Combine your passion for wildlife and work by entering the company’s 14th annual Wildlife Photo Contest, today through April 12.
Each year, employees submit hundreds of photos showcasing a diverse range of wildlife on or adjacent to company property. The winning entry appears on the company’s page of the Wildlife Habitat Council’s 12-month calendar highlighting efforts by WHC members, such as Freeport, to support conservation and biodiversity efforts.
In addition, the top 12 finalists will be shared internally through various company communications channels, including a computer lock screen.
Here's what you need to know before heading out to capture your best shots!
CONTEST DETAILS
Dates: Today – Friday, April 12
How to Enter: Upload your photo(s) to the contest website
What to Enter:
Photos of wildlife on or adjacent to company property – to be considered adjacent, must be taken within a reasonably close distance from a site
Subject matter can include everything from mammals and reptiles to insects and plants
No pictures of pets or domesticated animals, safari trips, zoo or random wildlife seen on vacation
Photos must be taken in the past year – do not re-enter photos from previous contests
Note: By submitting your photo to the Wildlife Photo Contest, you are authorizing the company and the WHC royalty-free use of your photo in various internal and external communications materials.
Digital Requirements: JPEG or TIFF file and 300 dpi or greater. Use the highest resolution your camera will allow.
Finalist/Winner Selection: Members of the company's Biodiversity Task Force will select the finalists and winning photos based on the following:
Location – the photo captures wildlife in action in its natural setting on or adjacent to company property, with priority consideration given to operating and discontinued sites that have wildlife programs tied to their environmental efforts
Quality – overall composition, image resolution and clarity
Relevance – to sustainability and wildlife enhancement efforts at the site
Subject matter – how unique the subject is to the site
Need some creative influence? Each year, the contest draws hundreds of submissions. Check out the top 12 finalists from last year’s contest or view entries for this year’s contest.