Jaime Rojo is a photographer and National Geographic Explorer with a background in environmental sciences who focuses on stories about wilderness and wildlife. His work, known for its compelling visual narrative, serves as a tool for conservation advocacy and raises awareness about environmental issues, wildlife and wilderness protection, and the relationship between people and nature.
His long-term project, Saving the Monarchs, was a National Geographic cover story in January 2024 that garnered global attention and won top honors in major photography competitions, including World Press Photo, Wildlife Photographer of the Year, and Pictures of the Year International.
Reaching past photography, Rojo collaborates as a creative director and communications adviser with environmental organizations, research institutions, and government agencies worldwide. His expertise in storytelling and conservation communication has made him a sought-after speaker for events including a recent TED talk.
A senior fellow of the International League of Conservation Photographers and a trustee of the WILD Foundation, Rojo creates work that goes beyond capturing nature’s beauty—it drives action. Through his lens, he invites audiences to see the natural world not just as something to admire but as something worth protecting.
Headshot by: Gab B. Mejia
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