Kerem Yücel

Kerem Yücel is a highly experienced Senior Visual Journalist at MPR News since June 2022, with over 15 years in the field of visual storytelling. Previously, Kerem Yücel worked as a Freelance Photographer at Minnesota Public Radio, capturing significant human interest stories and events, including the 2020 Presidential race and racial justice protests. As a Contract Photojournalist with AFP, Kerem Yücel covered major national events, contributing to prominent publications like Time and The New York Times. A robust portfolio was built during time as a photographer at Kerem Yucel Studio and as a Senior Photo Editor for Hayata Destek, focusing on impactful visual narratives for international NGOs. Kerem Yücel also served as Photo Editor for Atlas Magazine, undertaking notable assignments on global issues. Earlier roles included work as a Photojournalist at Hurriyet and environmental positions related to oil pipeline projects, alongside formal education in Agricultural Engineering from Ankara University and studies at the University of Maryland.