Behind every compelling story of the Texas State Guard (TXSG – State Defense Force) stands an extraordinary group of individuals—the Public Affairs Team. Renowned as one of the finest Public Affairs teams in the nation, they are masters of capturing the essence of the Guard’s service and dedication to the Lone Star State. Their unparalleled ability to highlight the Guard’s mission has made them a digital powerhouse, boasting one of the largest social media presences among State Defense Forces. Through stunning imagery and engaging storytelling, they ensure that the efforts of Texas State Guardsmen are celebrated and understood by the public.
The team’s expertise goes beyond social media. Their photographs and stories encapsulate the spirit of the Guard, bringing training exercises, emergency response missions, and community support efforts to life. Recently, the Public Affairs Team proved their commitment to excellence by hosting an outdoor digital imaging workshop to further hone their skills. This session, held on November 9, 2024, at Arbor Hills Nature Preserve in Plano, Texas, exemplifies their dedication to professional growth. Led by 2nd Lt. Jeremy Stark, Deputy Public Affairs Officer, and Pfc. Bryan Sather, the workshop focused on teaching fundamental photography techniques and creating compelling visuals. Participants, including Public Affairs specialists and Guardsmen with a passion for photography, learned to capture powerful images that align with the Guard’s mission of service to Texas.
This workshop underscores the importance of visual storytelling in showcasing the Guard’s impact and inspiring public support. As the Texas State Guard continues to serve the state in diverse capacities, its Public Affairs Team remains a vital force, ensuring that every story, every mission, and every Guardsman’s contribution is told through the lens of excellence.
Telling the Texas State Guard Story Through the Lens: Texas State Guardsmen from 1st Brigade Public Affairs and those with a passion for photography recently attended an outdoor digital imaging workshop at Arbor Hills Nature Preserve in Plano, Texas, November 9, 2024. Led by 2Lt. Jeremy Stark, Deputy Public Affairs Officer, and Pfc. Bryan Sather, the session focused on basic photography skills and crafting compelling visuals to engage viewers. These enhanced storytelling abilities help Guardsmen capture powerful imagery that supports the Texas State Guard mission and highlights service to the Lone Star State. #AlwaysReady#TXSG#PublicAffairs#TexansServingTexas
Source: Texas State Guard
