OPPORTUNITIES FOR CARTOON JOURNALISTS IN QATAR!
World Press Freedom Cartoon Contest…2013 Courage in Journalism Awards open for female journalists
* Entries from cartoonists to depict ‘Media Freedom’
* Cash Price of $1500, $1000 & $800 will be awarded to the three top-placed cartoons on May 3rd
- The size of the cartoon should be at least A4; 21 by 29.2 cm; or 8.50 by 11 inches
- A jury of five members, including award-winning cartoonists, will be presided over by the Director of Doha Centre for Media Freedom, Jan Keulen
- Applicants to submit final entries on April 1st 11:59 PM AST
BY THOMPSON RONEL, UAE BUREAU CHIEF/DUBAI
RECOGNITION is on the way for creative cartoonists in United States, Europe, Asia and Africa-particularly endowed Nigerian cartoonists who are ready to be part of history as this year’s World Press Freedom Cartoon Contest slated for May 3, 2013 under the theme: ‘Media Freedom’ has attracted the attention of the international media willing to celebrate the winners.
The Media Contest Selection
In a press statement addressed to Naija Standard, it reads “To mark World Press Freedom Day on May 3, Doha Centre for Media Freedom has organised its inaugural DCMF World Press Freedom Cartoon Contest. The centre is looking forward to receiving cartoons from artists all over the world, depicting the theme of “Media Freedom.”
World Press Freedom Day
Our Correspondent learnt May 3 was declared World Press Freedom Day by the United Nations (UN) General Assembly In 1993, and each year it serves as a reminder of the difficulties faced by journalists and members of the media around the world.
Expectations from Cartoon Entries
Cartoons can often express stories, news and opinions more clearly than words, and at times of conflict, cartoonists and artists are regularly among the first to be silenced.
For World Press Freedom Day in 2013, Doha Centre for Media Freedom would like to honour the bravery and creativity of courageous cartoonists and journalists who use their work to battle against restrictions imposed on the media and society in general.
DCMF has launched its inaugural “DCMF World Press Freedom Cartoon Competition,” and looks forward to seeing how cartoonists around the world depict issues related to media freedom.
Criteria for entrants:
1. The theme of this competition is “Media Freedom.” The cartoons should capture any major events related to media freedom in 2012-2013. Suggested topics include censorship issues, crackdowns on media outlets and attacks against journalists, etc.
2. This competition is open to all cartoonists from all over the world. Participants must be aged 18 and over.
3. Each participant can contribute only one cartoon to the competition.
4. Any text written on the cartoon should be translated into English or Arabic.
5. Cartoons can be either black and white or in colour.
6. Only original work will be accepted.
7. All submissions must include the name, email address, telephone number and a brief biography of the cartoonist.
8. Only still cartoons will be accepted.
9. The image should be in .png. gif. Jpg or . jpeg formats only and the minimum size is 3 MB.
10. DCMF reserves the right to reuse the received work at various platforms. The organisation does not take responsibility for returning the work to its author after the competition.
11. The size of the cartoon should be at least A4; 21 by 29.2 cm; or 8.50 by 11 inches.
12. All submissions must be sent to editor@dc4mf.org by April 1st 11:59 PM AST.
Jury
1. A jury of five members, including award-winning cartoonists, will be presided over by the Director of Doha Centre for Media Freedom, Jan Keulen.
2. The decision of the jury will be final.
Prizes
1. Cash prizes of $1500, $1000 and $800 will be awarded to the three top-placed cartoons on May 3rd.
2. Selected cartoons will be exhibited during the World Press Freedom Day celebrations.
3. Winners will be notified via email by April 20th.
2013 Courage in Journalism Awards Criteria
For outstanding female journalists who have distinguished themselves in print, online, broadcasting; they are to send in applications for 2013 Courage in Journalism Awards by visiting: www.scholarshubafrica.com
The award organised by ‘The International Women’s Media Foundation is now accepting nominations for courageous journalists for this year’s historic ceremony.
EDITOR’S NOTE: Our Board of Editors wish the successful winners the best of luck in Doha, as we will be there to cover the award presentation in Doha live!
