EPA Academy: Advanced Programme in International News Photography 2026/27

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The EPA Academy’s Advanced Programme in International News Photography 2026/27 is now open for applications.

With over 40 years of history, EPA Images is one of the world’s largest and most respected news photo agencies. Join the EPA Academy to learn from industry leaders and gain practical experience at the heart of global photojournalism.

Our 12-month training programme is designed for emerging photographers aspiring to specialize in the dynamic field of news photography. It provides in-depth instruction in essential technical, journalistic, and photo editing skills.

The programme culminates in a two-month professional training, offering participants the opportunity to work under real-world conditions, refine their portfolios, and receive personalized guidance from experienced professionals.

Further information can be found ​here.​​​

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Admission Requirements

1. Interest in Journalism and Media:

- Applicants should demonstrate a clear interest in journalism, media, and visual storytelling.

2. Advanced Photography Skills:

- A solid foundation in photography is required, including technical knowledge of camera operation.

- Professional experience is not mandatory.

- Applicants must submit 10-12 photographs showcasing their previous photography work. The images should reflect strong technical and creative skills, with attention to composition, lighting, storytelling, and the ability to capture diverse contexts.

3. English Language Proficiency:

- The programme is conducted in English.

- A minimum recommended level of B1 (intermediate) is advised to follow the content effectively.

4. Required Equipment:

- Applicants must own a digital camera (DSLR or mirrorless) suitable for news photography.

Why us?

About us

The European Pressphoto Agency B.V. (EPA Images) was founded in 1984 by seven European news agencies motivated by what they saw as a lack of alternatives to the British/American-centric picture services offered at the time.            
            
In early 2003 EPA Images successfully made its service available to the worldwide market, beginning its global operations. In 2014 EPA Images also launched a global video service. Along with the coverage from its shareholder countries, EPA Images has expanded its service to include its own coverage of North America, the Middle East, Africa, and Asia. It also relies on suppliers to cover Latin America (via Agencia EFE), the Nordic countries and Oceania.            

With headquarters in Frankfurt am Main, EPA Images has a permanent network of over 100 visual journalists worldwide and an extensive list of regular stringers.

The photo and video production is supported by photo and video editors in Tokyo, Bangkok, Frankfurt, Madrid, Cairo, Washington and Los Angeles, while EPA’s current Sales and Business Development team is spread across multiple locations globally.