NOOR-Nikon 5-Days Workshop for Documentary Photographers

Deadline: 12 February 2015
Open to: young documentary photographers and photojournalists from Albania, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Croatia, Serbia, Kosovo, Macedonia, Montenegro and Slovenia
Venue: Belgrade, Serbia, 30 March – 3 April 2015

Description

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. 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.

Eligibility

The masterclass will be accessible to young and aspiring documentary photographers and photojournalists from the following countries: Albania, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Croatia, Serbia, Kosovo, Macedonia, Montenegro and Slovenia.

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.

Costs

The workshop is free of charge; travel and accommodation costs will be reimbursed (possession of a passport and travel insurance is required to apply).

Application

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. You need to 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).

You need to send your application documents to: masterclass2015@noorimages.com before midnight C.E.T. Thursday 12 February 2015.

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