Hello All,
I am a journalism student at CUNY Graduate School of Journalism, in New York City and am doing a short, 500 word article on the process of getting combat, violent and other "obscene", but newsworthy content, published. This is the first stage in a more in depth project that I plan to pursue.
I'm looking specifically at the process of capturing a controversial image on through to its publication. I'm curious to know your personal experience with this. For example, has there ever been a case where you captured an image that you thought needed to be published and wasn't? Also, how is the selection process made between you and your editor/agency and what personal ethical guidelines do you follow in the field? What is our duty as "witness" and journalist to the public, both to the subject and society?
I figure that the photographer, often the closest to the action, understands best what the image represents in its original context.
The interview could be done over the phone or through an E-Mail if it's easier. My first draft deadline for this story is Monday, November 2. Short notice, I know.
Not only is this an interesting project to myself and other students of journalism, it would be a valuable resource for journalists of all mediums.
I sincerely hope to get your input.
Thanks,
Aaron Adler
(917) 860-3650
aaron.adler@journalism.cuny.edu
