Opportunities
Draft Magazine Call for Submissions
Draft Magazine is calling for student submissions. Submissions are open from February 1 to March 1, 2016. All students attending a university in the state of New York are eligible to apply. We are accepting all types of photo based work, including still photography images, moving images, video, digital collage, and photomontage. It does not matter when the piece was made.
Formerly reserved for Rochester Institute of Technology students, this year in the 13th edition for the first time in its history the editors are opening up submissions to all students throughout the state of New York. If accepted, students will be published in the book and have the opportunity to partake in a corresponding exhibition on May 6, 2016 at Gallery r in downtown Rochester. This night corresponds to First Friday, and all participating artists will gain exposure for their work.
Please pass this information along to students at your university who might be interested in submitting. This is a wonderful opportunity to gain recognition for your students.
Do not hesitate to contact us with any questions, and to find out more information about Draft Magazine and the editors please visit our website or USEED page.
Best,
Draft Magazine
Summer Photographers Wanted!
Camp Laurel is a private, co-ed residential summer camp in Maine seeking Photographers for the summer of 2016.
Photographers are responsible for capturing, editing and posting pictures to our daily photo gallery. It’s a great opportunity for aspiring professionals to build their personal portfolio.
For samples of work that our photographers produce, please check out our website, www.camplaurel.com. A few good areas on our site to review are the Yearbook Archives, Films and Staff Experience sections.
If you are interested in this type of position, please contact me at tim@camplaurel.com or call 800-327-3509. To apply online, visit our website at www.camplaurel.com.
Internships for Photography Students
Red Hook Labs
Red Hook Labs is seeking interns to assist in the following three departments: Studio, Production, and Gallery/Social Media. Red Hook Labs is a public benefit corporation, started by co-founder of Art + Commerce Jimmy Moffat, that is a full functioning photography studio, operating production company, and venue space for events and gallery exhibitions. Some of our recent clients include Chanel, DKNY, Miu Miu, L’Oreal, Dior, and American Vogue.
Production
-Checking photographer, h/mu, stylist options
-Location scouting
-Bookings (cars, catering, vehicles, etc)
-Assisting on set
-Billing
-Production inventory
Studio
-Manage bookings
-Updating contact list
-Studio inventory
-Setting up cleaning, bill payments, etc
-Studio upkeep (cleaning, stock, etc)
Gallery / Social Media
-Researching artists, gallery vendors, etc
-Assisting in all aspects of gallery show production (framing, printing, etc)
-Pulling content for social media
-Updating website
-Coordinating email blasts, promotional materials, and more
-Archiving work
The ideal candidates are highly organized, problem solvers, self motivated, and able to work in a fast-paced environment.
The applicant must be available two-three days a week (9:30am-4:30pm). This is not a paid position but transportation (monthly metro card) + lunch will be provided.
To apply for the Production internship, please send over letter and resume to: helena@redhooklabs.com.
To apply for the Studio internship, please send over letter and resume to: simon@redhooklabs.com.
To apply for the Gallery internship, please send over letter and resume to: sabrina@redhooklabs.com.
Photographer’s Forum 36th Annual Spring Photography Contest
1st PLACE :: $2,000 cash award plus…
• Sigma 24-35mm F2 DG HSM | Art lens ($999)*
2nd PLACE :: :: $1,500 cash award plus…
• Sigma 24mm 1.4 DG HSM | ART lens ($849)*
3rd PLACE :: :: $1,000 cash award
4th PLACE AWARDS (x5) :: Five $125 awards
200 HONORABLE MENTIONS
All Honorable Mentions will be listed in the November 2016 issue of Photographer’s Forum magazine and will receive a certificate of outstanding merit.
The top 16 winning photos will be published in the November 2016 issue of Photographer’s Forum. All contest finalists will be published in the hardcover book Best of Photography 2016 (December 2016).
- Early entry fee is $4.95 per photo uploaded or postmarked on or before April 15, 2016
- Final entry fee is $5.95 per photo uploaded or postmarked on or before May 20, 2106
- Rights remain with photographer.
- Subject matter is open.
Call for Submissions: THE FENCE
THE FENCE offers a unique opportunity for photographers to present powerful photography in the public realm, and share their work with millions of people when/where they least expect it. By re-contextualizing the use of large format outdoor photographic displays normally reserved for advertising, THE FENCE becomes more than a showcase for photography – it becomes a shared public experience.
Website: http://fence.photoville.com/
5th Year | Exhibitions in 5 Cities | $5,000 Cash Prize + A Leica T Camera Package
Cost of Submission: $40 per series (6 images)
Submission Deadline: March 7, 2016
LHSA Student Photo Contest
LHSA invites all interested student photographers to help celebrate and enrich our Spring Shoot meeting in New York City, April 13-16th at the New York Hilton Midtown. The Student Photo Contest is an open competition (no restrictions as to subject matter, color or monochrome, type of camera, digital or film) Interested photographers are invited to submit up to two (2) total, hi resolution, electronic images in JPEG format to info@lhsa.org.
Submissions must be sent via email and shall be accepted no later than 12:00 pm CST, March 15, 2015.
All entries must have been shot in 2015 – 2016 and shall be the work of the photographer. The student will retain ownership of the images. Images will be judged by acclaimed photographer, Peter Turnley and will be announced during the meeting on Saturday, April 16th at 3:00 PM. Winners will be notified by e-mail or telephone.
1st, 2nd, 3rd, and 4th place winners will be notified before the LHSA Spring Shoot meeting and will be invited to attend our annual meeting in New York at their expense.
CONTEST RULES:
- Up to two (2) images may be submitted in jpeg format compressed no larger than 2 megabytes and no larger than 1024 pixels in the longest dimension
- Images may be in monochrome or color and must have been shot in 2015 – 2016
- Submissions shall be sent via e-mail to info@lhsa.org, attention STUDENT PHOTO CONTEST 2016 in the subject line
- Images must be accompanied by an electronic Cover Sheet that includes:
- Each image shall be labeled A and B, if two images are submitted
- Name – address – phone # – e-mail of the entrant
- Image data should include a title, camera model and lens used
- Aperture and shutter speed and ISO if known
WINNING ENTRIES:
- First Place winner will receive a one-year Print Membership to LHSA – The International Leica Society. In addition, an interview and first place image will be published in the Viewfinder.
- Second through Fourth place winners will receive a one-year Digital Membership. All winners will have their image published in the Viewfinder.
- Winners will be invited to the Spring Shoot meeting. The Student Registration ($30 – Saturday only) will be the responsibility of the winner(s) You may register at: http://lhsa.org/events/default.aspx.
- If the entrant is attending the meeting, please notify LHSA by e-mail.
- Images will only be used by LHSA for the contest. Images may be displayed at the Spring Shoot, “Viewfinder magazine”, LHSA web site or other information sources.
- Images shall remain the property of the photographer
Register to attend the LHSA Spring Shoot · April 13-16, 2016 · New York City
$30 Student registration (Sat. only) · Got to lhsa.org and register today!
Photo Contest: This is What Equality Looks Like to Me
This is What Equality Looks Like To Me — Photo Contest
CUNY ISLG’s Equality Indicators team developed a framework for measuring equality in Economy,
Education, Health, Housing, Justice, and Services. Equality, as we define it, is everyone having the same
outcomes regardless of disability, sexual orientation, gender, age, race, ethnicity, immigration status,
place of residence, and other characteristics.
Our framework is based on a data‐driven approach to measuring equality.
But we know data cannot tell the whole story.
That is why we are inviting you to share a photo that captures what equality looks like to you.
Who Is Eligible To Participate
Anyone is eligible to participate. Only one photo per contestant please.
The Rules
1.) Photos must be original (no downloading photos from Google free images) and under no
copyright restrictions
2.) Photos should be recent (taken in 2015)
3.) Entries should be high resolution in JPEG format
What You Will Win
1st Prize – An Ipad, An Equality Indicators T‐Shirt or tote bag, and Annual Report for NYC 2015
2nd Prize – An Equality Indicators T‐Shirt or tote bag
3rd Prize – An Equality Indicators Annual Report for NYC 2015
All winning photos will be posted on the Equality Indicators website.
Judging Criteria
Photos will be judged on how well they capture population groups and/or themes that are included in
the Equality Indicators study. Winning pictures should be thought‐ and/or emotion‐provoking.
The Population Groups
12 groups who are likely to experience inequality in NYC:
• Children under 18
• Immigrants
• Individuals currently in jail or on probation
• Individuals living in poverty
• Individuals with a physical or intellectual disability
• Individuals with less than a high school diploma
• Lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer individuals (LGBTQ)
• Racial and ethnic minorities
• Religious minorities
• Seniors 65 and over
• Single parents
• Women
The Themes
Six thematic areas were explored in the indicator study:
• Economy
• Education
• Health
• Housing
• Justice
• Services
Deadline for Entry
December 18, 2015
How To Enter
Email your photo to equality@islg.cuny.edu
Include:
• Your Name
• Your Email Address
• Your Phone Number
• Your City & State
• One sentence about your photo
Be sure to follow us on Twitter and LinkedIn for updates about the contest.
Good Luck!
Photographer / Videographer Wanted
The Parsons MFA Fine Arts program is looking for an independent, self-driven, part-time photographer and videographer for 9 hours a week. Applicants would need to be available to shoot stills and video of Fine Arts Special Events, Lectures, and Artists visiting studios. Imagery will be posted to the Fine Arts website. Also, applicants would need to be free to work Wednesdays from 3pm to 8pm with an additional four hours post production and upload to a storage device; comfortable shooting both high quality still photos of guest speakers in formal lecture setting and informal studio environments; Experience with recording audio/video of lectures taking place each Wednesday in Kellen Auditorium.
Please send resume to Leslie Henkel at henkell@newschool.edu
Summer Student Assistant Wanted – AMT
Responsibilities: You will assist the Art, Media and Technology administrative staff with documenting various events, as well as clerical/design duties, including drafting communications, designing event posters, writing blog posts, managing databases, and running errands.
Minimum qualifications: The ideal candidate should have experience with video and digital photography cameras, editing in iMovie and Quicktime. Additionally, some knowledge in MS Office, Adobe CS, and Google Docs/Drive/Calendar prefered. Candidate should be organized and detail-oriented and be able to work under minimal supervision.
Additional skills and/or areas of aptitude we’re looking for:
– WordPress
– Social media
– Graphic design
– Photography/Video
Please note in your cover letter if you have experience in any of the areas listed above. Federal work study is preferred but not mandatory. Work hours are flexible based on your class schedule, but all work will be based out of the AMT office at 79 Fifth Ave. We have a ping-pong table and a Nespresso machine.
Start date: ASAP
Hours/compensation: 20 hours/week, $13/hour
If interested please contact Leslie Henkel henkell[at]newschool.edu
Internship Opportunity with Artist Anthony Tafuro
Internship for Anthony Tafuro (BA.KU. book release prep) From: May1st-June2nd. Location: Reis Studios (Long Island City).
Hours/Compensation: Once a week (for 4-5 hours). Lunch/any meals while working. Duties:
On June 5th,12th, and the 18th I’ll be showing the same project at three different venues in NY. These venues are powerHouse Arena, Printed Matter, and 7Dunham. This show will then tour, stopping in San Francisco, San Diego, and Vancouver. I need an intern to help in prepping the pop up show. I’ve had no time to complete the exhibition… This is because of work, booking the openings, and handling my own PR. Prepping for the exhibition will include dropping off/picking up prints. Promoting for the events via email/social media. Lastly trips to the post office to send off copies of BA. KU. for gift/review. Thanks.
Contact:
anthony@anthonytafuro.com
516-312-9702
Summer Internship Opportunity
Summer Photo Intern
New lifestyle blog covering, food, entertaining, home decor, beauty and style is looking for a photo intern.
We’re looking for a talented photographer who can help us set the visual language and tone for the site.
Responsibilities include shooting still life shots, event shots, street style, lifestyle shots as well as photo editing. Intern will also be responsible for archiving and logging images for future reference.
Intern will receive photo credit as well as college credit.
Candidates with video and video editing skills preferred but not necessary.
To apply, send link to your online portfolio and resume to caletha@calethacrawford.com.
Stephen K Schuster Studios is accepting internship applications for late Spring and Summer, 2015
Position available for a hard working art student with an interest in photography, video and contemporary art.
Responsibilities include assistance with archive maintenance, on set video and photo shooting, book making, installation production, client relations and general office and studio management.
This is a position for those looking to gain experience with an artist who works both in the commercial photography and fine art worlds.
The studio seeks a candidate who is interested in developing an ongoing working relationship with the artist and studio.
Basic knowledge of the Adobe Creative Suite and digital capture required.
Internship will require at least 8 and at max 30 hours a week. Studio will provide or reimburse student for food during work days.
Please send a simple resume, a link to your website (or blog) and a short introduction to:
For more info check out: stephenkschuster.com or Twinbrobro.com
The studio is based in the Bedford Stuyvesant neighborhood, in Brooklyn- a couple blocks from the G train.
Call for submissions: HCB Award is a prize of 35,000€
Presented by the Fondation Henri Cartier-Bresson every other year, the HCB Award is a prize of 35,000€ intended for photographers who have already completed a significant body of work with an approach close to that of documentary. Applications are accepted until April, 30th.
The prize-winner will be designated in June 2015 by an international jury.
Download rules and application forms on www.henricartierbresson.org
Internships at MOMA
Photo by Paula Court
Seasonal Internships
The Seasonal Internship Program provides undergraduate and graduate students and beginning professionals with practical experience in a specific area of museum work at The Museum of Modern Art. In addition to departmental work, each Tuesday interns participate in professional development activities designed to increase understanding of the Museum’s various collections, exhibitions, and departments. The Museum hosts approximately 30 interns per season in just about every department. Participants may arrange for academic credit through their school, but it is certainly not a requirement.
Learn more about Seasonal Internships
12-Month Internships
Full-time, 12-Month internships with stipends are offered for recent college graduates interested in pursuing a museum career. The focused departmental training is integrated with the fall, spring, and summer lecture series and complemented with financial provisions for the interns to attend an international art event related to their field of interest. 12-Month internships provide training in specific museum fields through close work with a professional staff member, familiarity with modern and contemporary art through seminars and discussions, and an educational program that exposes interns to the workings of the Museum as a whole and considers the role of museums in the broader cultural context. 12-Month interns will also be given the opportunity to develop and regularly deliver public gallery talks about the Museum’s collection.
INTERNSHIP WITH RONALD FELDMAN FINE ARTS
Prestigious contemporary art gallery seeks a Photography Archivist Intern. The ideal candidate must have a strong understanding of the technical and aesthetic standards of photography. Familiarity with PCs, Photoshop, and Bridge is required. Responsibilities will include scanning and archiving artworks and ephemera, doing minor retouching work in Photoshop, and assisting the Photography Archivist with photographing artworks. The candidate must be able to commit two days a week for three months. A stipend will be paid at the end of the internship.
For more information about our gallery, please visit:
www.feldmangallery.com www.artsy.net/ronald-feldman-fine-arts
Please, send a cover letter and resume to casey@feldmangallery.com.
Opportunity to Exhibit at the Hermitage Museum
This June, seventeen New School students will have the chance to exhibit one of their photographs or videos at one of the world’s great museums, The State Hermitage Museum in Saint Petersburg, Russia.
This year’s exhibition concept as chosen by the team at the Hermitage is, “The Museum and City as Art”. Please interpret this concept broadly as we are not only looking for literal translations of this theme.
Guidelines for submission are as follows:
You may submit up to 10 photographs at 72 dpi, 20 inches on the longest side, or 3 two to three minutes videos (.MOV) to Thomas Werner at wernert@newschool.edu. Please use WeTransfer to send video submissions.
Submission Deadline: 6pm, Wednesday, February 25th, 2015
Selected artists will be notified by March, 18th, 2015
Studio in a School’s ARTS Intern Program is Now Accepting Applications
We are pleased to announce that Studio in a School’s ARTS Intern Program is now accepting applications for paid summer internships for summer 2015, providing exciting opportunities for students to work in New York City museums.
This year, participating institutions include:
El Museo del Barrio
The International Center for Photography
Museum of the Moving Image
The Noguchi Museum
MoMA PS1
The Queens Museum of Art
The Rubin Museum of Art
Studio Museum in Harlem
The Frick Collection
American Folk Art Museum
The Brooklyn Museum
Students may visit the site, www.artsintern.org, to review the available positions and eligibility requirements. If interested, students should apply directly to the museum contact listed for each position, not to ArtsIntern. Museums conduct their own selection process.
Program Eligibility
- Students must be attending a college or university within the five boroughs of New York City, or must be residents of New York City. There will be no exceptions to this requirement.
- Applicants must be enrolled full time, entering their sophomore, junior or senior year as candidates for an undergraduate degree. College graduates are not eligible to participate in the program.
- Applicants must demonstrate financial need by submitting appropriate documentation along with their application Please note, this internship is only available to students receiving financial aid and have an EFC of $7,000 or less. Students should have filed a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) for the most recent academic year. Their Student Aid Report (SAR) must indicate an Expected Family Contribution (EFC) of $7,000 or less. Candidates will submit their SAR as a PDF document along with their cover letter, resume, and transcript. Students who do not meet this qualification will not be considered for an interview.
- Accepted interns commit to participate in all group programs offered by the program and complete all 9 weeks of the internship.
- Applicants may be accepted from all areas of undergraduate study and need not have experience in the arts or prior experience.
ARTS INTERN at Studio in a School
410 W. 59th St
New York, NY 10019
www.artsintern.org
artsintern@studioinaschool.org
2015 National Press Photographers Foundation Student Scholarships
Applications are now open for the 2015 National Press Photographers Foundation student scholarships. Students’ portfolios compete for $16,000 in scholarships, as eight $2,000 scholarships will be awarded. Applications are open to both graduate and undergraduate students, and all scholarships are open to any applicant.
The Still and Multimedia Scholarship and the TV News Scholarship compliment scholarships that honor the memories of Bob Baxter, Reid Blackburn, Bob East, Kit King and Jimi Lott. Each scholarship is $2,000. New this year is the Rich Clarkson Founders Scholarship, which will go to a student with demonstrated leadership ability. Students wishing to compete for this scholarship will write an essay about their leadership skills and experiences.
Foundation scholarship chairperson James Brown says that the application is a three-part process that involves creating an account on the NPPF Web site, filling out an application form, and then uploading a portfolio or links to video stories.
The deadline for uploading portfolios is 11:59 p.m. EST on March 2, 2015
Stephen K Schuster Studios is accepting internship applications for late Spring and Summer, 2015
Internship position available for a hard working student with an interest in photography, video and contemporary art.
Responsibilities include assistance with archive maintenance, on set video and photo shooting, book making, installation production, client relations and general office and studio management.
This is a position for those looking to gain experience with an artist who works both in the commercial photography and fine art worlds. The studio seeks a candidate who is interested in developing an ongoing working relationship with the artist and studio.
Basic knowledge of the Adobe Creative Suite and digital capture required.
Internship will require at least 8 and at max 30 hours a week.
Studio will provide or reimburse student for food during work days.
Please send a simple resume, a link to your website (or blog) and a short introduction to:
studio@stephenkschuster.com
For more info check out: stephenkschuster.com or twinbrobro.com
The studio is based in the Bedford Stuyvesant neighborhood, in Brooklyn, a couple blocks from the G train.
Flash Forward 2015 Competition – Deadline December 15
FLASH FORWARD 2015 COMPETITION CALL FOR SUBMISSIONS
Ends December 15, 2014
This is an open call for submissions, open to all photographers working in Canada, the UK and the US. Applicants must be 34 years-of-age or under as of December 31, 2014.
- Should you have questions about the competition or what to submit, please refer to our FAQs page.
- If you are ready to submit your work please proceed to: https://magenta.submittable.com/submit/
This call for submissions ends December 15, 2014.
