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2009 G C O’Donnell essay prize entries closing soon
Monday, 12 October 2009
2009 G C O’Donnell essay prize entries closing soon - A reminder that entries for the 2009 GC
O’Donnell essay prize are due by 30 September 2009. The prize of $3,500 is awarded to the author of
an unpublished essay displaying original thinking on a topic of the author’s choice regarding copyright
and the protection of the interests of authors. The winning entry is likely to exhibit original ideas on
issues of practical importance in copyright or on copyright theory. The competition is open to anyone
interested in copyright, including authors, lawyers and students.
(Australian Copyright Council 22/09/09)
http://www.copyright.org.au/publications/essayprize/essayprize2009.htm
 
Delay sought in Google book case
Monday, 12 October 2009
Delay sought in Google book case - After facing a deluge of objections from the US Justice
Department, US authors and publishers have requested to delay a hearing on their legal settlement
with Google over its book-scanning project.
(The Age 23/09/09)
http://news.theage.com.au/breaking-news-technology/delay-sought-in-google-book-case-20090923-
g0uk.html
 
Permissions Research Manager vacancy at Cengage
Thursday, 02 April 2009
Permissions Research Manager
Melbourne

Cengage Learning Australia, publisher and distributor of award-winning innovative textbook and technology products for the schools and higher education market in Australia and New Zealand, and other key export markets, is seeking an enthusiastic Permissions Research Manager to join their successful Media and Production Services team.

Reporting to the Media Production Services Manager, the position is responsible for managing all rights and permissions activities across the school and higher education publishing divisions, including all internal and external resources.

Your responsibilities will also include:
•    establishing the permissions costs of all components outlined in publishing proposals
•    assigning and scheduling projects
•    ensuring that all image, text and research permissions are completed on time and to budget
•    supervising two direct reports and a number of freelance permissions researchers
•    sourcing, recommending and implementing new technology solutions
•    leading Cengage Learning permissions workflows and collaborating with international Cengage permissions teams on key initiatives

You must be able to demonstrate:
•    extensive knowledge of copyright law and industry best practices
•    proven supervisory experience including leading, motivating and developing teams
•    excellent presentation and reporting skills
•    proven competency in managing budgets
•    strong technology orientation and experience with electronic products and services
•    knowledge of database and spreadsheet applications
•    project management skills
•    the ability to develop relationships
•    problem solving skills

An attractive remuneration package will be negotiated based on experience.  A detailed job description is available to interested applicants.

Applications are to be submitted,
quoting reference no. PRM2009 to the:
Human Resources Manager,
Cengage Learning,
Level 7, 80 Dorcas Street,
South Melbourne 3205
or email to This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it
by Wednesday 15 April 2009.
 
Getty Images releases Flickr Collection
Tuesday, 17 March 2009

Getty Images have finally released their new collection of hand picked images from the photo-sharing website Flickr.com. These images will be available in both royalty-free and rights-managed licenses. This collection includes many unique images from amateur-turned professional photographers.

www.gettyimages.com/Creative/Frontdoor/Flickr

 
Shutterstock reaches 6 million photos
Monday, 02 March 2009
Shutterstock maintains it's lead as the largest microstock agency reaching it's 6 millionth milestone.
 
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