A curated masterclass by AYKO Agency, delivered in collaboration with Getty Images, designed for photographers, videographers, and visual creatives.

MASTERCLASS RECAP

FEATURED SESSIONS

Each session focuses on real industry standards, practical insight, and how creative work is evaluated in a commercial context.

Inside Getty Images Entertainment
Inside Getty Images Entertainment
How entertainment imagery is commissioned, curated, and used globally, and what editors look for in strong visual storytelling.
From Global Events to Local Stories
From Global Events to Local Stories
How international experience can translate into meaningful content creation within local and African contexts.
Creating Professional Content on Mobile
Creating Professional Content on Mobile
Practical guidance on producing high-quality visual content using smartphones and minimal gear.
Freelancing as a Creative Professional
Freelancing as a Creative Professional
Clarity on rates, value, and how to position yourself professionally as a photographer or visual creative.
Getty Images Content Brief
Getty Images Content Brief
An overview of real content briefs and how work is reviewed for potential inclusion by Getty Images.
From Passion to Professional Practice
From Passion to Professional Practice
What it takes to move from personal work to professional-level output for global collections.

This masterclass features sessions shaped by senior members of the Getty Images team, alongside long-standing contributors.

From the Getty Images Team

This masterclass features sessions shaped by senior members of the Getty Images team, alongside long-standing contributors.

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Lisa Marie Rae – is a Senior Director of content with 20+ years in the entertainment industry, leading global creative teams to deliver impactful visual narratives.

Lisa Marie Rae

Senior Director of Photography, EMEA & Global Video — Getty Images

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Ming has a background in photography and visual storytelling, with expertise across editorial video, ENG shooting, and mobile-first production, including iPhone footage for news.

Ming Yeung

Senior Staff Videographer & Editor — Getty Images

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Vicky leads editorial content strategy and production, driving quality, precision, and strong collaboration with sales to exceed commercial goals through exceptional event coverage.

Vicky Dearman

Director of Entertainment, EMEA — Getty Images

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Jemal covers commissioned corporate assignments and major news, political, and entertainment events across the US, as well as news, political, and humanitarian work across Africa.

Jemal Countess

Getty Images Contributor & Photojournalist

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