By using this site, you agree to the Privacy Policy and Terms of Use.
Accept
DailynewsegyptDailynewsegypt
  • Home
  • Business
    BusinessShow More
    German ambassador to Cairo calls for more privatisation of public companies
    German ambassador to Cairo calls for more privatisation of public companies
    June 7, 2023
    $513m increase in Egypt’s foreign-exchange reserves to $26.686bn in May 2023
    $513m increase in Egypt’s foreign-exchange reserves to $26.686bn in May 2023
    June 7, 2023
    Qatar Investment Authority wants to fully acquire Telecom Egypt’s stake in Vodafone Egypt via subsidiary: Sources
    Qatar Investment Authority wants to fully acquire Telecom Egypt’s stake in Vodafone Egypt via subsidiary: Sources
    June 7, 2023
    7th annual Capital Markets Summit to be launched on 20 June
    7th annual Capital Markets Summit to be launched on 20 June
    June 7, 2023
    CBE receives 21 offers worth $644.1m to cover dollar-denominated T-bill issuance
    CBE receives 21 offers worth $644.1m to cover dollar-denominated T-bill issuance
    June 7, 2023
  • Politics
    PoliticsShow More
    Egypt’s Al-Sisi starts African tour to Angola, Zambia, and Mozambique
    Egypt’s Al-Sisi starts African tour to Angola, Zambia, and Mozambique
    June 7, 2023
    Egypt, Serbia hold round of consultations to discuss strengthening bilateral relations
    Egypt, Serbia hold round of consultations to discuss strengthening bilateral relations
    June 7, 2023
    All civilians in Sudan are in danger: UN High Commissioner for Refugees
    All civilians in Sudan are in danger: UN High Commissioner for Refugees
    June 7, 2023
    Arab League calls on Security Council to shoulder its responsibilities, oblige Israel to end occupation
    Arab League calls on Security Council to shoulder its responsibilities, oblige Israel to end occupation
    June 5, 2023
    Institute of Diplomatic Studies holds training course for diplomats from South Sudan
    Institute of Diplomatic Studies holds training course for diplomats from South Sudan
    June 5, 2023
  • Interviews
    InterviewsShow More
    EFG Finance to launch unified platform gathering all its financing services: Alaa Al-Afifi
    EFG Finance to launch unified platform gathering all its financing services: Alaa Al-Afifi
    May 31, 2023
    I changed my artistic path to create ‘state of wonder’: Tarek Lotfi
    I changed my artistic path to create ‘state of wonder’: Tarek Lotfi
    May 25, 2023
    I adore Ramadan drama, ‘Telt Al-Talata’ series achieved great success: Ghada Abdel Razek
    I adore Ramadan drama, ‘Telt Al-Talata’ series achieved great success: Ghada Abdel Razek
    May 8, 2023
    We aim to establish Egypt as nearshore centre for Software AG for MET region: Rami Kichli
    We aim to establish Egypt as nearshore centre for Software AG for MET region: Rami Kichli
    April 29, 2023
    Egypt-Spain relations witness remarkable development in recent years: Spanish ambassador in Cairo
    Egypt-Spain relations witness remarkable development in recent years: Spanish ambassador in Cairo
    April 18, 2023
  • Culture
  • Opinion
  • Sports
  • Lifestyle
Reading: The Reportage Project
Share
Notification
Latest News
Chimpanzees' communication development echoes human infants
Chimpanzees’ communication development echoes human infants
Science
Does multimorbidity impact chronic disease treatment?
Does multimorbidity impact chronic disease treatment?
Science
German ambassador to Cairo calls for more privatisation of public companies
German ambassador to Cairo calls for more privatisation of public companies
Business
$513m increase in Egypt’s foreign-exchange reserves to $26.686bn in May 2023
$513m increase in Egypt’s foreign-exchange reserves to $26.686bn in May 2023
Business
Egypt’s Al-Sisi starts African tour to Angola, Zambia, and Mozambique
Egypt’s Al-Sisi starts African tour to Angola, Zambia, and Mozambique
Egypt Politics
Aa
Aa
DailynewsegyptDailynewsegypt
  • Home
  • Business
  • Politics
  • Interviews
  • Culture
  • Opinion
  • Sports
  • Lifestyle
  • Home
  • Business
  • Politics
  • Interviews
  • Culture
  • Opinion
  • Sports
  • Lifestyle
Have an existing account? Sign In
Follow US
  • Advertise
© 2023 DNE News. All Rights Reserved.
Dailynewsegypt > Blog > Culture > The Reportage Project
Culture

The Reportage Project

Fady Salah
Last updated: 2012/12/29 at 2:27 PM
By Fady Salah 4 Min Read
Share
A glimpse into CIC's photo school
A glimpse into CIC's photo school
SHARE
A glimpse into CIC's photo school
A glimpse into CIC’s photo school

Contemporary Image Collective (CIC) was founded in 2004 in Cairo out of the city’s lack of any real space for the development of the visual, artistic and cultural sector.

Maha Maamoun, Thomas Hartwell, Rana El Nemr, Paul Ayoub-Geday and Heba Farid, professionals who shared a visual arts and communication background, came together and set up an independent, non-profit initiative with the purpose of establishing an effective visual media landscape in Egypt.

Since all of the founding members were in one way or another connected to visual arts, CIC took a particular interest in the place and role that the photographic image has in society and media. It set up a photography school where the CIC staff does not only focus on technical training, but also on developing the students’ critical discourse on visual culture. It also encourages their students to communicate information and express ideas via visual arts.

As no universities in Egypt have either a minor or a major in photography, CIC fills quite a big gap.

“[CIC] was born out of need for and lack of resources in the visual arts field,” says Mohammed Abdallah, CIC’s financial and operations manager.

Apart from specialized classes CIC also runs various programs and workshops that focus on different topics, from book launches to art exhibitions and symposiums.

The Image Collective’s latest project revolves around photojournalism. CIC, in collaboration with Pathshala South Asian Media Institute in Bangladesh and the Oslo and Akershus University College in Norway, have launched The Reportage Project and are currently calling for applications.

The project will host 10 students from Bangladesh, 10 students from Norway and 10 young Egyptian photographers, who are newspaper employees, freelancers, or just dedicated students.

“It’s basically made up of academic courses in visual storytelling; it’s an alternative means of education in photojournalism,” said Abdallah about The Reportage Project.

“Through this project CIC is creating learning opportunities for people who already work in the media field, but it’s not just about learning, it also promotes mentorship programs,” Abdallah added.

The project will unfold in Egypt, this being the first time that such an endeavour is hosted by a MENA country.

The reportage project seeks to enhance students’ knowledge on visual storytelling, story pitching and planning for a successful news story, which covers all angles.

Even if you don’t have a background in photojournalism, but you think you’re up for the job, don’t hesitate to apply.

“The portfolio that candidates present is more important that the experience they have,” said Abdallah.

This program is fully funded and all attendees are compensated for their research costs. Hurry up and apply if you are an Egyptian national residing in Egypt; the deadline is 7 January 2013.

You Might Also Like

I changed my artistic path to create ‘state of wonder’: Tarek Lotfi

The story behind Gayer-Anderson Museum in Cairo

I adore Ramadan drama, ‘Telt Al-Talata’ series achieved great success: Ghada Abdel Razek

Mona Zaki leads race in Ramadan TV series

Cleopatra was not black: Egyptian experts slam Netflix for misrepresenting history in new drama-documentary

TAGGED: CIC, Culture, DNE, funds, initiative
Share this Article
Facebook Twitter Email Print
Previous Article Russia urges Assad to talk to opposition
Next Article Wasat denies being offered premiership
Leave a comment

Leave a Reply Cancel reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

Ad image
Ad image

Stay Connected

Facebook Like
Twitter Follow
Instagram Follow
Youtube Subscribe

Latest News

Chimpanzees' communication development echoes human infants
Chimpanzees’ communication development echoes human infants
Science
Does multimorbidity impact chronic disease treatment?
Does multimorbidity impact chronic disease treatment?
Science
German ambassador to Cairo calls for more privatisation of public companies
German ambassador to Cairo calls for more privatisation of public companies
Business
$513m increase in Egypt’s foreign-exchange reserves to $26.686bn in May 2023
$513m increase in Egypt’s foreign-exchange reserves to $26.686bn in May 2023
Business
//
Egypt’s only independent daily newspaper in English. Discuss the country’s latest with the paper’s reporters, editors, and other readers.

Quick Link

  • Home
  • Business
  • Politics
  • Interviews
  • Culture
  • Opinion
  • Sports
  • Lifestyle

Sign Up for Our Newsletter

Subscribe to our newsletter to get our newest articles instantly!

© 2023 DNE News. All Rights Reserved.

Join Us!

Subscribe to our newsletter and never miss our latest news, podcasts etc..

Zero spam, Unsubscribe at any time.

Removed from reading list

Undo
Welcome Back!

Sign in to your account

Lost your password?