“Brad is one of the most well-known names in photo circles, and he didn’t get there by accident. He combines innate creative vision with a deep knowledge of every aspect of the photography business. Working with Brad is always a professional, well-organized and enjoyable experience.”

Rod Mar, Seattle Seahawks team photographer and Nikon Ambassador
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“Simply put, Brad is the consummate professional. Few people have the ability to tell you your flaws while explaining why and how you can be better. Brad has an unparalleled body of work and experience, but presents it in a manner that anyone can relate. With a calming presence, he can make anyone a better professional if they want to be.”

Chris Steppig, Owner/Workshop Director of Summit Workshops
photographyatthesummit.com

“Clarity; having clarity provides creative entrepreneurs with the confidence to effectively move forward with their business growth and development. Working with Brad Smith provided the most valuable clarity that I needed. In working with Brad I was able to curate a highly marketable portfolio, get that portfolio into the hands of the photo editors and art directors I dreamed of and landed the best jobs I had ever earned in my career. Creatives who work with Brad will get the absolutely clarity, dedication, support and guidance to create one definite outcome - success!”

James Patrick, Internationally Published Photographer with more than 500 published magazine covers
jamespatrick.com

“I am so grateful to have had the pleasure of working with Brad when I was the head of PR and Communications at the XFL. Photography was such a critical piece in helping get our start-up football league off the ground and into the hearts and minds of sports fans everywhere. Brad built our photo department from the ground up - from developing our visual standards to hiring an army of the best sports photographers I've ever worked with. Literally, every single photographer that Brad hired, in every instance, was so incredibly talented and we had more than enough incredible imagery to work with and provide our partners and the media. I always knew that no matter what, if Brad was in the driver's seat, I had absolutely nothing to worry about. He's highly dependable and a total pleasure to work with. Many thanks Brad for all of your guidance and leadership during my 18 months at the XFL. Till the next time!”

Stephanie Rudnick, SVP, Head of Communications and Media Relations for the XFL
stephrudnick.com

“Do you have what it takes to work with Brad Smith? It’s a serious question. I have had the pleasure of working with and for him in two incarnations. The first as a photographer, the second as a picture editor and here’s the secret to working with Brad. Make sure you have done your homework on your project, you better know your subject-inside and out. You better be prepared to work and I mean WORK! This is a talented visionary who expects your best because he brings his best to the table, every day. I am a better photographer and picture editor for having Brad in my life. Are you up to the challenge? Trust me, it will be worth it. No wimps need apply. Extra points if you have a wicked sense of humor to match his.”

Jose R. Lopez, former staff photographer and editor, The New York Times, former picture editor, The XFL football league
whythisimage.com

“After getting to work with Brad on a project, I understand why he has been invaluable to the industry for so many years. He has an unparalleled eye in assessing talent, project direction, and seeing multi divisional executions through. After working with a quality professional team, there is no greater understanding of how important a tenured creative consultant is. If pitched a project in the future in which Brad was on board, it would be an immediate yes for me, as I know it would be a well developed, well executed, transformative creative endeavor.”

Carmen Mandato, Tampa Bay Vipers team photographer
carmenmandato.com