Nigil Crawford is a photographer, visual storyteller, and photo editor whose work spans sports, entertainment, editorial, and commercial media. As a Photo Editor at the National Basketball Association, he helps shape and curate visual content that captures the energy, culture, and global impact of professional basketball. His expertise in visual storytelling combines a keen editorial eye with years of hands-on experience behind the camera.
In addition to his role with the NBA, he is the founder of Nigil Crawford Photography, where he produces compelling imagery for brands, publications, athletes, entertainers, and cultural organizations. Throughout his career, he has worked with leading media and entertainment companies including REVOLT, BET Networks, Nickelodeon, Good Morning America, Fox, CNN, Soho Works, and much more.
Known for creating authentic, impactful visuals, his portfolio includes portrait photography, editorial campaigns, sports coverage, and cultural events. His work reflects a commitment to documenting people, communities, and moments with creativity, purpose, and attention to detail.
Based in New York, Nigil continues to build a career at the intersection of photography, media production, and visual journalism, using imagery to tell stories that resonates with different audiences.