Commercial Photographer for Businesses & Organisations UK
Yorkshire documentary photographer Nic Shuttleworth
Commercial photographer focussing on making authentic images with a photojournalist approach.
I work with companies, organisations and agencies to create authentic corporate and commercial photography that feels genuine, considered and on-brand.
With my extensive background working in design and advertising as an art director, I have an excellent understanding of the needs of brands from a photography perspective. Whether you’re capturing your team, workplace, a company event or client-facing story, I bring a documentary-style approach to business visual storytelling.
What makes me different as a photographer?
20+ years experience working in design and advertising agencies, collaborating with clients and creative teams
Worked with a wide range of global and independent clients across multiple sectors including; Channel 4 Television, Google, Coca Cola, Diageo and University of the Arts London…
Deep understanding of creative briefs and visual direction
Comfortable working with creative directors, art directors, copywriters and producers, delivering to brand guidelines and campaign timelines
Excellent understanding of the needs of brands to tell a good story, how these stories are built, and the creative process behind them.
Ideal for businesses who …
Want to bring their internal culture, people and processes to life visually.
Need content for marketing, annual reports, internal comms or PR.
Are planning an event, launch or corporate story and want a photographer who works with agencies or in-house teams seamlessly.
Prefer authentic, documentary-style photography over staged, predictable corporate shoots.
Let’s work together
I’m based in Yorkshire but work throughout the UK. If you’d like to discuss a corporate or commercial photography project, whether it’s a single event, brand story or ongoing visual library, get in touch and let’s explore how we can tell your business story.
About commercial photographer Nic Shuttleworth?
I have 20+ years experience working within design and advertising agencies – collaborating with agencies and creative teams on campaigns for brands including Channel 4 Television, Google, Coca Cola, Diageo, Icebreaker, Salomon and University of the Arts London… This has given me an excellent understanding of the needs of brands to tell a good story, how these stories are built, and the creative process behind them.
I’ve worked alongside art directors, designers, copywriters and producers to turn ideas into visuals that feel authentic and on-brand. Specialising as a UK brand photographer now, I bring that same understanding to every shoot – creating authentic imagery that supports the creative direction and connects with real audiences on a deeper level.
My work has recently been selected as a winner in the Portrait of Britain by the British Journal of Photography, selected by Vogue, published by Shutterhub & Bluecoat Press and won many international awards. You’re in safe hands lets say!
Types of commercial brand photography available (but not limited to):
Team portraits & leadership headshots – relaxed, authentic and in-context.
Workplace & environment imagery – behind the scenes, factory floors, offices, sites, processes.
Corporate events & gatherings – launches, away-days, conferences, sports coverage, client events.
Client-stories & case-studies – visuals for websites, reports, PR and social media.
Whether you’re looking for one-off coverage or a visual library built over time, I tailor the shoot to your brief and brand style.
Are you a small / independent business looking for brand photography?
For small businesses, independents and creatives, I create natural, story-led brand photography that shows the real people behind the work. Honest, relaxed and true to your brand — perfect for websites, social media and marketing.
Are you a creative agency looking for a freelance photographer?
I work with design and advertising agencies to create authentic, story-driven photography for brand campaigns. My approach is documentary in style — capturing real people and genuine moments that bring creative ideas to life.
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