What is Editorial in Shutterstock?

Editorial photography is a style of photography that includes images that illustrate news, current events, or subjects of human interest. These images can be used to create newspaper and magazine articles, blog posts or other non-commercial multimedia presentations.

These photos must be accompanied by an accurate caption. Captions should include location, date and a factual description of what the image portrays.

What is an Editorial Image?

Editorial images are photographic content that is intended to tell a story or outline a creative concept. This type of photography is different than advertising and can take planning and preparation to produce. Professional photographers often use editorial images to promote their work, but they can also be used in a variety of other ways.

Shutterstock has a large collection of editorial content that focuses on newsworthy and important events around the world. Their team of award-winning photographers captures timely, iconic images that will catch the attention of global audiences.

The company also partners with strategic content providers like the Associated Press and the European Pressphoto Agency to provide customers with quality editorial photos at competitive rates. These high-quality content providers, coupled with the company’s unique technical capabilities, allows customers to acquire timely, compelling imagery for their editorial projects.

Illustrative editorial images are creative and conceptual photographs that are useful in illustrating news, current events, or subjects of human interest. They should effectively combine elements to clearly and coherently illustrate a theme or idea.

This illustrative editorial image shows a Visa credit card next to a laptop computer in a manner that clearly conveys the idea of “using Visa online.” It meets Shutterstock’s quality standards as the focus of the image is clear, and there are no other quality issues (excessive noise, shadows, or highlights) with the photo.

Documentary editorial images are photographs that depict a subject in a realistic and factual way. They should always be faithful representations of the subject and should be captioned accurately.

These types of images are used to illustrate new stories, protests and other events that have not been previously reported. They can be staged but must not be heavily edited.

The images must be free of any copyrighted material and can’t be used to advertise or sell a product or service. They also typically don’t include model releases.

Many stock photo sites offer editorial licenses that allow for a wide range of uses, such as education, non-profits, or social media posts. These are more flexible than royalty-free, and can be a great choice for smaller businesses that don’t need the same level of coverage as a commercial license. If you’re not sure if your project needs an editorial or a commercial license, it is best to ask the photographer before purchasing an image.

What is an Illustrative Editorial Image?

An illustration editorial image is a creative or conceptual photo that illustrates news, current events or a subject of human interest. These are often staged images that combine elements to create a coherent and clear idea.

A good illustration should be clean and stylized (if it is a product shot). If the background is distracting, it should be minimized or removed to focus on the main idea.

Illustrative editorial images are a great way to demonstrate the latest in digital technology or the best of modern architecture or design. They also offer the ability to showcase your creativity and sense of style while capturing the attention of news consumers and readers.

Unlike documentary images, which are meant to be faithful representations of real-life subjects, a good illustration editorial image should have a unique identifying characteristic. This could be a clever use of light or a bold color scheme, for example.

A good example of an illustrative editorial image is the one above. This image illustrates the concept of using a Visa credit card online by staging two elements that work in harmony to create a coherent and clear idea.

The image also meets Shutterstock’s quality standards as the concept is strong, the focus is clear and there are no other quality issues such as excessive noise, shadows or highlights.

In terms of content, it can be a challenge to come up with the perfect illustrative editorial image, but it is worth a try. If you are creative enough, a unique and interesting illustrative editorial image can be a hit with the right audience and lead to your next big sale.

If you are not sure whether your illustrative image is ready to be released, consider checking out the asset assurance service. Shutterstock’s expert editorial and legal teams will help you make sure that you have the rights to use your illustrative image for commercial-oriented projects.

What is a Documentary Editorial Image?

A documentary editorial image is an image that accurately depicts a newsworthy event, a subject of human interest, or a location at a specific moment in time. These types of images can be used to report a story or illustrate something, but must be truthful to the subject in order to meet Shutterstock’s quality expectations.

A photographer does not need to get a release from the people or property in an editorial use photo, but this is important when submitting commercial or illustrative images that feature recognizable people, properties, logos or brands. Without a release, you run the risk of being sued by the rights holders who are identified in the picture.

In addition to a model release, the photograph must be captioned with the city and state/country where the photo was taken and the date it was taken. A factual description of what the photo portrays should also be included.

Often, a documentary editorial image is used to illustrate a news article or educational text book. These images can be used in print and on the internet. They must be credited in the captions and keyword tags, and they must not be edited or altered in a way that portrays the subject dishonestly.

To avoid rejection, submit documentary editorial photos that are free of image quality issues such as excessive noise or shadows. These images are evaluated on a case-by-case basis, taking into account the subject matter, shooting conditions and other factors.

When submitting a documentary editorial image, you must provide a factual description that describes what the photo portrays and what is in the background. This can be difficult for some photographers, so it’s best to ask a reviewer before submission.

It is common for documentary editorial images to contain some imperfections such as minor noise or exposure problems, but these should be minimal. These are only a small portion of the overall image quality standards we have for editorial and commercial content.

Documentary editorial images are an excellent way to showcase a particular event, situation, or location. They can help journalists, editors and others who need to accurately report or illustrate a story in a non-commercial context. They are especially useful for breaking news coverage. They can also be an effective way to add depth and color to a news story.

What is a Reportage Editorial Image?

A reportage editorial image is a great way to show the story of a particular event in a visual way. Typically this type of photography is used to illustrate a company’s services or as part of a client’s creative project.

A well executed reportage image will tell a story with impact and style. Often the best reportage images will take advantage of what we at shutterstock call the “decisive moment” – that perfect shot that sums up a particular event or subject matter in one frame.

The key to this is planning ahead, understanding what you need to do and when you need to do it. Then it’s a case of using the camera to capture the right moment at the right time.

Unlike documentary and photojournalism, reportage is not about covering the facts but rather capturing what’s happening in a way that’s believable to the human eye. A reportage photo will evoke an emotional response with the right mix of the three main components – a fact, a gimmick and an artistic touch.

This is the main reason why it’s a great idea to use a reportage photographer for a special event. The right person can help you create an amazing set of pictures that will impress your audience or clients.

There are several types of reportage that can be found in shutterstock. Some of the more common include: