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Joel Sartore

Joel Sartore

Keynote Speaker: National Geographic Photographer & Author

Joel Sartore Biography

Joel Sartore is an award-winning photographer, speaker, author, conservationist, and the 2018 National Geographic Explorer of the Year. He is a regular contributor to National Geographic Magazine and an Eagle Scout. His hallmarks are a sense of humor and a Midwestern work ethic.

Sartore specializes in documenting endangered species and landscapes around the world. He is the founder of the Photo Ark, a 25-year documentary project to save species and habitats. He and the Photo Ark are the subjects of the television series "RARE," in which he documents some of the most endangered creatures left on Earth.

In addition to National Geographic, Sartore contributes to Audubon, Geo, the New York Times, and the Smithsonian. He has several books, including "Photo Ark: A World Worth Saving," "The Photo Ark Vanishing: The World’s Most Vulnerable Animals," "Birds of the Photo Ark," and "RARE: Portraits of America’s Endangered Species."

He and his work have been the subject of many national broadcasts, including National Geographic’s Explorer, NBC Nightly News, the CBS Sunday Morning Show, ABC’s Nightline, NPR’s Weekend Edition, PBS Newshour, Fresh Air with Terry Gross, 60 Minutes, and The Today Show.

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Joel Sartore Speaking Topics

Life as a National Geographic Photographer

Joel shares a lively, intimate, and humorous look at what could be the best (and worst) job in the world as he plays expedition leader, psychologist, medic, accountant, and coach, not to mention the photographer. It’s all just another day at the office when you’re on assignment for National Geographic.

Building The Photo Ark

Go behind the scenes with Joel as he travels the globe to photograph the world’s most toxic, outrageous, colorful, and beautiful animals. Things can go wrong—and they often do—but getting up close and personal is what it’s all about.

Grounded: A Reflection on the Use of Life and Land

When Joel Sartore’s wife was diagnosed with breast cancer, this National Geographic photographer who had traveled the world for 18 years knew it was time to stay home. He reconnected with his family and with why he takes pictures in the first place: to show people that wild places and creatures on Earth need and deserve protection. In each life there is the potential for a positive change, and realizing it often starts very simply.

Joel Sartore Videos

An Interview with Joel Sartore | National Geographic Photo Ark
Joel Sartore on Explorer Classroom | Photographing the World's Species
Joel Sartore: Photo Ark | TEDxMidwest

How do I book Joel Sartore to speak at my event?

Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Joel Sartore for speaking engagements, personal appearances, product endorsements, or corporate entertainment since 2002. Click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page to check availability for Joel Sartore, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to discuss your upcoming event. One of our experienced agents will be happy to help you get speaking fee information and check availability for Joel Sartore or any other speaker of your choice.

How much does it cost to book Joel Sartore for a speaking engagement?

Speaking fees for Joel Sartore, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Joel Sartore are $30,000 - $50,000 for live events and $10,000 - $20,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Joel Sartore, click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to speak directly with an experienced booking agent.

What topics does Joel Sartore speak about?

Joel Sartore is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Entertainers, Environmental Policy, Animals & Wildlife, Environment, Sustainability, Climate Change, Earth Day, Celebrity and Photography.

Where does Joel Sartore travel from?

Joel Sartore generally travels from Lincoln, NE, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.

Who is the agent for Joel Sartore?

AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Joel Sartore for clients worldwide since 2002. As a full-service speaker booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Please click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page including the details of your event, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536, and one of our agents will assist you to book Joel Sartore for your next private or corporate function.

What is a full-service speaker booking agency?

AAE Speakers Bureau is a full-service speaker booking agency, meaning we can completely manage the speaker’s or celebrity’s engagement with your organization from the time of booking your speaker through the event’s completion. We provide all of the services you need to host Joel Sartore or any other speaker of your choice, including offer negotiation, contractual assistance, accounting and billing, and event speaker travel and logistics services. When you book a speaker with us, we manage the process of hosting a speaker for you as an extension of your team. Our goal is to give our clients peace of mind and a best-in-class service experience when booking a speaker with us.

Why is AAE Speakers Bureau different from other booking agencies?

If you’re looking for the best speaker recommendations, paired with a top-notch customer service experience, you’re in the right place. At AAE Speakers Bureau, we exclusively represent the interests of our clients - professional organizations, companies, universities, and associations. We intentionally do not represent the speakers we feature or book. That is so we can present our clients with the broadest and best performing set of speaker options in the market today, and we can make these recommendations without any obligation to promote a specific speaker over another. This is why when our agents suggest a speaker for your event, you can be assured that they are of the highest quality with a history of proven success with our other clients.


Joel Sartore is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Entertainers, Environmental Policy and Animals & Wildlife. The estimated speaking fee range to book Joel Sartore for live events is $30,000 - $50,000, and for virtual events $10,000 - $20,000. Joel Sartore generally travels from Lincoln, NE, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Michael Nichols, Dereck Joubert and Alexandra Cousteau. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Joel Sartore for an upcoming event.

Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 02/07/2024.

Joel Sartore Speaking Topics

  • Life as a National Geographic Photographer

    Joel shares a lively, intimate, and humorous look at what could be the best (and worst) job in the world as he plays expedition leader, psychologist, medic, accountant, and coach, not to mention the photographer. It’s all just another day at the office when you’re on assignment for National Geographic.

  • Building The Photo Ark

    Go behind the scenes with Joel as he travels the globe to photograph the world’s most toxic, outrageous, colorful, and beautiful animals. Things can go wrong—and they often do—but getting up close and personal is what it’s all about.

  • Grounded: A Reflection on the Use of Life and Land

    When Joel Sartore’s wife was diagnosed with breast cancer, this National Geographic photographer who had traveled the world for 18 years knew it was time to stay home. He reconnected with his family and with why he takes pictures in the first place: to show people that wild places and creatures on Earth need and deserve protection. In each life there is the potential for a positive change, and realizing it often starts very simply.

Joel Sartore Videos

An Interview with Joel Sartore | National Geographic Photo Ark
Joel Sartore on Explorer Classroom | Photographing the World's Species
Joel Sartore: Photo Ark | TEDxMidwest
  • How do I book Joel Sartore to speak at my event?

    Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Joel Sartore for speaking engagements, personal appearances, product endorsements, or corporate entertainment since 2002. Click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page to check availability for Joel Sartore, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to discuss your upcoming event. One of our experienced agents will be happy to help you get speaking fee information and check availability for Joel Sartore or any other speaker of your choice.
  • How much does it cost to book Joel Sartore for a speaking engagement?

    Speaking fees for Joel Sartore, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Joel Sartore are $30,000 - $50,000 for live events and $10,000 - $20,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Joel Sartore, click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to speak directly with an experienced booking agent.
  • What topics does Joel Sartore speak about?

    Joel Sartore is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Entertainers, Environmental Policy, Animals & Wildlife, Environment, Sustainability, Climate Change, Earth Day, Celebrity and Photography.
  • Where does Joel Sartore travel from?

    Joel Sartore generally travels from Lincoln, NE, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
  • Who is the agent for Joel Sartore?

    AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Joel Sartore for clients worldwide since 2002. As a full-service speaker booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Please click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page including the details of your event, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536, and one of our agents will assist you to book Joel Sartore for your next private or corporate function.
  • What is a full-service speaker booking agency?

    AAE Speakers Bureau is a full-service speaker booking agency, meaning we can completely manage the speaker’s or celebrity’s engagement with your organization from the time of booking your speaker through the event’s completion. We provide all of the services you need to host Joel Sartore or any other speaker of your choice, including offer negotiation, contractual assistance, accounting and billing, and event speaker travel and logistics services. When you book a speaker with us, we manage the process of hosting a speaker for you as an extension of your team. Our goal is to give our clients peace of mind and a best-in-class service experience when booking a speaker with us.
  • Why is AAE Speakers Bureau different from other booking agencies?

    If you’re looking for the best speaker recommendations, paired with a top-notch customer service experience, you’re in the right place. At AAE Speakers Bureau, we exclusively represent the interests of our clients - professional organizations, companies, universities, and associations. We intentionally do not represent the speakers we feature or book. That is so we can present our clients with the broadest and best performing set of speaker options in the market today, and we can make these recommendations without any obligation to promote a specific speaker over another. This is why when our agents suggest a speaker for your event, you can be assured that they are of the highest quality with a history of proven success with our other clients.
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