Katherine is a Chinese-Canadian photographer and videojournalist at Global News, currently based in Toronto, Canada. With a background in International Relations, Development Studies, and Journalism, she is driven to share the most urgent stories of our time.
Previously, she was the Photography Project Manager for Climate Tracker, a Program Coordinator for Photographers without Borders, a Video Intern for AFP, and a Reporting Intern for Reuters (Hong Kong). Her work explores themes of social resistance, the climate crisis, and cultural identity. Most recently, her work has appeared in the Wall Street Journal, US News, and China Dialogue.
Available for editorial and commercial assignments internationally.
M.J. University of Hong Kong (High Distinction) 2020-2021 M.A. York University 2017-2019 B.A. University of Toronto (Honours with Distinction) 2011-2015
Additional DJI Mini 2 Combo Tripod Monopod Feiyutech AK4500 Gimbal Small Rig + Side & Top Handle Lightbox Pixel G1S Lights w/ Lightstands Gorillapod
Audio Rode VideoMic Pro Plus Sony Wireless Mic ECM-W2BT
Lenses Sony 24-70mm f2.8 GM Sony 12-24mm f2.8 GM
Camera Bodies Sony A7RIV
Katherine KY Cheng
Katherine Cheng is a documentary photographer and videojournalist based between Toronto and Hong Kong, covering breaking news, daily events, and feature stories.