Franchising details
About DE Photo
DE Photo is the UK and Ireland’s largest event photography company specializing in school, sport, corporate, and other events. Established in 2002, the company has built an outstanding reputation by providing print-on-site event photography with a proven and scalable business model. DE Photo’s franchise network covers a diverse portfolio of over 50 different sports and events, servicing more than a thousand children’s sports and dance clubs as well as over 500 schools.
The company boasts an impressive digital archive of over 60 million photos spanning two decades, available for online ordering. This extensive photo library and established customer base support franchisees in generating continuous after-event sales, handled centrally by the Head Office, reducing franchisees’ administrative overhead.
Franchise Opportunity
A DE Photo franchise provides entrepreneurs an exclusive territory to run their own business in the lucrative sports and event photography market. The franchise model is designed for individuals without prior photography experience but who have a passion for photography and business acumen, which DE Photo helps develop through expert training and ongoing operational support.
Franchisees benefit from a low-overhead, mobile business model with immediate payment at events, eliminating invoicing and ensuring efficient cash flow. The franchisor supplies extensive training, back-office support, and access to proprietary technology, enabling franchisees to focus on delivering excellent customer service and growing their client base.
Support and Benefits
DE Photo provides full, comprehensive training from day one, including business setup, photography techniques, event management, and customer relations, ensuring franchisees are well-prepared to succeed. Continuous support includes network access, system updates, and marketing guidance informed by over two decades of operational excellence.
This support, combined with the franchise’s established market position and exclusive territories, offers excellent potential for personal growth, financial freedom, and a rewarding lifestyle.
Franchise costs and details
Training and support
Comprehensive training and full ongoing support are provided from day one, covering photography skills, business setup, event management, and customer service, enabling franchisees without prior experience to succeed.


