Portfolio Review Guidelines

    Thank you for your interest in being represented by Phototake. We represent a select group of photographers, scientists, illustrators, animators and video contributors specializing in the fields of medicine and science. Current needs at Phototake fall in the areas of medicine, science and technology. If you specialize in these fields and would like to explore representation through us, please fill out this form:

When a portfolio review is requested we will require you do the following:
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Carefully select material that best represents the depth and style of your collection. Digital files are preferred. For still images, please send JPEG RGB, 500 pixels on the long dimension; transparencies and prints are also welcome for portfolio review. For video and animation, please send Quicktime .mov or .mp4 files; please do not send videotapes, if possible.
Websites, CD-ROM and DVD are all acceptable methods of submitting your portfolio.
Suggested quantities:
Still Images:
- Photographers: 50 to 100 images.
- Scientists: 10 to 20 images
- Illustrators: 5 to 20 images
Videos and Animations:
- 5 to 10 short samples in the Quicktime media format; NTSC, 720x480 or smaller; 29.97 frames per second; file format may be either .mov or .mp4.
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Please package your work carefully. We cannot be responsible for loss or damage in transit.

Photos: Transparencies of any size should be placed in clear plastic sheets. Similar subjects should be placed in close proximity for more efficient editing.
All media: CD-ROMs and DVDs should be placed in jewel cases and mailed in sturdy boxes or well-padded envelopes.
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All submissions must be clearly labeled with your name or your company's name, address and contact information.

Any material featuring people or property should clearly be marked whether releases are available or not.
Still Images:
- Digital files: Please provide caption material in a separate digital text file or embedded on the images themselves, using IPTC headers.
- Transparencies and prints: include the information on the slide or on a separate caption sheet or digital text file.
Please see our Submission Guidelines for more information: http://www.phototakeusa.com/guidelines.pdf
Video and Animations:
- Please include a list of titles, duration, and a brief description of contents. Each clip should be titled.
Please see our Video Submission Guidelines for more information: http://www.phototakeusa.com/vguidelines.pdf
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Address your work to:

Editing and Submissions Dept.
Phototake
224 West 29th Street, 9th Floor
New York, NY 10001
We recommend that you use a major carrier and insure your work (we are not responsible for material lost in transit). Please supply us with a return address and postage.
For an FAQ of our contributor's agreement CLICK HERE.