Demetrius Freeman is a photojournalist at The Washington Post, where he documents some of the most pivotal stories shaping the nation. Demetrius Freeman is part of the Washington Post team recognized with the Pulitzer Prize for coverage of the January 6th attack on the U.S. Capitol.

He earned a Bachelor’s degree in Photojournalism with a minor in Political Science from Western Kentucky University. His academic journey also includes studying abroad in Madrid, Spain, and completing an international master’s program at the Danish School of Media & Journalism in Aarhus, Denmark.

Demetrius’s work has been published by The New York Times, ProPublica, and other leading outlets. He has held prestigious internships at The New York Times, The Tampa Bay Times, and The Chautauquan Daily, and previously served as a staff photographer for the New York City Mayor’s Office.

Committed to continuous learning and professional development, Demetrius has participated in numerous renowned workshops and seminars, including The Mountain Workshop, The Missouri Photo Workshop, The Atlanta Photojournalism Seminar, The New York Times Portfolio Review, and The New York Times Safety & Security Workshop. He is also an alumnus of the Eddie Adams Workshop (Class XXVII).

My work is driven by a commitment to truth, access, and representation. As a photojournalist covering the White House, Capitol Hill, and national politics, I strive to document power, policy, and the people affected by both. I aim to tell stories with depth, dignity, and context—amplifying voices that are often overlooked and capturing the human impact behind the headlines. Through visual storytelling, I seek to inform, challenge, and connect people across divides.

Demetrius is an active member of the White House Correspondents Association (WHCA), the National Press Photographers Association (NPPA), the National Association of Black Journalists (NABJ), and Diversify.Photo.

Awards & Recognition:

2022 - Pulitzer Prize for Public Service
The Washington Post — Part of the team recognized for coverage of the January 6th attack on the U.S. Capitol

2020 - POYI: 1st Place Team Award, Online Storytelling: Daily Life

2019 - Photographer of the Year International: 1st Place, Daily Life

2019 - Northern Short Course: Award of Excellence, Feature Photo

2019 - NPPA Best of Photojournalism: 2nd Place, Feature

2019 - NPPA Best of Photojournalism: Honorable Mention, News and Issues

2018 - TIME Magazine Top 100 Photos of the Year

2018 - The New York Times Year in Pictures 

demetrius.freeman@washpost.com