BECOMING AN SoP

No one joins SOP. You become one

Becoming an SoP


Our path is reserved for those with the willingness to study and the determination to elevate the pride and class of photography. Those few who make up our ranks possess the knowledge and understanding of providing services of the highest standard.

It is better to lead from behind and to put others in front, especially when you celebrate victory when nice things occur. You take the front line when there is danger. Then people will appreciate your leadership.

Our path is reserved for those with the willingness to study and the determination to elevate the pride and class of photography. Those few who make up our ranks possess the knowledge and understanding of providing services of the highest standard. SoP Officers operate with honor in regards to all dealings with client and fellow Officers. In situation where help is needed most, SoP Officers respond appropriately and convincingly when called upon. Contacting your Selection Officer (SO) gives you direct access to a ranking Officer who has trained beside recruits and other Officers. Your SO possess the knowledge and experience to win for us all.

Strategic and knowledgeable SoP Officers undertake each mission earning the trust of their fellow Officers and the confidence of our entire academy-to win. SoP Officers learn and adopt cooperative skills that have been tried and proven in every operation this academy has undertaken. It is by facing, winning and learning throughout each operation that each SoP Officers develop their own leadership styles and adapt them to best suit the objectives of the operation.