World Press Photo Contest seeks entries from professional photographers

DEADLINE: JANUARY 11, 2024 — Professional photographers in the field of photojournalism or documentary photography can submit entries to the 2024 World Press Photo Contest.

The annual World Press Photo Contest recognises and celebrates the best photojournalism and documentary photography from all over the world.

Each of the 24 regional winners will receive €1,000 and an additional €5,000 for four global winners. The four global winners will also get a FUJIFILM GFX100 II camera, with two lenses of choice, two Li-ion batteries, and dual battery charger

The deadline for applications is January 11, 2024.

APPLY HERE

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