Read more about the article New European Journalism Centre Grant for Innovative Development Reporting

New European Journalism Centre Grant for Innovative Development Reporting

The European Journalism Centre (EJC), with support from the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, is implementing a new 2013 grants program for innovative development reporting. The grant aims to advance creative reporting approaches to enable better coverage of international development issues in eight of the European countries with the highest net official development assistance. The grant will be awarded to a selection of innovative reporting projects to enable journalists, editors and development stakeholders to perform thorough research and to develop entirely new and experimental reporting and presentation methods. They will also be able to use multi-platform approaches and to think laterally across disciplines and techniques of journalistic storytelling. Application Details The program is looking for proposals from eminent media outlets focusing on the eight European countries with the highest development spending—France, Germany, Italy, the Netherlands, Norway, Spain, Sweden and the United Kingdom. Applicants must apply for a minimum grant of €8,000 with an expected average grant of about €20,000. A…

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Read more about the article PhotoShelter Releases Guide to Pricing Magazine Photography

PhotoShelter Releases Guide to Pricing Magazine Photography

PhotoShelter and Wonderful Machine recently published Pricing Your Work: Magazine Photography offering insights from Wonderful Machine CEO Bill Cramer outlining what a photographer should expect when determining pricing for magazine assignments. The guide includes tips to help photographers profit from magazine shoots, a look at the three basic types of magazine contracts, the most common magazine shoot expenses, plus FAQs and other online resources to help photographers negotiate. Pricing Your Work: Magazine Photography is the first in a series of guides from PhotoShelter with tips to help photographers create estimates and fee structures for their work. Get your free guide now. About PhotoShelter PhotoShelter is the leader in portfolio websites, photo sales, marketing and archiving tools for photographers. Over 74,000 photographers worldwide use PhotoShelter to power their success online, with customizable website templates, searchable photo galleries, e-commerce capabilities, and bulletproof image storage. Learn more at www.photoshelter.com.

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Read more about the article Eight NPPF Scholarships for Photojournalism Students

Eight NPPF Scholarships for Photojournalism Students

NPPF has eight scholarships and grants open for application for photographers studying full-time or returning to college. NPPF scholarships are awarded to encourage those with the talent and dedication to photojournalism and who need financial help to continue their studies. The application deadline for all eight scholarships is April 15. Learn more and apply. NPPF Scholarships Bob East – $2,000 Bob East was a colorful and widely known veteran photographer at The Miami Herald. He died from a surgical accident in 1985, after more than 45 years in the profession. NPPA’s national secretary; he mentored many interns. Open to undergraduate and graduate students. Bob Baxter – $2,000 Named for a New Jersey photographer who was paralyzed in an auto accident but continued to pursue photojournalism education. Baxter set up this scholarship before his death. Open to undergraduate and graduate students. Reid Blackburn – $2,000 Established by The Columbian newspaper of Vancouver, Wash.,…

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MediaStorm Hiring Front-End Developer

MediaStorm is looking for a passionate and self-motivated Front-End Developer to implement and maintain web-based applications and websites for MediaStorm's publication and client projects, as well as in-house and public-facing products and tools. The ideal candidate will have proven technical expertise in creating complex web sites and applications using modern front-end technologies and frameworks. They will be working with back-end developers and interactive designers to lead and execute development. Description MediaStorm Front-End Developers will: Develop innovative production and workflow tools Work with Back-End Developers, Interactive Designers and Project Managers to establish production timelines Participate in client meetings and develop to their needs Work with designers to implement designs and user interfaces Be responsible for testing code across browsers and platforms Manage deployment of code updates to live websites Remain up-to-date with new web development trends and technologies Qualifications The successful applicant should have: At least three years of professional development experience Strong…

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