call for applications: noor-nikon masterclass
NOOR, Nikon and Genis Aci Project Office (GAPO)
invite photographers to submit their portfolios for selection for the
2014 NOOR-Nikon Masterclass in Documentary Photography in Turkey.
NOOR photo agency and foundation and Nikon Europe
support documentary photographers from emerging markets all over the
world through the organization of annual motivational masterclasses.
The 2014 program takes place in Istanbul, Turkey, organized in collaboration with Genis Aci Project Office (GAPO), 24 March through to 28 March 2014.
The
masterclass will be accessible to young and aspiring documentary
photographers and photojournalists from the following countries: Armenia, Azerbaijan, Cyprus, Georgia, Greece, Iraq, Iran, Israel, Jordan, Lebanon, Palestine, Syria and Turkey.
THE WORKSHOP
During
the five days of the workshop, 15 participants, together with three
member photographers of NOOR and NOOR’s managing director will share
experiences, work on portfolios, improve editing skills and learn how to
pick up and develop stories. Each day consists of intensive
communication with the photographers on the subjects of technical
features and the peculiarities of the international photo market. It is a
unique opportunity to gain new knowledge, contacts, learn to tell
stories in a visual language and develop a personal vision.
The
workshop is free of charge; travel and accommodation costs will be
reimbursed (possession of a passport and travel insurance is required to
apply).
SUBMISSION
For submission you are required to have:
• Basic experience in documentary photography or photojournalism;
• A high level of motivation;
• English language skills (the workshop is in English);
• A good technical understanding of your camera equipment, a working knowledge of the media environment and basic image management skills.
• A high level of motivation;
• English language skills (the workshop is in English);
• A good technical understanding of your camera equipment, a working knowledge of the media environment and basic image management skills.
To apply you need to send a PDF file not exceeding 6 MB including:
•
A CV including your contact information and a written text explaining
your work and projects. Please clarify your involvement in photography
by showing a proven track record, proof of a photographic training or at
least 1-year experience of practice;
• Motivation letter in English (1 page);
• A portfolio of max. 30 images with text introductions and captions (please show your story telling skills by presenting at least one picture story of 8 images).
• Motivation letter in English (1 page);
• A portfolio of max. 30 images with text introductions and captions (please show your story telling skills by presenting at least one picture story of 8 images).
Please send your application to: masterclass2014@noorimages.com before midnight C.E.T. Monday 10 February 2014.
If
sending a PDF creates a problem, we accept links and word documents or
alternative formats. For more information contact NOOR via masterclass2014@noorimages.com or tel. +31.20.6164040 or Skype: noorimages (Amsterdam).
In
case you are selected for the workshop, you will be asked to perform a
short assignment to work on before the workshop starts.
Application deadline: 10 February 2014 (before midnight C.E.T.).
Organized with the generous support of Nikon Europe B.V.
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