The British Journal of Photography

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The Professional’s Weekly

The British Journal of Photography is a weekly magazine available on the newsstand at over 1200 outlets and on subscription.

BJP has remained at the forefront of the professional photographic market for over 150 years and is the only professional weekly title in the market.  The authoritative source for breaking news, comment, technical reviews and topical industry coverage, BJP has also launched 1854, a web blog where our editorial team regularly updates its findings and experiences.  There you will also be able to get up-to-the minute information via BJP’s Twitter feed making it a must-visit site for the professional and amateur photographer alike.  Log-on to www.1854.eu to take a look!

In addition to the magazine and online presence, BJP also hosts a number of events such as Vision, aimed at aspiring professionals, the Project Assistance Award, and the BJP International Photographic Award, which is now in its fifth year and attracts entrants from all over the world.

Target audience

  • Self employed photographers – both full-time and part-time
  • Staff photographers – in industry and public services
  • Social photographers – wedding and portrait
  • Technicians – lab management and staff
  • Trade – manufacturing, distribution and retail employees
  • Lecturers, course leaders and others involved in photographic education
  • Galleries, picture libraries and agencies
  • Students, Graduates and novices who adapt professional standards and equipment

USPs

  • BJP is the only professional’s weekly on the market
  • BJP is the first to the market with breaking news
  • BJP helps you to evaluate new products and equipment
  • BJP helps you find out where to source photographic services, equipment and jobs
  • BJP gives you new ideas, tips and advice from leading photographers every week

Readership overview

ABC Average Net Circulation July 2007 to June 2008: 5592

Including over 2,000 sold on the newsstand every week and over 3000 paid subscribers.

The vast majority of BJP's circulation is paid-for demonstrating commitment to the magazine. This includes many libraries, colleges, medical imaging departments and in-house photographic organisations that have an especially high readership per copy of the magazine.

Editorial philosophy

BJP is trusted, independent, and authoritative. The highly respected and experienced editorial team constantly builds upon the magazine’s strong reputation and 150-year history. First with news and benchmark technical reviews, BJP also features

  • Interviews
  • Job vacancies
  • Exhibition listings
  • Competitions
  • Awards

The magazine equips professional photographers with the insider information they need to stay focused in a highly competitive, ever-changing creative industry.

Contact details

Subscription, online access or general queries:
Tel: +44 (0)1858 438 734

Editorial:
Simon Bainbridge, Editor
Tel: +44 (0) 20 7316 9416
Email: simon.bainbridge@incisivemedia.com

Sales:
Jane Cardona, Display Sales Executive
Tel: +44 (0) 20 7316 9018
Email: jane.cardona@incisivemedia.com

Marketing & Circulation:
Helen Knight, Circulation Manager
Tel: +44 (0) 20 7316 9597
Email: helen.knight@incisivemedia.com

Joanna Mitchell, Marketing Manager
Tel: +44 (0) 20 7316 9187
Email: joanna.mitchell@incisivemedia.com