Swiss Press and World Press Photo 2024 – 15.11.2024 – 2.2.2025

 

 

 

 

 

 

The World Press Photo Exhibition 2024 will be showing  world’s best photo journalism from the last year. Visit the Chateau de Prangins near Nyon, between now and 2. February 2025 to see the selection of photographs.

For the latest edition, some 3,800 photographers from 130 countries submitted more than 61,000 photos. The subjects range from refugee tragedies and natural disasters to the joint international effort to save the monarch butterfly from extinction. The exhibition is a look back at the global events of 2023 and allows us to take a step back from the fast-moving news cycle, consider world events from a fresh perspective, and critically reflect on them.

In the exhibition Swiss Press Photo, some 150 pictures will be exhibited in the categories News, Daily life, Swiss stories, People, Sports and World. The winners in the various categories will all be represented at the Château de Prangins with their impressive works. Meanwhile, the World Press Photo exhibition comprises some 140 photos, covering all continents, which will subsequently be exhibited in over 40 other countries.

For further information visit the World Press Photo Exhibition website here>>

By | December 3rd, 2024|News, Other events, Other resources|0 Comments
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Your Powerful Voice

On the Driven Female Entrepreneurs Podcast recently,  I (Melitta) speak with Vevey-based Executive Voice Coach, Maria Wilhelmsson, about how she has created her own niche by blending her passion and experience in a unique way.

 

Listen to this episode to hear Maria’s most valuable lessons – including the advice she wish she received earlier in her business journey and how you too can develop your voice and present your message with confidence.

 

“If I could go back 10-yers and give myself one piece of advice, it would be to be BOLD and say ‘Yes!’ to more things.” Maria Wilhelmsson

 

Episode available on all your favourite podcast platforms and here: www.melittacampbell.com/maria-wilhelmsson

By | January 28th, 2021|Guest posts|0 Comments
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How to Feel Confident on Camera

On the Driven Female Entrepreneurs Podcast recently,  I (Melitta) spoke with serial entrepreneur, journalist and course creator Lucy Griffths, about her best advice for those wanting to feel more confident on camera.

 

For 20 years, Lucy worked as a journalist often working in areas of conflict. But when she became pregnant, she was clear that she didn’t want to continue in that line of work, so looked for alternatives. She started an Air B’n’B business, but wanted more. Having gained a Masters Degree in Coaching, while covering the conflict in Iraq, Lucy decided to combine this skill with her on-screen and journalism experience to help women gain the confidence to become more visible, and share their voice through video.

 

Listen to this episode to learn more about Lucy’s fascinating business journey, and her insights and advice for those looking to share their story, message and knowledge with others.

 

“It’s so important to share your message and put yourself out there. If you don’t, it’s much harder to sell, build a connection and build an audience.” Lucy Griffiths.

 

Episode available on all your favourite podcast platforms and here: www.melittacampbell.com/lucy-griffiths

By | December 15th, 2020|Guest posts, Other resources, Professional development|0 Comments
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Growing your business with Powerful Content

In this episode of the Driven Female Entrepreneurs Podcast, I (Melitta) spoke with Nyon based Communication Strategist, Pauliina Rasi, about how she helps small businesses to share their mighty missions and engage with their audiences through clear and consistent content and grow their businesses.

 

Pauliina started her business when she had her daughter. She was eager to find a way to work around her family, while also putting her 15 years of experience as journalist and content strategist to good use. Knowing she has a specific talent for transforming any topic into a fascinating text that speaks to a wider audience, she decided to make this service available to local businesses and corporations.

 

Listen to this episode to discover how you can adopt a solid content strategy to support your business ambitions.

 

“Successful content that will grow your business relies on consistency – there are no magic bullets that will transform your business overnight.” Pauliina Rasi

 

Episode available on all your favourite podcast platforms and here: www.melittacampbell.com/pauliina-rasi

By | December 2nd, 2020|Guest posts, Professional development|0 Comments
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Survival Skills for Freelancers

On the Driven Female Entrepreneurs Podcast recently,  I (Melitta) spoke with Marketing Copywriter and author of ‘Survival Skills for Freelancers’, Sarah Townsend, about how she has built her business and learned how to survive as a solopreneur.

Starting her own business was never part of Sarah’s grand plan, but when her daughter came along and working full-time as a marketing account manager was no longer possible, so her boss encouraged her to explore freelance work. It felt like the perfect move so she took the leap…but establishing herself as a new Mum and a freelancer at the same time was not all unicorns and rainbows!¨

However, over the next decade, Sarah learned (often the hard way), just what it takes to survive as a freelancer, and how to take control of her business and processes to get the best results for her clients and create a sustainable business in the process.

Listen to this episode to learn more about Sarah’s journey to date, and her fantastic advice for freelancers on how to thrive in their new role and build a business their own way.

Episode available on all your favourite podcast platforms and here: www.melittacampbell.com/sarah-townsend

By | November 25th, 2020|Other resources, Professional development|0 Comments
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The Power of Your Voice in Business

In this episode of the Driven Female Entrepreneurs Podcast, I speak with Zurich-based Communication Architect, Tulia Lopes about how she helps women find their voice, create and share their story and shine on stage, in their career and in life.

 

Tulia is the founder of the Speak Up and Lead Academy, the AWESummit and author of Leading in High Heels – but while today she is a prominent part of the European speaking community, she started her career as an architect. She has also been successful in IT and entrepreneurship before she found her true calling as a speaker and speaker coach while upgrading her own skills in these area more than a decade ago. She is a perfect illustration that where you’ve been does not have to dictate where you go next, and that all your studies, skills and experiences can be blended and adapted to new help you excel in new situations and opportunities (which probably have more similarity to your past roles than you might at first think).

 

Listen to this episode to discover how you too can unleash the power of your voice.

 

“Every obstacle is an opportunity to be creative.” Tulia Lopes

 

Episode available on all your favourite podcast platforms and here: www.melittacampbell.com/tulia-lopes

By | January 28th, 2020|Guest posts|0 Comments
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GCN Networking Lunch on digital communication, 4 October – wrap up

Thank you to all the participants who joined our networking lunch event and contributed to the creative session on: are you meeting the challenges of digital communications?, held at the Geneva Press Club on Friday, October 4th.

The group found some very interesting perspectives on 5 questions:
1. What are the current challenges you and/or your organisation face in digital communications?
2. What do you think are the main trends in digital communications?
3. What skills do communicators need for digital communications?
4. What are some examples of best practices in digital communications?
5. What is one thing you will STOP / START doing in digital communications from now on?

Here is a brief infographic with some of the results from the discussion:

Below also find below some images of the event, thanks to the generous photographer Geraldo Pestalozzi

Stay tuned for our next event at the end of November.

The GCN team

 

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By | October 8th, 2019|GCN lunch events|0 Comments
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Personal Brand Summit – Get your FREE pass

Go behind the scenes and learn how to build your own profitable personal brand with this online summit featuring more than 39 of the world’s leading online marketing experts – including our own Melitta Campbell.
For a limited time, tickets for the event starting 13 May are free.
Click here to get your free ticket AND a free Personal Branding Playbook, with instant tips to help you already uplevel your business.
By | May 6th, 2019|Other events|0 Comments
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Web producer, International AIDS Society (IAS), Geneva

 

Founded in 1988, the IAS is the world’s largest association of HIV professionals, with members from more than 180 countries working on all fronts of the global AIDS response. More information on IAS can be found at www.iasociety.org. 

Details of Employment: 

The Web Producer position will be based in Geneva, Switzerland and report to the Director, Communications. The position is open-ended and full-time as start as soon as possible. 

Purpose of the Position: 

The incumbent will be responsible for developing, updating and maintaining the IAS website and the conferences websites. This requires experience in graphic design as well as technical understanding of how websites work and look. 

Main Responsibilities: 

  • Develop and design websites based on user experience and web optimization best practices 
  • Manage, review and publish all web content for the IAS, the IAS Conference on HIV and the International AIDS Conferences 
  • Develop and maintain work plan to coordinate with all departments in the organization for web updates 
  • Ensure consistency, quality and up to date content on all websites 
  • Work between ICT and other departments to guide and translate between programming, user experience and design to develop online applications 
  • Keep up-to-date on web industry standards and user experience trends to develop and design websites in line with the organization’s evolving priorities 
  • Serve as link between visual curation and user experience across web platforms 
  • Work within the Communications team to produce digital deliverables according to editorial calendar needs 
  • Provide design support for the IAS, the IAS Conference on HIV and the International AIDS Conferences (promo material, venue floor plans, signage, banners, etc.) 
  • Serve as the main point of contact between conference photographers and IAS staff, populate online galleries and curate photos for all conferences 
  • Manage conference photos archive and online galleries 
  • Edit and retouch photos as needed. 
  • Perform any additional tasks requested by the Director, Communications. 

Academic Qualifications: 

  • A degree in communications or similar area is required 
  • Training in web development. 

Work Experience: 

  • Significant years of experience in a similar role 
  • Proven ability to design and develop websites 
  • Experience in managing multiple websites 
  • Experience in designing both for online and printed materials. 

Skills/Competencies: 

  • Proficiency in HTML, CSS and Bootstrap, knowledge of Javascript 
  • Strong knowledge of web Content Management Systems (CMS) and SEO 
  • Strong visual design skills with sensitivity to user-system interaction 
  • Proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud (particularly Photoshop and Illustrator) 
  • Well organized, ability to multitask, attention to detail and adherence to deadlines 
  • Ability to work independently and within a team 
  • Problem solver; relationship-builder; and strong inter-personal skills 
  • Stress tolerance and resilience, ability to work under pressure with multiple and shifting priorities. 

Languages: 

  • Native or advanced in English 
  • Knowledge of other languages is an asset. 

How to Apply: 

Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV and a cover letter, in English and by email only, to recruitment@iasociety.org by Sunday 10 February 2019. 

For full job post and to apply>>

By | January 30th, 2019|Careers|0 Comments
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Lunch seminar – 2 March 2018

Michael Gentle

Dear Communicators,

The Geneva Communicators Network is pleased to announce our next lunchtime seminar on Friday 2 March 2018:

What the press can teach us about business writing

Ah, the press. They separate fact from fiction – then print the fiction…

Okay, that may be unfair. But love them or hate them, journalists have mastered the art of clarity. Whether it’s complex issues in science, politics or business, their articles are always easy to read and understand. The same cannot be said about many of the e-mails, proposals and reports that clog our inboxes or clutter up our desks.

What makes journalists able to write clearly? After all, they aren’t inherently smarter than the rest of us, so they must be doing something right.
Come and listen to an insightful and entertaining talk on what separates business writing from media writing. You’ll be able to borrow many of their techniques with minimal effort, and start to apply them in your own business writing almost immediately.

Date: Friday 2 March 2018
Time: 12h30 to 14h00
Location: The Swiss Press Club, Route de Ferney 106, La Pastorale, 1202 Geneva.
Fee: CHF 30.- per person includes drinks and snacks
Please register online >> 

About the speaker:
Michael Gentle is the CEO and founder of The First Three Lines, a Geneva-based consultancy that teaches the essentials of business writing in focused 3-hr workshops.

He has worked in IT, project management, sales and marketing in global companies such as Apple, WorldCom, The Bank of Tokyo and Nestlé. The ability to communicate clearly and effectively was essential in allowing him to sell his ideas, products and services in highly competitive environments.

He is the author of a number of best-selling books, from Customer Relationship Management (CRM) to IT Financials, and has written numerous articles in the press, in both English and French.

By | February 12th, 2018|GCN lunch events|0 Comments
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