<p>Just as the title says, how does one really go about to becoming a National Geographic Reporter.<br>
Or another fascinating job would be the host of Lonely Planet, how do you land that job (the british guy that goes around the world exploring new things for Discovery, and being paid for it!)</p>
<p>I used to know someone who was a nature photographer. He had an undergraduate degree in photography with a minor in biology. He got started by just sending in unsolicited photos to Nat’l Geo, as well as other publications. After a few were published, he started getting contacted w/ assignments. I imagine the same thing would work for writers.</p>
<p>To be a National Geographic photographer or writer, you have to be absolutely amazing at your craft. That’s the “secret.” It is one of the hardest publications in the world to get a job in. How do you get there? Take every opportunity to write, shoot, report. Read excellent literature. Study about various cultures. Look at the best photography and artwork. Study the masters. There are no shortcuts to the top.</p>
<p>ok, say for instance I’m 18 and I’m going to college pretty soon. I love writing, I’m actually working on a book, 48 pages done, I love photpgraphy, and I love to write and travel. What should I study in college to ensure a position as a national geographic reporter who goes out and does the articles you see in the issues.</p>
<p>ok, say for instance I’m 18 and I’m going to college pretty soon. I love writing, I’m actually working on a book, 48 pages done, I love photpgraphy, and I love to write and travel. What should I study in college to ensure a position as a national geographic reporter who goes out and does the articles you see in the issues?</p>
<p>Tim Cope’s website gives a clue to the dedication it takes to succeed in adventure travel:
<a href=“http://www.timcopejourneys.com/[/url]”>http://www.timcopejourneys.com/</a></p>
<p>i think it’s basically impossible to “ensure” a position as a national geographic reporter. it’s a difficult job to come by, even for the very best in the field. so, the best you can do is work your a** off to get to the top, and make sure you’ll be okay if once you get there, national geographic isn’t a reality.</p>
<p>blunt, but true.</p>
<p>I personally wonder about the long term future of print publications such as, National Geographic. Nowadays, it seems, the internet is changing all the rules about who has journalistic authority or opportunities to present as a social or political voice. The Blogosphere is affording some people heretofore unheard of clout and journalistic legitimacy, allowing them to make a respectable living, along with the ability to reach a virtually unlimited audience. Maybe your goal should be to start your own global/ geographical/political blog which features your own eye-popping photography. Perhaps you could partner with others who have incredible journalistic skills, who could help you toward this end.</p>
<p>As some have already pointed out, a gig at National Geographic is pretty hard to get, even for the most talented, seasoned and experienced photographers. Sometimes, you gotta think outside the box. Just a thought…</p>
<p>I know a woman who claims to be Miss National Geographic Photographer 2. Is that possible. I have never heard of that.</p>
<p>National Geographic has an online photoalbum. Anybody can submit photos. Each week the staff of NG choose 12. Each month, people vote on the selected photos for the month and they publish the top two (I think). They do not pay; they consider being chosen by NG to be a high honor. </p>
<p>I suppose if you can get a few photos chosen by them, it would be something for your resume!</p>
<p>[Your</a> Shot - National Geographic Magazine](<a href=“National Geographic Magazine”>National Geographic Your Shot)</p>
<p>They chose the first photo I ever sent them, but I never tried again. Decided if I was that good, I wanted to be paid. 
But it was a fun 15 minutes of fame.</p>
<p>Some of the hosts on the travel channel (Samantha Brown, etc.), food network, PBS (Rick Steves), and similar positions seem to have a fun job also if you like to travel.</p>
<p>I believe that a student at Ohio University won the coveted National Geographic internship last year.</p>
<p>I didn’t even notice before - this thread is from over 4 years ago. I wonder if I’ve seen the OP’s pictures in NatGeo by now.</p>