How to Become an AP Photographer
- 1). Enroll in a university or art institute that offers a photojournalism major. Studying photojournalism will give you the training to effectively tell a story and the knowledge of camera equipment and editing software and processes. If you're switching careers, there are graduate studies in photojournalism you can enroll in.
- 2). Apply for news photography internships. Internships are a way of building experience and building a portfolio of your best work. The AP offers a 12-week internship to photography students in their junior, senior year and in the graduate level of study.
- 3). Search for a news photography position at daily newspaper. AP photographers are required to have at least 18 months or up to five years of experience at a daily newspaper to be considered for an AP position.
- 4). Write to the human resources department at the Associated Press to check if they have photographer positions open. Send your cover letter and resume to The Associated Press, HR Department, 450 W. 33rd St., New York, NY 10001. You can also check the AP website (see Resources) for openings. You'll be required to register in order to browse open positions but it's relatively fast and easy.
