Behind The Lens

Sports Creative · Lincoln, NE

Eli Larson

The Photographer

I'm Eli Larson, a sports photographer and videographer based in Lincoln, Nebraska with over five years of experience in sports media. I specialize in telling stories and creating engaging content under tight deadlines. Currently the Head Photographer for Nebraska Men's Basketball and Social Media Manager for Nebraska Track & Field, alongside contract work as a Content Producer for Hurrdat Sports. Skilled in Adobe Creative Suite, social media management, and video editing, I bring a fast, adaptable approach to every project.

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Years Experience

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Sports Covered

2023 — Present

Head PhotographerMen’s Basketball

University of Nebraska Athletics (Huskers)

I lead photography for Nebraska Men’s Basketball, capturing game-day photo and video content that reaches over 250K followers. I work closely with the creative staff on content strategy and deliver time-sensitive edits during live events.

2023 — Present

Social Media ManagerTrack & Field

University of Nebraska Athletics (Huskers)

I run the social accounts for Nebraska Track & Field—planning content calendars, shooting meets and practices, and turning raw footage into polished posts that build the program’s brand.

2026 — Present

Content ProducerContract

Hurrdat Sports

I produce sports content for Hurrdat Sports on a contract basis, bringing photography and video coverage to their projects alongside my work with Nebraska Athletics.

2021 — Present

Freelance Sports Photographer

Self-Employed

I provide professional photography for sporting events and athletic portraits, managing every step from shoot to delivery while building long-term relationships with coaches, athletes, and organizations.

Education

University of Nebraska–Lincoln

Advertising & PR
2024–2028

Certifications

FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate

OSHA 10-Hour Training

Skills

Photography

Photography, Portrait Photography, Event Coverage

Video

Videography, Video Editing

Post-Production

Adobe Lightroom, Photoshop, Premiere Pro, After Effects, Color Grading

Content & Social

Social Media, Content Creation