Masterclass: The Art of the Pitch

Image by Ezra Acayan

Happening in conjunction with the 8th Objectifs’ Documentary Award Exhibitions

Objectifs Workshop Space
Sat 11 Apr 2026, 10am – 12pm

General Admission – $30
Student Concession – $20

Have you ever wondered what the photojournalistic pitching process entails, and what goes into a successful pitch? This pitching masterclass by award-winning photojournalist Ezra Acayan combines practical insights gleaned from real life experiences with the opportunity to receive professional feedback through a short pitching exercise.

Open to aspiring photojournalists and those who are simply curious to know more, hear from Acayan as he shares tips on identifying the right news outlet for a pitch, what to do when a pitch is accepted, and how to handle rejection from editors, with references to personal case studies.

About Ezra Acayan

Ezra Acayan (b. 1993) is a photojournalist based in the Philippines with over a decade of experience covering politics, climate change, and social injustice. Driven by a deep commitment to bearing witness, he strives to document images that stand as both evidence and a reflection of society’s conscience.

He is a two-time World Press Photo awardee, a Pulitzer Prize finalist, and was named Photographer of the Year at the inaugural Pictures of the Year Asia. He is also an alumnus of the Ian Parry Scholarship and a recipient of multiple honors from POYi, the National Press Photographers Association, the Society of Publishers Asia, and the Human Rights Press Awards.

He has done work for Getty Images, The New York Times, TIME, Reuters, and Agence France-Presse, and his work has appeared in every major publication worldwide. Locally, his work is regularly exhibited in galleries, churches, and universities.

He does most of his work in the Philippines, where he lives with his wife, daughter, and two noisy dogs. While he occasionally travels across Asia for assignments, he always makes sure to be home for important family events.