Aspiring Alex photojournalists urged to apply for the programme
Alex creatives wishing to take photojournalism as a career are asked to apply for Canon South Africa's Canon Student Development Programme (CSDP).
Aspiring Alex photojournalists are called upon to apply for Canon South Africa’s Canon Student Development Programme (CSDP) whose applications for the seventh iteration of the programme have opened.
The programme has already supported hundreds of aspiring photographers in taking the first vital steps towards a career in photojournalism. The initiative offers access and exposure to experienced professionals from the photographic community and the opportunity to attend key industry events.
CSDP says some of its former alumni have gone on to work for reputable news agencies and internationally renowned publications, such as 2021 alumni Chiara Negrello, whose work has since been regularly featured in the New York Times; 2022 alumni Vasilis Tsiolis, whose intimate portrayal of nomadic goat herders in Greece has been covered by the Guardian, and Swiss-based Sara Affolter, who has been supported by her CSDP mentor Ulla Lohmann throughout the process of publishing her first book on animal rights.
The programme is open to students and interns riding and studying in Europe, the Middle East and Africa, from March 13 until April 16. A limited number of spaces will also be available to talent endorsed by industry professionals. Submissions will be judged by a panel of editors from Getty Images, Reuters, AFP and EPA who will decide on the initial 100-strong cohort of the region’s most promising young storytellers.
To apply to be a part of the 2023 Canon Student Development Programme or view the entry criteria, visit:
https://www.canon-europe.com/get-involved/student-development-programme/
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