Hire Me

50+

events captured

250,000

photos edited & delivered

2,100

cosplayers photographed in 2024

Hi, I'm Stefan, also known online as Hover Media. I'm a professional photographer based in the North East of England, specialising in event and cosplay photography.

With over 50 events under my belt, I have honed my skills in capturing the unique moments that make your event unforgettable. From comic cons and cosplay conventions to LARP and renaissance faires, I know exactly what it takes to create stunning images that truly reflect the energy and excitement of geek culture.

I take pride in being quick, efficient, and unobtrusive, delivering top-quality photos that will elevate your event’s content and social media presence. My services are fully customisable to meet your needs, ensuring that you get exactly what you want.

WHAT I OFFER..

Services tailored to your event

Full-Day Event Coverage
I’ll be there from start to finish, even if the event runs late into the evening.
Candid & Themed Photography

I'm the king of candid moments that show the true spirit of your event. Themed shoots with unique props create memorable photos that attendees love to share.

Behind the Scenes

Connect with your audience with a glimpse behind the curtain. BTS offers a level of intimacy with your audience whilst remaining professional.

Premium Digital Album

Have a dedicated bespoke digital album that’s easy to view online and optionally share with attendees to download photos.

Clunky USB sticks, Google Drive & WeTransfer links are thing of the past (unless you want them of course!).

Instant Printing

Add an extra touch to your event with instant photo printing. Attendees can take home memories from your event, creating lasting impressions.

Live Streaming

Share key moments such as stage events with a wider audience. Livestreamed content is ideal material aimed at potential customers considering attending future events.

WHY CHOOSE ME?

Not your average event photographer...

  • Tailored to Cosplay: I specialise in comic cons, cosplay events, and other geek-centric gatherings. A generic event photographer isn't aware of concepts such as 'cosplay is not consent', 'con crunch', 'cross play' & 'cosplay meetups'.
  • Professional & Approachable: I pride myself on being easy to work with and putting everyone at ease, from event organisers to attendees.
  • High-Quality Work: With meticulous attention to detail, I ensure that each photo I take meets the highest standards, creating images you can use for marketing, social media, or your event’s archives.
  • Speed & Efficiency: I deliver your photos promptly, so you don’t have to wait long to showcase your event.

WHAT THEY SAY...

Don’t just take my word for it—here’s what others have said:

Event Organisers

Event organisers

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Event Attendees

Attendees

spider_mando

@hovermediacosplay's gallery is here and it's something I'm honoured to be a part of!

Wanted to say a massive thank you to Hover, your patience and professionalism was second to none. Insanely kind and helpful the whole weekend and you passion truly shines in your work!

Abi

@hovermediacosplay doing gods work, taking unreal pictures and supplying the goods.

Baron

Thank You @hovermediacosplay for the most amazing day shooting at the lakes!!! Always such an amazing person to work with!

Holly

Guys I'm so excited to show you these photos @overmediacosplay absolutely cooked

Scrappy

I cannot get over how much I love these photos! Pure artistry as always - thank you!

Elenicosp

Thank you so much to the incredible @hovermediacosplay for shooting with me & petal. These turned out amazing and I'm super impressed as always.

Wardcter

It's always nice to catch up with Hover at the end of a con, he always puts so much into it.

Himbro_cosplays

PICS JSUT DROPPED AND THEY ARE FIREEE

missviolet01

Just got my pictures back from @hovermediacosplay and I am screaming, I am in love with these.

milkyzaurus

Another incredible tog, so friendly and approachable and his pics are fireeeeee.

aelianareis.cos

Thank you @hovermediacosplay for capturing my most proud cosplay moment.

Pricing & Availability

Pricing is simple and transparent. I offer a flat day rate with no hidden fees, I always ensure you get excellent value for your investment.

If you're looking for something beyond my standard offerings, or to hire a larger team of photographers and videographers, just let me know! I can customise packages based on your event's unique needs.

Let's talk

I’d love to help make your event unforgettable. Whether you’re planning a comic con, cosplay convention, or any other themed gathering, I’m here to provide professional photography that’s efficient, creative, and stress-free.

I’d love to help make your event unforgettable. Whether you’re planning a comic con, cosplay convention, or any other themed gathering, I’m here to provide professional photography that’s efficient, creative, and stress-free.