Karen Mullarkey: Photo Editor
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Renowned photo editor Karen Mullarkey discusses her role and responsibilities in the field of photography. She emphasizes the importance of being a matchmaker when assigning a photographer to a story, considering their shooting skills and compatibility with the subject's personality. Mullarkey shares her experiences working with film at Life Magazine and explains how she selects standout images to shape a story. She also discusses the challenges of sending photographers into dangerous situations and the importance of monitoring their actions to prevent unnecessary risks.
Mullarkey credits her success to her secretarial skills and reflects on the language and treatment she experienced as a young woman in the industry during the 1960s. She shares her personal experiences of facing inappropriate behavior and how she stood her ground with the support of her mentor. Mullarkey emphasizes the importance of not whining, taking on any job, and seeking mentorship.
She discusses the positive and negative aspects of digital photography, highlighting the importance of being selective and thoughtful in capturing images. Mullarkey expresses her preference for shooting with Leica cameras, both digital and film, due to their exceptional lenses and the need for careful composition.
In the final portion of the transcript, Mullarkey engages in a lighthearted conversation with Guy Kawasaki, discussing her struggles with spelling and math. They joke about balancing checkbooks and discuss her peaceful escape in a log cabin. They express gratitude for the interview and joke about Karen being one of the most famous secretaries. Guy concludes the episode by encouraging listeners to leave reviews and comments and thanking the guests and contributors.
Renowned photo editor Karen Mullarkey discusses her role and responsibilities in the field of photog