One Day Workshops at MediaStorm in Brooklyn

This one-day workshop is designed for anyone interested in multimedia storytelling, no experience is necessary. We will be looking primarily at multimedia methodology and theory. This is a workshop where you will be asked to look deeper, into the when and why of different storytelling techniques and approaches.

For additional information, and to apply for upcoming workshops, please visit our site.

MediaStorm Workshops in London

This one-day workshop provides 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 proven techniques to improve reporting and post production. The Frontline Club is the London hub for a diverse group of people united by their passion for the best quality journalism.

Workshop date: February 20, 2012 

For additional information, and to apply for upcoming workshops, please visit the Frontline Club site.

Foto8, “a gallery and screening room dedicated to showcasing the very best new documentary and photojournalism projects,” welcomes Brian Storm for an exclusive engagement and opportunity for photographers and film makers to hear the stories behind the celebrated productions of MediaStorm. Storm will showcase past and current projects and discuss the role of multimedia in harnessing the power of the internet and photography to tell stories and reach new audiences.

Spaces are limited and likely to sell out fast. Please book your place online now.

Date: February 21, 2012, 6:30-8:30 pm

Visit Foto8 for additional information about the event.

Advanced Storytelling Workshops at MediaStorm

The primary goal of the MediaStorm Advanced Storytelling Workshop is to create an intimate, character-driven documentary that is ready for publication. Participants will work directly with two MediaStorm producers, in the field and in the editing suite, as part of a crew dedicated to telling a story. Participants will create their stories under the direction of MediaStorm producers in a collaborative, educational and hands-on environment.

Deadlines for two upcoming Advanced Storytelling Workshops:

• July 28-August 3, 2012 with an application deadline on June 5, 2012.
• November 10-November 16 with an application deadline on September 12, 2012.

For additional information, and to apply for upcoming workshops, please visit our site.

MediaStorm Methodology Workshops in Brooklyn

The MediaStorm Methodology Workshop is designed for educators looking to create curricula based on our approach, for organizational leaders tasked with creating and leading multimedia departments, and for professionals looking to start their own media company or integrate MediaStorm concepts into their organizations.

Dates for three upcoming Methodology Workshops:

• June 18-22, 2012 with an application deadline on April 8, 2012.
• August 13-17, 2012 with an application deadline on June 18, 2012.
• December 10-15, 2012 with an application deadline on October 15, 2012.

For additional information, and to apply for upcoming workshops, please visit our site.

This year’s NOOR-Nikon Masterclass in Documentary Photography will take place in Cape Town, South Africa from March 26-March 30, in collaboration with the Cape Town School of Photography. This opportunity is open to young and aspiring documentary photographers and photojournalists who are South African or are from the SADC (Southern African Development Community) region with a valid passport. Eligible photographers are welcome to submit their portfolios for selection by February 22, 2012. The workshop is free of charge; travel and accommodation will be organized by the local organization (possession of a passport and travel insurance is required to apply).

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 personal vision.

NOOR Photo Agency and Foundation and Nikon Europe BV support documentary photographers from emerging markets all over the world through the organization of annual motivational masterclasses. Access past NOOR educational projects online.

Visit the NOOR website for submission information or download the submission guidelines here.

The Kalish workshop will be held this year from June 11-15 at Ball State University. The workshop is an intense four and a half days of intense training in storytelling through visual editing with an emphasis in multimedia. Participants will walk away from the workshop having learned to establish a narrative, select media mix, edit the narrative, and produce the story for online and print publication.

Over the week, the faculty will lead participants in a combination of lectures, hands-on exercises, critiques, and group discussions. This year’s multimedia faculty includes Brian Storm of MediaStorm and Geri Migielicz of Story4. Additional sessions include Danny Gawlowski, The Seattle Times; Mark Edelson, The Palm Beach Post; Kenny Irby, The Poynter Institue; John Rumbach, The Herald; and Scott Sines, The Commercial Appeal.

This year the National Press Photographers Association and Associated Press Photo Managers are each offering two full-tuition scholarships. In addition, The Kalish workshop will be offering ten stipends toward registration. MediaStorm will also be offering attending participants a discount on online training products.

Deadlines for all scholarships and workshop registration is April 1, 2012.

Register now on The Kalish website.

Eligibility and application information for the NPPA full-tuition scholarships available here.

To apply for an APPM full-tuition scholarship, send an email to John Rumbach, president of APPM, jrumbach@dcherald.com. Tell us about yourself and explain why you want to attend The Kalish. Preference will be given to APPM members.

For additional information, email Kalish director Sue Morrow or visit The Kalish online.

The Los Angeles Times photo department is seeking a visual journalist for a position in the company’s Metpro program. Metpro is a unique diversity program designed to help beginning journalists launch careers in the media industry. The Los Angeles Times is seeking high-potential, highly motivated aspiring visual journalists with diverse backgrounds or life experiences. The program’s main thrust is to provide participants–recent college graduates or journalists with limited professional experience–the training and support necessary to put them on a fast track to success.

The deadline for applications is January 31, 2012.

Interested applicants should contact Sr. Photo Editor Robert St. John via email at robert.stjohn@latimes.com with resumes, references and links to their work.

UnionDocs, a center for documentary art in Brooklyn, NY, will host a workshop in transmedia storytelling with five artists, game designers and storytellers to showcase and discuss their exploration and development of innovative approaches to visual storytelling. As interest in transmedia has grown over the past couple years, many misconceptions and lack of understanding surround it.

Join in the public discussion with Designer Takaaki Okada (ConditionONE), game designer Nick Fortugno (Diner Dash), new media strategist Brian Newman (sub-genre), filmmakers Amam Ali and Bassam Tariq (30 Mosques), and producer and strategist John Bruce (Forward Mapworks) as they shed light on their emergent work that utilizes a transmedia approach. Hear how projects are produced, campaigns initiated, and business models developed  through case studies and critical discussion.

The event will take place on Sunday, January 29th at 4:00 pm at UnionDocs. Visit their website for further information on the event.