Q: What kind of equipment do you use? Do you pay for it, or does the employer?
    A: I use a Cannon 30D, with a long lens, it's the company's. Always keep a notepad and pen/pencil. Employer pays for equipment.

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