Ali Sharifzadeh (b.1993, Tehran) is an Iranian photojournalist with a unique blend of technical expertise and creative passion. Initially trained in Electronic Engineering, he later redirected his focus to photography, earning a B.A. in Photojournalism from News University. Ali’s work has garnered significant recognition, including being named the Iranian Emerging Talented Photographer of the Year three years in a row. His photography has been featured in notable publications such as Medium, Adventure, Independent, and more showcasing his distinct perspective and technical skill. In addition to his national achievements, Ali has received several international awards in media and photography. Notably, in 2023, he was recognized as one of the Top 10 Photographers of the Year in Asia by the International Sports Press Association (AIPS), further establishing his reputation on the global stage. Ali has covered major international events, including the Asian Games in Hangzhou and the Asian Cup in Doha in 2023, adding to his portfolio of high-profile assignments. Furthermore, he has been covering sports competitions in Iran for over 10 years, working with various national and international media outlets, and honing his expertise in capturing the intensity and emotion of sports. Currently, he is a member of Podium Photos and collaborates with IRNA Images, contributing his work to both national and international media.

Ali Sharifzadeh

Ali Sharifzadeh (b.1993, Tehran) is an Iranian photojournalist with a unique blend of technical expertise and creative passion. Initially trained in Electronic Engineering, he later redirected his focus to photography, earning a B.A. in Photojournalism from News University. Ali’s work has garnered significant recognition, including being named the Iranian Emerging Talented Photographer of the Year three years in a row. His photography has been featured in notable publications such as Medium, Adventure, Independent, and more showcasing his distinct perspective and technical skill. In addition to his national achievements, Ali has received several international awards in media and photography. Notably, in 2023, he was recognized as one of the Top 10 Photographers of the Year in Asia by the International Sports Press Association (AIPS), further establishing his reputation on the global stage. Ali has covered major international events, including the Asian Games in Hangzhou and the Asian Cup in Doha in 2023, adding to his portfolio of high-profile assignments. Furthermore, he has been covering sports competitions in Iran for over 10 years, working with various national and international media outlets, and honing his expertise in capturing the intensity and emotion of sports. Currently, he is a member of Podium Photos and collaborates with IRNA Images, contributing his work to both national and international media.

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Ali Sharifzadeh (b.1993, Tehran) is an Iranian photojournalist with a unique blend of technical
expertise and creative passion. Initially trained in Electronic Engineering, he later redirected his
focus to photography, earning a B.A. in Photojournalism from News University.
Ali’s work has garnered significant recognition, including being named the Iranian Emerging
Talented Photographer of the Year three years in a row. His photography has been featured in
notable publications such as Medium, Adventure, Independent, and more showcasing his
distinct perspective and technical skill.
In addition to his national achievements, Ali has received several international awards in media
and photography. Notably, in 2023, he was recognized as one of the Top 10 Photographers of
the Year in Asia by the International Sports Press Association (AIPS), further establishing his
reputation on the global stage.
Ali has covered major international events, including the Asian Games in Hangzhou and the
Asian Cup in Doha in 2023, adding to his portfolio of high-profile assignments. Furthermore, he
has been covering sports competitions in Iran for over 10 years, working with various national
and international media outlets, and honing his expertise in capturing the intensity and
emotion of sports.
Currently, he is a member of Podium Photos and collaborates with IRNA Images, contributing
his work to both national and international media.

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Language

Persian
Fluent
English
Advanced

Work Experience

Cinematographer at Iranian TV
January 1, 2011 - Present
Cinematographer for Iranian TV.
Photojournalist at Pana News Agency
January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2022
Photojournalist for national and international assignments.
Photojournalist at Tarafdari
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2019
Sports photography for Tarafdari platform.
Photojournalist at Podium Photos
January 1, 2020 - Present
Photographer for Podium Photos focusing on documentary and narrative photography.
Photojournalist at IRNA Photo Agency
January 1, 2022 - Present
Photographic work for IRNA Photo Agency covering news and features.
Sport Photographer at Tarafdari
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2019
Sports photographer capturing football and other sports events.
Cinematographer at Iranian T.V
January 1, 2011 - January 1, 2011
Cinematography work for Iranian TV productions.

Education

Bachelor of Arts in Photojournalism at News University
September 1, 2015 - July 1, 2018
Associate degree of Science in Electronic engineering at Islamic Azad University Andisheh branch
September 1, 2010 - July 1, 2013
Bachelor of Arts in Photojournalism at News University
September 1, 2015 - July 1, 2018
Associate degree of Science in Electronic Engineering at Islamic Azad University Andisheh branch
September 1, 2010 - July 1, 2013
Bachelor of Arts in Photojournalism at News University
September 1, 2015 - July 1, 2018
Associate degree of Science in Electronic engineering at Islamic Azad University Andisheh branch
September 1, 2010 - July 1, 2013

Qualifications

AIPS Sport Media Awards Continental Ranking for Asia
January 1, 2023 - January 29, 2026
Finalist and jury Honorable Mention in The Andrei Stenin International Photo Contest, Russia
January 1, 2022 - January 29, 2026
Accepted in the 12th Fajr International Festival of Visual Arts, Tehran, Iran
January 1, 2020 - January 29, 2026
Accepted in the 10th Roshd Photo Festival, Tehran, Iran
January 1, 2019 - January 29, 2026
Accepted in the Negah Ashouraii, Mashhad, Iran
January 1, 2019 - January 29, 2026
Winner of the best photo at the 15th Tasvir Sal Festival (Image of the year)
January 1, 2018 - January 29, 2026
Accepted in the International Tabriz Photo Award, Tabriz, Iran
January 1, 2017 - January 29, 2026
Winner of the best photo at the 14th Tasvir Sal Festival (Image of the year)
January 1, 2017 - January 29, 2026
Winner of the best photo at the 13th Tasvir Sal Festival (Image of the year)
January 1, 2016 - January 29, 2026
Accepted in the exhibition Doorbin.Net, Tehran, Iran
January 1, 2016 - January 29, 2026
AIPS Sport Media Awards Continental Ranking for Asia
January 1, 2023 - February 11, 2026
Andrei Stenin International Photo Contest – Finalist and Jury Honorable Mention
January 1, 2022 - February 11, 2026
12th Fajr International Festival of Visual Arts
January 1, 2020 - February 11, 2026
10th Roshd Photo Festival
January 1, 2019 - February 11, 2026
Negah Ashouraii
January 1, 2019 - February 11, 2026
Tasvir Sal Festival – Image of the Year (15th edition)
January 1, 2018 - February 11, 2026
International Tabriz Photo Award
January 1, 2017 - February 11, 2026
Tasvir Sal Festival – Image of the Year (14th edition)
January 1, 2017 - February 11, 2026
Tasvir Sal Festival – Image of the Year (13th edition)
January 1, 2016 - February 11, 2026
Doorbin.Net Exhibition
January 1, 2016 - February 11, 2026
Basic training course on Journalism in crisis
July 1, 2019 - February 11, 2026
Filmmaking at Iranian youth cinema society
January 1, 2011 - February 11, 2026
Member of Podium Photos
January 1, 2020 - February 11, 2026
Member of Iranian Photojournalists Association
January 1, 2022 - February 11, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Government, Other