IMP Course Overview

This certified course is marked as Essential/Professional. It provides fundamental knowledge that forms the basis of advanced practice. Even if you already work at a Professional or Expert level, revisiting the essentials often uncovers new approaches, overlooked techniques, or renewed clarity in your workflow.

Learn to tell the truth through images. This online course is designed for aspiring and early-career photographers who want to document the world with purpose, accuracy, and heart. Whether you're just beginning or returning to photography with a fresh perspective, this course will guide you through the essential skills and ethics of modern visual journalism.

The program is divided into six comprehensive modules, each focusing on a key area of photojournalism. Every module contains:

• Audio lessons — clear, engaging guidance you can listen to anywhere
• Three dedicated books: Course Overview, Personal Journal, and Field Tools
• Quizzes to test your knowledge
• Printable checklists and field templates for real-world assignments
• Practical examples and case studies to inspire your own work

We do not teach camera settings or basic composition — instead, we focus on practical, real-world skills, workflows, and decision-making used by working photojournalists. The materials are designed to help you act confidently in the field, approach subjects ethically, and build strong, story-driven portfolios.

The course concludes with a final exam, and upon successful completion, you’ll receive an official certificate recognizing your achievement.

Inside the course, you'll find:

• A clear breakdown of each module and what you'll learn
• Downloadable guides, field tools, and learning materials
• Space to track your progress and reflect on your development
• Final exam and certification details

Throughout the course, you’ll learn how to create compelling, story-driven images — while maintaining responsibility, integrity, and respect for your subjects and audience. This is more than a photography course. It’s your first step toward becoming a visual storyteller in today’s media landscape.

Note: The first complimentary module is available to all members as an introduction to photojournalism. To continue your learning journey and unlock the full course, please upgrade to an Academy Pass Membership.

Module 1
Introduction
to Visual Storytelling
Audio Lesson AL, ALB1, ALB2 (MP3)
Book A – BA - Course Materials (PDF)
Book B – BB - Personal Journal (PDF)
Book C – BC - Field Tools (PDF)

Module 2
Ethics & Responsibility
Audio Lesson AL, ALB1, ALB2 (MP3)
Book A – BA - Course Materials (PDF)
Book B – BB - Personal Journal (PDF)
Book C – BC - Field Tools (PDF)

Module 3
Framing the Narrative
Audio Lesson AL, ALB1, ALB2 (MP3)
Book A – BA - Course Materials (PDF)
Book B – BB - Personal Journal (PDF)
Book C – BC - Field Tools (PDF)

Module 4
Assignments & Fieldwork
Audio Lesson AL, ALB1, ALB2 (MP3)
Book A – BA - Course Materials (PDF)
Book B – BB - Personal Journal (PDF)
Book C – BC - Field Tools (PDF)

Module 5
Building Your Portfolio & Career
Audio Lesson AL, ALB1, ALB2 (MP3)
Book A – BA - Course Materials (PDF)
Book B – BB - Personal Journal (PDF)
Book C – BC - Field Tools (PDF)

Module 6
Field Safety & Mental Resilience
Audio Lesson AL, ALB1, ALB2 (MP3)
Book A – BA - Course Materials (PDF)
Book B – BB - Personal Journal (PDF)
Book C – BC - Field Tools (PDF)

FINAL EXAM
+ Certificate upon passing

Continuous Growth with Academy Pass

The Introduction to Modern Photojournalism course is just the foundation. What truly sets it apart is that it never stops growing. With an Academy Pass Membership, you don’t just unlock the full course — you step into a constantly expanding library of knowledge.

Every week, our Academy delivers fresh, exclusive materials for members:

• Bonus audio lessons (ALB1, ALB2) — deep dives, real-world dilemmas, and inspiring narratives you won’t find anywhere else.
• Printable resources — practical checklists, guides, and tools designed for real assignments.
• Special books and case studies — powerful additions that expand on the core modules.

These resources are created to challenge your perspective, spark creativity, and keep you learning like a true photojournalist — beyond the basics of any single course.

With Academy Pass, you’re not just buying a course. You’re investing in a year of continuous professional growth, surrounded by new lessons, tools, and stories that appear almost every week.

A one-time course purchase gives you a start.
But Academy Pass gives you momentum — the ability to keep learning, adapting, and staying ahead in a changing media landscape.

Choose Academy Pass.
Turn your learning into a living, evolving journey.