If you live or travel to one of these countries and can take photos, this opportunity is for you!
Contact: [email protected]
💡Introduction💡
Welcome to the Capture The Authenticity hosted by Scopio! We invite photographers from India, Germany, Japan, South Korea and Turkey to participate in our mission to challenge stereotypes and showcase the true essence of your country.
📸 Who Can Participate?📸
- Open to All Photographers: Whether you're a seasoned professional or an amateur with a passion for photography, we welcome you.
- Diverse Submissions: We accept a wide range of styles and subjects that represent modern life in your country.
💵🥇Prizes and Recognition🥇💵
🌍 Country Winners
- $100 USD Cash Award for the best photo from each of the countries above
- Earn $100 for the #1 best photo from each of the countries.
- You will be paid for all accepted content after that which should be 90% accepted if you follow the guidelines.
- Earn $1 for each approved image
- Upload up to 600 photos for this project.
- You will also earn from any downloads in the images after that so if all get accepted by the project that will be $600 more.
- Your photos are not exclusive, so the copyright is totally yours and you can use your images as you wish.
- They will also go on Scopio marketplace so you can earn more of every download.
- Get paid when your content is used or when companies hire you.
- Featured in Scopio's "Global Perspectives" online gallery.
- Professional portfolio review with industry experts
- Scopio now offers support in guiding your photo production process with tips and guides to increase your chances of having your photos accepted.
- Opportunity to collaborate on future Scopio projects
📣 Honorable Mentions 📣
- Exclusive interview and spotlight on our website and social media platforms
- Inclusion in our digital photobook "Global Perspectives"
- Certificate of recognition
- Verified Photographer Badge on Scopio platform
- Opportunity to Teach: The winning photographer will be offered the chance to teach a course on photography to the Scopio global community, with payment for sharing their expertise so we can all learn how to take more impactful photos.
📝 👁️ Submission Guidelines 📝
- See the brief here, these are the topics we are looking for.
- See the quality guidelines here.
- Check the Visual guide here.
- Check out examples of what was chosen last time here.
- Original Work: Submissions must be original and taken by the participant within the last year.
- No Mobile Photography: Only images captured with professional cameras are accepted.
- No Logos or Trademarks: Images must not contain any visible logos or trademarks.
- Quality Standards:
- Format: JPEG or PNG
- Resolution: Minimum 300 DPI
- Size: Up to 20 MB per image
- Model Releases: If your photo includes recognizable people, you must obtain a signed model release, which can be filled out in the Scopio dashboard during submission.
- Additional Information: You must add a location, title, and keywords to each image when uploading it to our system. We will find your images based on the location tag so don't forget it!
- Number of Entries: Each participant can submit up to 600 photographs.
- Caption and Description: Provide a brief description for each photo, explaining the context and significance. Use the story section to share why this photo is important and what it represents about modern life in your country.
- Terms: These images will live non-exclusive on Scopio and you keep the copyright.
⬆️ 💪 How to Submit ⬆️ 💪
- Get the specific guides and look books of the project: Ask for them by sending an email to [email protected] and get more support in the process.
- Prepare Your Photos: Ensure they meet all the guidelines mentioned above.
- Send your previews: So that our judges can review it and give you feedback before submitting your content. Share a Drive link to [email protected]
- Implement the feedback you receive from Scopio.
- Fill Out the Submission Form: Or submit directly via the Scopio app.
- Upload Your Entries: Attach your photos, add the required location, title, and keywords, and fill out any necessary model releases.
- Review and Submit: Double-check all information before submitting.
Submissions close on November 22, 2024, at 11:59 PM GMT.
👀🌟 Judging Criteria 👀🌟
Our panel of expert judges from the photography and arts community will evaluate submissions based on:
- Relevance to Theme: How well the photo captures and conveys authenticity and challenges stereotypes.
- Technical Excellence: Quality of execution including focus, lighting, and post-processing.
- Emotional Impact: Ability to evoke emotions and tell a compelling story.
📅 Timeline 📅
- Judging Period: October 21, 2024 - November 2, 2024
- Feedback from our judges: November 04, 2024 - November 15, 2024
- Submission Period: November 15, 2024 - November 22, 2024
- Winners Announcement: December 16, 2024
❓ FAQs❓
Q: Is there an entry fee?
A: No, participation in this contest is completely free.
Q: Do I retain the rights to my photographs?
A: Yes, photographers retain full ownership and rights to their work. By submitting, you grant Scopio the rights to use your photos for non-exclusive use on Scopio.
Q: Can I submit photos taken on a smartphone?
A: No, only photos taken with professional cameras are accepted for this contest.
Q: Are photo manipulations allowed?
A: Basic editing and color corrections are allowed, but excessive manipulation that alters the reality of the scene is discouraged.
✉️ Contact Us ✉️
For any questions or assistance, feel free to reach out:
- Contact: https://scop.io/pages/contact-us
- Instagram: @scopioimages
- Email: [email protected]
About Scopio
Scopio is a global platform dedicated to empowering photographers by providing opportunities to share their stories and connect with audiences worldwide. We believe in the power of authentic imagery to inspire, educate, and bring people together.
Ready to change perspectives and showcase the real story of your country?
Join us in celebrating the diversity and authenticity of modern life across the globe.
