The Hague, South Holland, Netherlands
Dominique Mollee is an experienced professional with a strong track record in press / journalism, international sales, business development and media production. With a rich background in managing international press relations, communication and innovation strategies, Dominique has demonstrated exceptional leadership in diverse roles across top organizations. Dominique is a seasoned expert in image and video licensing, specializing in AI-generated content, press, archive, and stock media. As the owner of LVD Media (And LVD Jewelry and Beau Brocante), Dominique focuses on business development and sales management, helping media and AI companies navigate the evolving landscape and establish a strong market presence. With a passion for merging authentic journalism with innovative technology, Dominique is dedicated to empowering businesses to reach their full sales potential. Always eager to connect and collaborate, Dominique invites others to join the network and explore new opportunities together. ________ Former work _________ Formerly Dominique Mollee was responsible for the international partnerships of press and documentary photography at the Dutch National Press Agency (ANP) including Associated Press, Magnum, AFP, EPA, New York Times, Getty and photographers George Steinmetz and Warren Richardson a.o. This involved annual visits to CEPIC, Visa Pour L' Image, World Press Photo and the Zilveren Camera awards. ANP was chairman of the G39, a collective of European Press Agencies, in which Dominique organized and chaired meetings focused on new developments image rights, copyright infringement, AI and SEO. Additionally to the annual Pix Survey on production and revenue. She graduated from New York Film Academy in Universal Studios, Los Angeles. Started a media production company and directed the award winning documentary 'My Way'. This documentary was featured in over 30 film festivals worldwide (Lincoln Center NYC, Hong Kong, Milan a.o.) and won six awards. Dominique has obtained a bachelor's degree in Journalism (Broadcast Journalism and International Relations) in which she graduated on 'Micro Credit Projects in Third World Countries', 'Increasing Diversity in Utrecht' and 'Protecting Privacy in Media'. She often participates in masterclasses including Counter Terrorism ( Certificate from Clingendael Institute/Leiden University), the European Convention on Human Rights, Saudi Arabia, Iran, Free Press Unlimited and more.
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CEPIC ( CEnter of the PICture industry ) is a global non-profit organization uniting press agencies, image providers, and media technology companies. As a key advocate for the visual media industry, CEPIC promotes fair licensing practices, strong copyright protection, and the recognition of visual content’s value in the digital era. Bridging the gap between image providers, tech innovators, and policymakers, CEPIC fosters dialogue and collaboration across sectors. Its flagship event, the annual CEPIC Congress, is a leading gathering for networking and knowledge exchange in the international image licensing industry. Governed by an international Board of eight members representing diverse sectors of the industry, CEPIC welcomes both national trade associations and individual companies active in visual media licensing. Its mission is to be the united voice of the visual media industry in Europe—and beyond.
Representing leading international photo agencies and photographers in the BENELUX. Our work spans editorial, commercial, and assignment photography, connecting powerful imagery with the right media and brand partners. We deliver curated, rights-managed press images in news, sports, entertainment, and historical archives, ensuring impactful and trustworthy visual storytelling in a fast-changing media landscape. In addition, I support clients with: Copyright infringement services, Image research and Assignment photography. Our mission is to combine global quality photography with dedicated local service, giving partners access to both international reach and personal attention.
Coordinating the international press partnerships to improve the international sales (import/export) of ANP's photo department and its foreign partner press agencies ( Magnum, Getty, New York Times, VII, Panos Alamy, The Guardian, The Observer, EPA, AFP, Associated Press, Shutterstock) and chairman of the G39, the alliance of European Press Agencies, in 2021-2023. Main activities - business development, sales, negotiating contracts, territory rights, determine license fees, technical innovation in collaboration with our partner agencies and within ANP (sales, marketing, production/editorial department, legal, finance and MT) Annual visits to international events ( Visa Pour L’Image, CEPIC, World Press Photo, Zilveren Camera etc) ANP is the largest independent B2B news and information supplier to all Dutch media - Internet, mobile, television, radio, newspapers, magazines – as well as to organizations in public and private sectors.
Sales of images licenses from about 150 (international) photo agencies like Magnum, Redux (New York Times), VII, Eyevine (The Guardian, The Observer), Getty, Shutterstock, Panos, Associated Press, EPA, AFP, Spaarnestad, Maria Austria Instituut, DPA, Belga etc. And about 300 individual photographers ( o.a. Sebastian Delgado, Warren Richardson, George Steinmetz etc). Clients included newspapers ( NRC, Volkskrant, Telegraaf) broadcasters (NOS, RTL), Magazines, NGO’s, advertising agencies, NGO’s and large corporates. ( Microsoft, ING, Shell). Main activities included sales through maintaining close client relations, marketing, editorial services, image selections, social media, newsletters and annual visits to the World Press Photo awards, Visa Pour L’Image, CEPIC and Zilveren Camera Awards.