Photojournalism employs images to tell a news or feature story. Whether you want to pursue photojournalism as a career or want to be a ‘citizen’ journalist, this course will help you capture a moment in time through powerful imagery. This course is ideal for novice photographers with moderate computer skills.
Step into the exciting world of photojournalism with our course, Introduction to Photojournalism. This online professional development program provides the knowledge and skills required to capture, publish, and submit photos for publication online or in print.
Introduction to Photojournalism begins with an overview of photojournalism, ethical frameworks, and its evolution through technological advancements and the contributions of influential figures. You will learn about ethical dilemmas photojournalists face and how to generate ideas for photo stories.
You will also learn to develop photo essays that effectively narrate stories, enhancing your visual and textual storytelling abilities. The course concludes with a focus on the professional aspects of photojournalism, including career pathways, copyright issues, and portfolio development.
On completing this course, you will have gained the foundation knowledge and skills that will set you on the path to a career as a photojournalist.
Printed learning materials may be available free to print for this course. Requests can be made by contacting us.
