Job: Electronic Records Policy and Program Coordinator
The Library of Virginia, the archival agency for the Commonwealth of Virginia, is seeking an Electronic Records Policy and Program Coordinator. Reporting to the Digital Initiatives & Web Services Manager in the Information Technology Division, the individual selected for this position will lead agency-wide research, planning and development of the proper procedures, workflows, policies, and documentation related to the acquisition, processing, management, and access to the electronic archival records and other born-electronic content of the commonwealth’s government.
Full details: Library of Virginia
Job: Digital Preservation Librarian
The University Library at the University of Michigan seeks a dynamic and engaged Digital Preservation Librarian to provide leadership and coordinate the library’s activities to preserve the library’s growing collections.
Full details here: University of Michigan
An Englishman’s Eel
UK based photo agency Panos Pictures are online with a new photo set by contributing photographer Stuart Freedman - An Englishman’s Eel
Get The Picture - John G Morris Documentary Needs Finishing
“Get The Picture?” Temp Trailer from Get The Picture on Vimeo.
The producer of a film about legendary picture editor John G Morris, 95, is looking for help getting the film funded and finished.
My name is Cathy Pearson and I have been making this film since Oct 2009 in the role of producer/director. I first met John G Morris in Paris in a serendipitous meeting in the lovely Chez Janou Restaurant in Le Marais district in Paris, John’s local neighborhood. He was 92 years old at the time. He told me stories about his times with Alfred Hitchcock, Marlene Dietrich, Robert Capa, Earnest Hemingway and Henri Cartier Bresson to name but a few of his peers. But what really stuck me about John was how informed he was about the world today and how interested he is so many current affairs, I am sure this is what keeps him so youthful and energetic. I read his professional memoir “Get the Picture” and then asked his permission to make a film about his life. He agreed and this is what is now unfolding. The film includes contributions form some of the worlds most renowned names in photography and journalism including Marc Riboud, Martine Franck, Paulo Pellegrin, Stanley Greene, Don McCullin, Christiane Amanpour, Yann Arthus Bertrand, Peter Turnley and New York Times staff photographers Chester Higgins Jr and Librado Romero and many at the Magnum Photo Agency.
Please join me on this incredible creative journey, through the world of photojournalism, history, humanity and time and become a part of the community involved in getting this film made and documenting an important part of our world history. Watch the film above - get more details here.
New Photo Agency: Evolve Images
Evolve Images launched today - a new photo agency ‘dedicated exclusively to the curation of images for professional image buyers’. Along with the launch of their online image library, Evolve also introduces EvoRights™ a simplified licensing model that allows image buyers to license rights managed photos with just three clicks.
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Media Storm Releases Multimedia Workshop Dates
Award-winning multimedia production studio Media Storm have released their latest one day multimedia storytelling workshops in Brooklyn, NY. They say: “These workshops provide an overview of multimedia storytelling approaches while engaging participants in discussion about the most appropriate ways to create a multimedia story. Through real world examples, Brian Storm will share tips and techniques to improve reporting, editing and distributing your multimedia project. This workshop is designed for anyone interested in multimedia storytelling, no experience is necessary. Signup here
People: Kimberly Soenen Joins VII
Kimberly Soenen has been appointed Director of Business Development and Project Funding at VII photo agency. She will be based in New York and brings nearly 20 years of experience working as a writer, business development consultant and communications strategist for Harper’s Magazine, National Public Radio, Kartemquin Films and the Chicago Tribune.
Digital Book World Conference NY Jan 23 - 25
The Digital Book World Conference & Expo is live in New York - follow the conference updates and news here.
CEPIC Congress 2012 London : Registration Open
Registration for the CEPIC Congress 2012 in London (Tuesday 15th to Friday 18th of May) is now open.
Included in the Congress ticket:
- Welcome Reception on Tuesday
- Congress Programme from Wednesday to Friday
- Access to Table Area, Exhibition Area and Business Rooms
- Annual Industry Party at the Somerset House on Saturday
- Publication of your press releases on the CEPIC website
- Sponsorship Opportunities
More about the London Congress and booking details here: CEPIC Congress 2012 (early bird deals still available)
Photo Contacts: New Photography Roles At The Kearney Hub
The Kearney Hub.com reports: ‘Longtime part-time photographer Rick Tucker has been named the newsroom’s lead photographer. In addition to photography, he will be in charge of scheduling and training other part-time photographers.’ Full report here: Kearneyhub.com
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Last Chance: Great Moments in 20th Century Press Photography
Great Moments in 20th Century Press Photography: Keith de Lellis Gallery
1045 MADISON AVE #3 New York
T 212.327.1482 I F 212.327.1492
Closes 26 Jan.
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Bridgeman - 2012 The Year Of The Dragon
The Bridgeman art library in the UK are celebrating the Chinese New Year - 2012 the year of the dragon with a prepared lightbox here: here
Getty Images ‘Streamlines’ iStock Operations - Staff Say Farewell
As Getty Images finally absorbs iStockphoto ( bought in 2006 ) closer to the Getty Images brand iStock creative staff say farewell and thanks on the forums :
iStockHQ writes: ‘For many months now the unification of Getty Images and iStock has been gaining speed. Learning from each other and streamlining our operations is key to taking us all to the next level and positioning iStockphoto as a premier Getty Images brand. We took the last steps towards fully integrating iStockphoto this week.’
‘The content teams at iStock are an important part of the overall integration and it is with regret that we must say goodbye to some talented friends and colleagues. Among them is JJRD whose contribution to the success of iStock over the years cannot be overstated. We want to thank him for the passion and commitment that he has brought to the business.....’ read on here
Kelly Thompson chief Operating Officer, iStockphoto will be leaving Getty Images today Jan 20th.
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DeviantART Is Exclusive At Fotolia
DeviantART (dA) and royalty free photo agency Fotolia have announced the release of the deviantART Collection through the Fotolia website. They say “This unique collection includes over 3,000 images created by members of the dA community offers premium content curated as art with a commercial user in mind.”
Protect IP Act
PROTECT IP / SOPA Breaks The Internet from Fight for the Future on Vimeo.
A notice on the Wordpress home page today states: ‘Many websites are blacked out today to protest proposed U.S. legislation that threatens internet freedom: the Stop Internet Piracy Act (SOPA) and the Protect IP Act (PIPA). From personal blogs to Wikipedia, sites all over the web — including this one — are asking you to help stop this dangerous legislation from being passed. Please watch the video below to learn how this legislation will affect internet freedom, then scroll down to take action.’
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