TIM BATES has quickly become a dominant and noted figure in capturing and documenting the essence of athletic performance through his photography. He lives and thrives in the trenches among the sport’s participants and in doing so has become respected by a vast number of the photography community.

It’s this inside view, understanding, and commitment to the athletes that enables Tim to consistently create unique photographs that are not only visually stunning, but serve to tell the story.

His photographs have been featured in numerous publications throughout the world.

PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATIONS AND ASSIGNMENTS

Tim is a long standing Professional Sports Photographer 

Member of the National Press Photographer's Association.

Canon Professional Services.

Sports Photographer for the Hockey Hall of Fame.


CURRENT ASSIGNMENTS:

Director of Photography for the Ontario Junior Hockey League.

Director of Digital Content Management, Ontario Junior Hockey League

Director of Photography for the Canadian Junior Hockey League’s Central Canadian Championship.

Director of Photography Special Events for the Ontario Hockey Association.


BIOGRAPHICAL:

National Hockey League Combines - Photographer

Director of Photography and Digital Content Imagery - Hockey Night In Canada's Play On!

World Cup Lacrosse Team USA, U19 - Photographer

Lacrosse Magazine -Photographer

Brooklin Lacrosse Club - Director of Photography

Major Series Lacrosse - Photographer

Canadian Junior Hockey League Prospect Game - Director of Photography

Team Canada East Selection Camp - Photographer

Central Canada Cup - Director of Photography 

Eastern Canada Cup Director of Photography

2013 World Cup Lacrosse - Director of Photography 

Hockey Canada World Junior "A" Challenge - Photographer  

Expert instructor in Photomechanic  workflow management

Liaison Opendorse Software System - NIL OJHL

OTHER:

Tim resides with his wife in Clarington, Ontario Canada.  

CONTACT Tim Bates

dopojhli@gmail.com   |   289-231-4859

Twitter: @ojhlimages

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