The International Institutions and Global Governance Program at the Council on Foreign Relations (CFR), in collaboration with MediaStorm, launched the eighth issue of its comprehensive Global Governance Monitor: Human Rights. The Monitor is an interactive multimedia tool that maps and evaluates efforts to tackle the most pressing problems facing the world, addressing the issues of Nuclear Nonproliferation, Global Finance, Oceans, Climate Change, and Public Health. The lastest installment tracks the international community's record in responding to the global challenge of human rights by providing a cinematic overview of the issue, an interactive timeline, an issue brief, a matrix cataloging relevant international treaties, organizations, and initiatives, an interactive map, and a resource guide. CFR dedicates itself to improving the understanding of the world, its challenges, and the foreign policy choices faced by the U.S. and other countries. The Global Governance Monitor has become an extensive and trusted resource used by government officials, journalists, and civic…

MSNBC.com seeks an experienced Picture Editor/Multimedia Producer for a full-time staff position in the New York City area. The picture editor must be able to edit under limited supervision  using the highest journalistic, ethical, quality and esthetic standards, be able to multi-task, and work under tight deadlines and with a budget. The ideal candidate will work with the newsroom to formulate coverage and collaborate with internal teams, parent companies and content providers. Proven news judgment, high ethical standards, writing and interpersonal skills are a must. A successful candidate will have broad knowledge and curiosity about news of all kinds and show a keen eye for spotting interesting and newsworthy visual content as well as generating story ideas. An understanding of industry tools and techniques, an innovative spirit, a passion for digital and social media, and the ability to solve problems in a fast-paced environment are highly desirable. Must be organized and able…

The National Press Photographers Association will be holding its annual Multimedia Immersion in Syracuse, NY on May 15-19, 2012. The workshop will be an intense, five-day, hands-on training workshop for visual journalists looking to expand and grow their multimedia skill sets using the latest technology. The focus will be on mixing photos, video and audio, and editing them into multimedia presentations. Every student will produce their own finished, professional project -- from capturing all the content to editing to compressing the final files. Previous students have ranged from multiple Pulitzer Prize Winners, Best of Photojournalism winners, the current White House Photographer, academics, editors, students, working professionals and freelancers all looking to supercharge their careers. This workshops provides the most personalized training experience with the lowest student-to-teacher ratio (with about 20 coaches for 40 students). The coaches are industry leaders and the best educators in the country. Visit the workshop home page for…

The Metropolitan Museum of Art, in New York City, seeks an experienced Media Producer to lead the development, presentation, and implementation of public-facing digital technologies and educational multimedia to support the Museum’s collection, exhibitions and related activities. Media projects may include media-rich digital resources, interactive installations, video and audio tours. Primary Responsibilities Oversees digital media projects from conception through completion, serving as the primary contact for internal and external parties. Creates and executes project proposals, specifications, and budgets; develops and manages multiple concurrent project plans; helps to shape and define the experience of the Museum visitor—both physical and virtual; and ensures quality and consistency across media product lines. Serves as media project team leader, working with content creators, designers, media specialists, external contractors, and editors, and production staff. Responsible for creating media that meets the interpretative goals of curatorial and education staff, along with objectives from other stakeholders.  Experience and Skills 5 years…

BD's Hope for a Healthy World Photo Competition is looking for submissions by photographers covering a variety of global health topics. The winners' work will be exhibited as part of the Hope for a Healthy World Photo Exhibition, a global health traveling photo gallery used to raise awareness and influence opinion on important health-related issues. The gallery will debut at the LOOK3 Festival of the Photograph, June 7-9, 2012 in Charlottesville, VA. This year's judges include David Griffin, Visuals Editor at the Washington Post, who for many years worked at National Geographic; Jon Jones, Photo Editor at Sunday TIMES, UK; and Kira Pollack, Director of Photography at TIME Magazine. All winners' work from last year's competition can be viewed on the contest site. BD is, "a medical technology company that develops, manufactures and sells medical devices, instrument systems and reagents. The Company is dedicated to improving people's health throughout the world." BD relies on imagery to tell stories…