photo opportunity

American  

noun

1. a brief period set aside for the media to take photographs of a high government official or celebrity, usually immediately before or after a newsworthy event.

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photo opportunity British  

noun

1. an opportunity, either preplanned or accidental, for the press to photograph a politician, celebrity, or event

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Etymology

Origin of photo opportunity

First recorded in 1975–80

Example Sentences

The informant testified that marching from the Washington Monument to the Capitol appeared to be a photo opportunity for the Proud Boys.

From Seattle Times

There are agreements to be signed, meals to be had, photo opportunities to be staged.

From BBC

As photo opportunities go, knocking down a pile of blue boxes with an orange mallet wasn't exactly subtle.

From BBC

On Friday, the center plans to hold a fundraiser that will see food trucks donate their profits and a reptile expert offer photo opportunities.

From Washington Post

Medalists now have a 30-second photo opportunity after the gold medalist’s national anthem is played to remove their masks while staying on their own podium step.

From Seattle Times