Frankfurt, Germany – 10 June 2025 – The European Pressphoto Agency B.V. (EPA Images)is proud to announce the launch of the EPA Academy’s Advanced Programme in International News Photography. This innovative 12-month course is designed to equip emerging photographers with the essential technical, journalistic, and artistic skills needed to excel in the fast-paced world of news photography.
The EPA Academy offers a unique combination of theory, practical assignments, and hands-on experience. Students will participate in in-depth seminars, practical workshops, and a two-month internship, gaining valuable experience in creating impactful visual stories and mastering the art of photo editing. The course, hosted at EPA Images' headquarters in Frankfurt, is the only training program in Germany that combines news photography and editing in an international context.
Course Highlights:
The EPA Academy is tailored to those who wish to specialize in photojournalism, particularly news and sports photography, and provides comprehensive training in both the technical aspects of photography and the editorial processes essential to newsrooms.
“Some of the most valuable lessons in my career came from being part of a structured training programme whilst in college with the company that eventually became my first employer, EPA’s shareholder Agencia EFE,” said Julia R. Arévalo, President & CEO of EPAImages. “It’s how I started, learning with and from other journalists. I’m proud that EPAImages is now offering the same kind of opportunity to the next generation of visual journalists.”
Launching the EPA Academy is a natural step for EPA Images, leveraging the deep expertise of its global network of professionals to expand into high-level training and education. For more information on the programme, including application details, visit https://epaimages.com/epa-academy.
Contact:
Email: academy@epaimages.com
Phone: +49 69 244321 806 / 808
About EPA Images:
The European Pressphoto Agency B.V. (rebranded as EPA Images) was founded following an agreement signed in November 1984 by seven European news agencies in November 1984, who shared the goal of creating an independent, high-quality photo service for the European media market. In 2003, EPA Images expanded its services to the global market, launching international operations. In 2014, it introduced a global video service, further strengthening its multimedia capabilities. Today, EPA Images delivers comprehensive photo and video coverage through a worldwide network of visual journalists and the daily production of its member agencies - ANA-MPA, ANP, ANSA, EFE, KEYSTONE, LUSA, MIT, and PAP - all market leaders in their respective countries.
The EPA Academy is aimed at the next generation of photojournalists, offering a hands-on training program to prepare them for professional assignments on the international stage. Symbolic Image, EPA/Julien Warnand