Author: Mark E. Johnson

Passed along from Frannie Fabian …  Given the tough economic climate and the critical need for multimedia training, MediaStorm will be holding a one-time, tuition-free Advanced Multimedia Reporting Workshop, in Brooklyn, NY from June 20-26, 2009. The MediaStorm Advanced Multimedia Workshops are designed for multimedia storytellers who want to get to the next level. It is not an introductory course....

FYI … I’m writing from Transitions (TOL), a non-profit journalism and media training organisation based in Prague. We thought that some of your students might be interested in our summer photojournalism course. Each summer TOL brings together international groups of students and young journalists for practical training courses in international reporting, investigative journalism, photojournalism and new media. An important aspect...

FYI, another workshop opportunity … WPOW ANNOUNCES WOMEN-ONLY PHOTO WORKSHOPBOLIVIA, JULY 2009 This beginning and intermediate photography workshop will directly benefit WomenPhotojournalists of Washington (WPOW), a nonprofit based in Washington, DC.Instructors include Pulitzer winner Carol Guzy and AOL’s Cathaleen Curtiss.WASHINGTON, DC- April 6, 2009: WPOW (Women Photojournalists of Washington)announces a fund raising workshop for those interested in beginning and intermediatephotography...

FYI … 2009 Pictures with Purpose Details Who should attend?Photographers who have a desire to increase their visual storytelling skills, learn how to use their “voice” in a more meaningful way or revive a spirit numbed by the daily grind. What to expect?A magical, life-changing experience! Be prepared to shoot pictures, look at pictures, talk about pictures, discuss careers, and...