Photojournalism Courses and Certifications

Your Photojournalism Survival Kit

40 ratings at CreativeLive

Essential skills for photojournalists: story identification, planning, budgeting, pitching, and adapting to challenges. Learn from Ron Haviv's experiences to build a successful career in visual storytelling.

• CreativeLive
• 4 hours 12 minutes
• On-Demand
• Paid Course

Storytelling & Photojournalism

14 ratings at CreativeLive

Storytelling & Photojournalism with Deanne Fitzmaurice

• CreativeLive
• 1 hour 42 minutes
• On-Demand
• Paid Course

Confronting Choice in Your Photojournalism Career

1 rating at CreativeLive

Confronting Choice in Your Photojournalism Career with Gary Knight

• CreativeLive
• 1 hour 26 minutes
• On-Demand
• Paid Course

Humanity, Dignity & Resilience in Photojournalism

2 ratings at CreativeLive

Humanity, Dignity & Resilience in Photojournalism with Lynsey Addario, Kenna Klosterman

• CreativeLive
• 59 minutes
• On-Demand
• Paid Course

Learning Photojournalism and Photo Essays

55 ratings at LinkedIn Learning

Photojournalist Paul Taggart outlines the fundamentals of shooting a photo essay, from how to think about telling a story photographically to how to present your final photo story.

• LinkedIn Learning
• 1 hour 38 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Trial Available

Ethics of Photojournalism - Exploring Exploitation and Truth in Visual Storytelling

1 review

Explore the ethical challenges in photojournalism, focusing on exploitation and misrepresentation. Examine the famous case of Sharbat Gula to understand the importance of context and complete storytelling in visual journalism.

• YouTube
• 11 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

The Faces of War - A Glimpse Through Photojournalism

Veteran photojournalist Paul Conroy shares gripping experiences from Syria, highlighting photography's power in documenting conflicts and the crucial role of journalists in revealing war's human stories and combating misinformation.

• YouTube
• 19 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Breaking the Cycle of Poverty Through Photojournalism

Renowned photographer GMB Akash shares how his photojournalism uplifts individuals from poverty, showcasing the transformative power of visual storytelling and inspiring action for positive change.

• YouTube
• 17 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Visual Storytelling: Why We Shoot

20 ratings at CreativeLive

Visual Storytelling: Why We Shoot with Ron Haviv, Ed Kashi

• CreativeLive
• 2 hours 54 minutes
• On-Demand
• Paid Course

In Focus: Can We Be Objective Observers?

10 ratings at CreativeLive

In Focus: Can We Be Objective Observers? with Deanne Fitzmaurice

• CreativeLive
• 36 minutes
• On-Demand
• Paid Course

Family Photography: Photojournalism in the Home

188 ratings at CreativeLive

Family Photography: Photojournalism in the Home with Kirsten Lewis

• CreativeLive
• 9 hours 52 minutes
• On-Demand
• Paid Course

Wedding Photojournalism

14 ratings at CreativeLive

Master the art of wedding photojournalism with Joe Buissink. Learn techniques for capturing authentic moments, from preparation to reception, and gain insights on lighting, posing, and storytelling through real-time wedding coverage.

• CreativeLive
• 11 hours 39 minutes
• On-Demand
• Paid Course

CEC;  Pondicherry University

Photojournalism

31 reviews

Learn digital photography and photojournalism from experienced professionals. Master camera techniques, composition, lighting, and ethics. Develop storytelling skills and prepare for a career in visual journalism.

• Swayam
• 15 weeks
• Finished
• Free Online Course

TED

My Photographs Bear Witness - War Photography and Digital Innovation

Powerful war photography presentation showcasing lifelong work, exploring global conflicts, health crises, and social issues. Photographer seeks innovative ways to continue storytelling in the digital era.

• YouTube
• 24 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Royal Holloway, University of London;  University of London

Film, Images & Historical Interpretation in the 20th Century: The Camera Never Lies

13 reviews

Explore the use of images and film in historical interpretation in the 20th century. Understand the significance and limitations of photographs as historical evidence. Learn how images can be manipulated and put into a wider context.

• Coursera
• 21 hours
• On-Demand
• Paid Course