Photojournalism is an exciting field that uses images to tell a news story. If you’re a practicing photographer, have you considered diversifying into photojournalism?

This course will give you an introduction to the techniques and approaches specific to media photography. People working in the media in other roles will also gain an understanding of the role of photography.

Areas covered include:

• finding story ideas
• sourcing information via publications, internet, interview and location scouting
• scrutinising media outlets for ideas and potential clients

• photographic kit
• liaison with clients and subjects
• preparing shot list

• shot types and techniques for newspaper and magazine photography
• ensuring thorough coverage and dynamic compositions

• Photoshop techniques
• archiving

Career strategies

• opportunities within the media
• building a career

With the explosion of new media, there are more opportunities than ever to explore a career in photojournalism.

Course Cancellation or Postponement

Courses with low enrolments may be cancelled or delayed. You will be notified of this 48 hours prior to course commencement.