Sammy Kogan is a Toronto-based photojournalist and multimedia creator, focusing on breaking news and the provision of photo and video technical services. With a dedication to journalistic integrity and a sharp eye for visual storytelling, his work captures the essence of unfolding events, delivering impactful narratives to his audience. Sammy's work has appeared in publications such as The Globe and Mail, Canada's National Observer, CBC, The Canadian Press, The Hockey News, The Eyeopener, and more.
As a versatile content creator, Sammy's expertise extends beyond news coverage, offering multimedia technical services tailored to a variety of projects. With professionalism and adaptability at the core of his work, he consistently delivers engaging visual content that leaves a lasting impression on viewers.
In 2025, Sammy was nominated for a National Newspaper Award in the News Photo category, won the Tom Hanson Photojournalism Award, and was named Student Photojournalist of the Year at the JHM Awards.
Available For Assignment
(647) 580 8180
Recognition
2025 - Tom Hanson Photojournalism Award
2025 - National Newspaper Award - Nominated for News Photo of the Year
2025 - JHM Student Photojournalist of the Year
2025 - Nominated for JHM Cover of the Year
2024 - Nominated for JHM Student Photojournalist of the Year
2024 - Nominated for NPAC Student Photojournalist of the year
Education
Journalism (Bjourn) 2025. Toronto Metropolitan University (TMU) (Formerly Ryerson University)
Experience
- Freelance Photojournalist - (2021 - Present)
- The Globe and Mail - Photo Apprentice (2024)
- The Eyeopener - Managing Photo Editor (2023 - 2025)
- The Hockey News - Sports Photojournalist (2023 - 2024)
- G7 Research Group - Compliance Analyst (2022 - 2023)
- Zoomer Media - Digital Media Coordinator and Camera Operator (2022)
- The Eyeopener - Contributing Photographer (2022)
- On The Record News - Contributing Photographer (2022)
- Freelance Photographer - Sammy Kogan Photography (2016 - Present)