Photography By Kat Acosta

Kat Acosta is a Southern California–based sports photographer specializing in dynamic action imagery and real-time digital content creation. She is currently pursuing a Bachelor of Arts in Journalism at California State University, Long Beach, where she serves as a Marketing Photography Intern for LBSU Athletics. In this role, she covers Division I programs, including soccer, softball, volleyball, basketball, water polo, tennis, and baseball, producing in-game coverage, pre-game features, and promotional visuals used across team social media and marketing platforms.
 

Beyond the university, she is a Freelance Assistant Team Photographer for Angel City Football Club, capturing Fan Fest activations, supporter energy, in-game moments, and club marketing assets. Since 2023, she has also contributed to Mosaic 1781, photographing game-day atmospheres, supporter sections, and fan experiences.

 

In 2025, she launched her own media outlet, Her Perspective Media, a platform dedicated to elevating women’s voices and coverage in sports. Through this outlet, she has photographed the LA Sparks and Angel City FC, expanding her reach in professional sports media.

 

Her freelance and contract work spans teams and organizations across the sports spectrum, including Oregon University, Orange County SC, Louisville City FC, Liga MX Femenil, USA Volleyball, and Penn State.

 

Previously, she also worked as a videographer and editor for the Drew League Foundation during the 2023 season and continues to run her independent brand, Photos By Kat Acosta.

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Guided by her love of storytelling, Kat uses her lens to celebrate athletes, communities, and the moments that define them.