Honorary Member

Objective

To express granitite to members who have contributions to HKIPP
As a representative of HKIPP for different occasions and events in order to promote the credibility and prestige of HKIPP

Entry Requirements

No longer actively participating in the photography industry or retired
Has joined HKIPP for at least 15 years
Has recognized contributions to HKIPP, priority will be given to those who have served in Executive Committee
The Membership of Honorary Member is permanent in nature no matter members are alive or passed away
The nominees have to be recommended by HKIPP members and decided by the EXE

Approval Procedure
The nominees have to be recommended by HKIPP members and decided by The Executive Committee. The Executive Committee reserves the final right on the approval procedures.

Professional Photographer Member

Objective

Strengthen the cohesion of the photography industry and promote the photography industry
Enhance the photographers’ recognition on Copyright and enhance the professional standard of the industry
Maintain and reinforce the conduct, dignity and position of the photographers
Respect the Terms & Conditions and Hong Kong Copyright Law

Entry Requirements

A legal resident of Hong Kong
Attained a professional photography standard (verified by personal works and traces of records)
Full-time employment as a Photographer (verified by relevant Business Registration & references)
Comply with the laws of HKSAR
No criminal record shall be retrieved before or after the application
A noble conduct of discipline
Existing members will become Professional Photographer Member under no further assessment

Approval Procedure
The submitted works will be reviewed by the Executive Committee. The Executive Committee reserves the final right on the approval procedures.
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Associate Professional Photographer Member

Objective

Enhance the photographers’ recognition on Copyright and enhance the professional standard of the industry. By broaden the base, we hope more interested parties can join us.
All the newly joined members must first serve as Associate Professional Photographer Member, and will be recognized as Professional Photographer Member after successfully sitting for all the reviewing procedures (see Entry Requirements items ii & iii below)
Associate Professional Photographer Member must join the activities and serve the duties organized by HKIPP

Entry Requirements
In addition to items i to vii stated above, the Associate Professional Photographer Member should also fulfill following requirements:

All the newly joined members will be invited to assist in HKIPP activities to ensure they have an in-depth understanding on the practical services and issues of HKIPP
The EXE members will carry out a review a year after the new member’s application, the EXE will decide and justify the recognition from Associate Professional Photographer Member to Professional Photographer Member by evaluation.
If an Associate Professional Photographer Member is justified as a ‘Professional Photographer Member’, he/she shall pay HK$500 as administration fee.

Approval Procedure
The submitted works will be reviewed by the Executive Committee. The Executive Committee reserves the final right on the approval procedures.

Download the Applications

HKIPP Membership Application Form

HKIPP Student Membership Application Form

Annual Fee

Membership Category	Admission Fee	Annual Fee
Professional Photographer Member	N/A	HK$3000 *
Associate Photographer Member #	HK$2000 *	HK$3000 *
Student Member	N/A	HK$500 *
Honorary Member	N/A	N/A

* All the amount listed are subjected to adjustment according to the variable factors and situations. All the adjustments shall be made upon the consent gained among the EXE members.

# HK$500 shall be paid If an Associate Professional Photographer Member is justified as a ‘Professional Photographer Member

Member Benefits

Exhibition and Creative Directory

An annual exhibition of members’ finest piece and a creative directory of members’ professional work, “IMAGES”, will be delivered to all photographers’ association, creative directors, art directors, designers, targeted clients in photography, libraries, colleges and universities.

Client and Resources Database

A detailed computer database of Hong Kong clients and suppliers including lab and repair services, model agencies, stylists and props will be available for members’ retrieval and reference.

HKIPP Homepage

Our website is one of the most favourable photographic sites in its industry, which is frequently browsed by visitors from all corners. A full list of our members is available to facilitate the agencies or corporations seeking for the appropriate photographer.

Technical Seminars and Product Presentations

Technical seminars and product demonstrations are held periodically to align with the avantgarde products and latest technology.

In case of any dispute, HKIPP reserves all rights of final decision to all of the above

Termination Process

Objective

HKIPP lays the emphasis on a dignified personality. Should a member’s conduct or behaviour significantly damaged the reputation of HKIPP, his/her membership will be terminated

Conditions