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Adobe, ASMP Cooperate in Assignment Photographer Directory

In March 2005, the American Society of Media Photographers (ASMP) and Adobe Systems Incorporated announced a strategic initiative to simplify the designer’s task of hiring an assignment photographer. Adobe then launched the “Adobe Photographers Directory,” a listing of professional photographers accessible directly from within Adobe’s Creative Suite 2 products. ASMP’s General members were the charter photographers listed in this directory.

The Adobe Photographers Directory is searchable by geographic location and by photographic specialty, and it includes portfolio images. Thus, designers can quickly zero in on the best candidates for the job. And because the photographers’ experience and competence are evidenced by their membership in ASMP, designers can feel confident in the professionalism of any one they hire.

Susan Carr, ASMP’s president, noted, “This new alliance will create another trusted resource for the design professional.” When users of the Adobe Photographers Directory hire ASMP General members, they can be sure of finding photographers who uphold high business standards, are technically competent, and are thoroughly familiar with the needs of the creative professional.

Member sign-up

The initial “early opt-in” process ended on April 10. Now, ASMP General members who are based in the U.S. can join the Directory by a two-step process:

• First, obtain your personal Authentication Code from ASMP’s national office. Just send an email to dyson@asmp.org with “AdobeCode” in the subject line.

• When you get the code, go to the Adobe Photographers Directory web site and click the “become a member” link at the bottom right of that page. You can then begin the sign-up process by entering the Authentication Code.

There is more info about joining the Adobe Assignment Photographer Directory, maintaining your account, and so forth, on our FAQ page.

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