Bio

Jim Huylebroek, a freelance photographer hailing from Antwerp, Belgium, embarked on his photographic journey while completing his education in audiovisual media. Relocating to Kabul, Afghanistan, in early 2015, he established his base and has since been entrenched in documenting the region's complexities.

His pivotal moment came in the summer of 2021, as he bore witness to the historic events of the Taliban's resurgence in Kabul and the withdrawal of U.S. troops, scenes he captured firsthand. Huylebroek's dedication to truth and storytelling was recognized when he became part of The New York Times team awarded the prestigious 2022 Pulitzer Prize for international reporting, notably for their investigative work shedding light on civilian casualties resulting from U.S. airstrikes.

Jim has both photographed and written front-page stories for The New York Times, showcasing his versatility and commitment to impactful journalism. His portfolio boasts collaborations with leading publications such as Time Magazine, The Guardian, and others, with significant contribution to The New York Times since 2017.

In 2018, he co-published his first photo book, "Afghanistan: Unsettled - Three years documenting Afghans on the move," in partnership with the Norwegian Refugee Council. His lens has traversed landscapes beyond Afghanistan, capturing stories in Iraq, Iran, Turkey, and various African nations, among others.

Jim Huylebroek's commitment to excellence has garnered accolades including the 2021 Leica Fotographie International/BarTur Photojournalist of the Year award and multiple Emmy Awards for Best News Coverage and Outstanding Investigative News Coverage in Short Form. His unwavering dedication to journalistic integrity and compelling storytelling further earned him the 2022 Osborn Elliott Prize for Excellence in Journalism on Asia, solidifying his place as a prominent voice in contemporary photojournalism.