Joonas Brandt

As a seasoned Freelance Photographer, I excel in transforming visions into captivating photos and visual stories, evidenced by my adeptness long experience and good knowledge in lighting and creative techniques. My collaborative approach, coupled with good workflow management, has consistently enhanced project outcomes. My portfolio, rich in photojournalism, portraits and digital enhancements, showcases a unique blend of technical skill and artistic sensibility.

I feel safe when working with all kinds of people: during my long and versatile career I've met worked with people from presidents to individuals left out of society.

I'm proactive and goal-oriented professional with good time management and problem-solving skills. I have a reputation for reliability and adaptability, with swift capacity to learn and apply new skills.

I consider myself as a dynamic individual with hands-on experience in all sorts of photography and talent for navigating challenges. Long work history brings strong problem-solving skills and proactive approach to new tasks. I'm known for adaptability, creativity, and results-oriented mindset, always committed to making wanted results.

• Press Photo of the Year (2018)
• Visual Artist of the Year at Oulunsalo Soi Festival (2009)
• Honorable Mentions: Best Domestic Photo Reportage (2008)

  Press Photographer of the Year (2007)

  Best Portrait (2007)

• Press Photographer of the Year (Public Vote Winner, 2006)
• Best Domestic Photo Reportage (2006)
• Magazine Photographer of the Year (2005)
• Young Press Photographer of the Year (2005)
• 2022: 1-month working grant, Patricia Seppälä Foundation; 6-month working grant, Arts Promotion Centre Finland
• 2021: COVID-19 working grant, Arts Promotion Centre Finland
• 2020: COVID-19 working grant (twice), Arts Promotion Centre Finland; 3-month working grant, Jokes Foundation; 1-month working grant, Patricia Seppälä Foundation
• 2016: Travel grant, Jokes Foundation
• 2010: Travel grant, Finnish Ministry for Foreign Affairs
• 2009: Exhibition grant, Patricia Seppälä Foundation
• 2007: Exhibition grant, Patricia Seppälä Foundation; Working grant for artistic work, Finnfoto ry

Exhibitions

• Solo Exhibitions:Rundilla (On Tour) – Rauma Art Museum (2007)

  Keikan jälkeen (After the Gig) – Culture Factory Korjaamo, Vaunusali (2008); Oulu and Oulunsalo (2009)

• Group Exhibitions:New Generation – Young Visions in Photojournalism, Finnish Museum of Photography (2009)

  Korjaamo Editions – Culture Factory Korjaamo (2011)

  Press Photos of the Year exhibitions (multiple years)

• Member of the Editorial Board, Photo RAW Magazine (2007–2012)
• Board Member, Finnish Press Photographers’ Association (2005–2007)
• Member, Finnish Press Photographers’ Association
• Member, Finnish Journalists’ Union

Trained Finnish Red Cross Delegate
Prepared and ready to work as a visual professional in crisis areas, leveraging extensive experience in photojournalism and visual storytelling to document and communicate critical situations effectively.