From the UNP Picture Desk
For Photographers – Working With UNP
Editorial photography · Real assignments · Long-term relationships
Most of our photographers are introduced once — and stay for years.
The careers UNP photographers build with us are based on long-term, professional relationships with a national press, PR and corporate photography agency based in the UK.
This page is for freelance photographers and drone operators interested in working with UNP.
Our approach to UNP photographers
UNP specialises in people-focused, editorial-led photography.
Typical work includes:
- Press & editorial stills for news and features
- PR campaigns, launches and photocalls
- Corporate & executive portraits
- Conferences, awards & business events
- Healthcare, education, retail & public sector stories
- Drone stills/video (CAA-licensed)
Reliability and professionalism are essential.
Careers UNP photographers – who we work with
We align best with photographers who:
- Have PR, editorial or corporate experience
- Work confidently with people under time pressure
- Deliver clean, structured imagery
- Understand brand sensitivity & communication needs
- Work calmly with CEOs, ministers & the public
- Turn edits around promptly
Drone operators must hold valid CAA certification.
UNP is a press, PR & corporate photography agency.
UNP focuses exclusively on press, PR and corporate photography.
What we expect
We look for photographers who are:
- Professional & reliable
- Punctual and well-organised
- Comfortable with briefs & client expectations
- Experienced in people-centred editorial/PR
- Competent with editing & captioning
- Fast with digital delivery
Portfolio guidelines
- A website link with real editorial/PR/corporate work
- People-focused photography
- Real assignments preferred over test shoots
- Drone operators: sample aerials + certification
Please avoid social-only portfolios (Instagram/TikTok).
How to introduce your work
Send your portfolio link to:
Email: portfolio@unp.co.uk
Our Picture Desk reviews portfolios periodically.
Learn more via the UNP home page and our photography services.
Internships & assisting
UNP cannot offer:
- Work experience
- Internships
- Assisting roles
A note to all photographers
We are a small, friendly Picture Desk — we value strong imagery and clear communication.
For wider industry context, see: Press Gazette, NUJ, BPPA.
Ready for your next story?
Let’s work together.
Share your brief with our central Picture Desk and we’ll match it to the right photographer, location and timing – then manage everything from first call to final, press-ready delivery.