Jenny8lee
I am one of the cofounders of WikiPortraits and work as the assignment editor and editor in chief. I have helped arrange the credentialling, the networks, and the volunteers.
I am an American journalist, author, and producer known for her work in print, television, and film. I have gained prominence for coverage of technology, culture, and society. I have worked as a reporter and editor for The New York Times for a decade, covering various beats including technology, culture, and Washington politics. I have also been a Wikimedia contributor for years, and also helped launch the WikiCred initiatives.
Session
🎥 Session recording: https://www.youtube.com/live/IIJaOtycCf0?feature=shared&t=4629 🎥
Since WikiPortraits was formed in early 2024, its photographers have uploaded over 20,000 photos, which have been used on over 20,000 articles across more than 150 language Wikipedias. These photos are used on articles that receive upwards of 100 million views per month — or over a billion views per year.
WikiPortraits has covered the Nobel Prizes, Venice Film Festival, Jaipur Literature Festival, Riddu Riđđu indigenous festival, SXSW, and many other significant cultural events. Dozens of volunteer photographers — both new and old to the wiki movement — have joined from Italy, France, Iran, New Zealand, Germany, Brazil, Canada, Austria, the United States, Dubai, Spain, and other countries.
Come learn how you can contribute and get a quick demo of Commons.Gallery.
Group photo after the presentation.