German Society of Cinematographers
The "German Society Of Cinematographers", abbreviation "BVK", was founded in 1980 as the professional association of the german free-lanced cinematographers / DoP's and their collaborators.
Aims and objectives
Its function is to present, administer and promote its members' professional and financial interests in conjunction with allied professional bodies in the audiovisual field. It seeks recognition for the standing of the profession and promotes its public media image. The BVK also concerns itself with strengthening the profession's influence both in the film world and allied spheres. It has broken new ground as far as the recognition and application of cinematographic authorship is concerned. The BVK aims to promote working conditions which guarantee artistic and creative output.
Activities and memberships
Working together with the equipment factories through seminars and workshops the BVK widens its members' qualifications while encouraging technical innovation. The enhanced personal contacts among its members have led to an exchange of ideas and experiences which have done much to reduce competitiveness and open up new perspectives. The BVK is a founding member of IMAGO / European Federation of Cinematographers and tries to intensify the international cooperation of the DoP's. The CameraGuide, published annually, and BVK's website provide a reliable source of information on members' qualifications and standing.
Weblinks
CameraGuide of the BVK IMAGO / European Federation of Cinematographers