About The Download

The Download is an insider’s look at the visual world. Each episode in this all‑new web series features a panel of visual experts from around the globe taking on the topics that affect the imagery you choose for your projects—and how Getty Images can help you deliver your brand’s goals. Check here for all of our episodes.  

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Episode 36
On this episode of The Download, get real talk from our team of usage rights experts about what you need to know when licensing visuals featuring real people, real places, and real things. From model and property releases to trademark considerations, this episode unpacks the often‑overlooked details that can put your project into legal risk. 

Past episodes of The Download

The Download Presents The Download Repicturing Rural Webinar The latest report from Getty Images VisualGPS, Repicturing Rural: Visual Authenticity in Rural American Storytelling, will be the focus of an exclusive session of The Download. In partnership with Land O’Lakes, we’re redefining rural, moving beyond stereotypical images to depict a more realistic picture of small‑town America and curating it in a playbook marketers can use to inform their visual content.
The Download Presents The Download Eliminando a lacuna de autenticidade no Brasil Desde tecnologias que empoderam os pacientes à valorização da nutrição de forma mais autêntica, e à expansão da representatividade, essas mudanças exigem uma perspectiva mais humana, colocando as pessoas no centro da personalização e eliminando a lacuna de autenticidade nos recursos visuais da saúde brasileira.
Episode 35 The Download Premium Access Live: What's New, Pro Tips & Live Q&A On this episode of The Download, we’re answering the top frequently asked questions from our Premium Access customers, with insights straight from our Customer Success, Rights & Clearance, and Content experts. Plus, we’ll walk you through the new and improved Premium Access Resource Center, your go-to hub for onboarding, FAQs, and resources to enhance your creative workflow.
Episode 34 The Download 2025 Trends Mid‑Year Check In—AI, Sustainability, and More On this episode of The Download we’re revisiting the trends we’re tracking for 2025 and exploring “Sustainability at the Crossroads,” the latest report from VisualGPS. With companies rethinking their strategies and governments reconsidering their environmental policies, consumers are reiterating their high expectations for brands to act. Our visual experts report on our exclusive research, identifying and exploring the unique opportunities and challenges brands have in today’s marketplace to tell authentic and impactful visual stories that connect.
Episode 33 The Download Lights, Camera, Conversion—Making Brand Videos That Connect Join our visual experts for a one-hour session packed with insights for elevating your next video project. Learn how to craft compelling visual stories, find the perfect clip for any project, navigate rights and licensing with ease, and use archival footage to achieve your goals.
The Download Presents The Download The Future is Now - Getty Images In this exclusive tech‑focused session, powered by our data from VisualGPS, Nicole McKinney, Getty Images Manager of Creative Insights, will explore how to visually and conceptually position technology ‑ from hardware to software ‑ as an intuitive, empathetic partner.
Episode 32 The Download Premium Access Live: Navigating Intellectual Property and Usage Rights Understanding copyright just got easier! Join our Rights and Clearance experts as they share tips on protecting your brand and staying legally safe when creating commercial content! Watch it now, on-demand.
Episode 31 The Download WHM: Crafting Powerful Visual Stories with Archival Imagery Celebrate Women’s History Month and dig into the Getty Images archives to explore how historical visuals can shape perspectives, inspire change, and elevate brand storytelling. With special guest Kathrine Switzer, the first woman to officially compete in the Boston Marathon, we’ll show you how iconic images—like those of her groundbreaking 1967 run—can bring powerful stories to life and connect brands with audiences in meaningful ways.
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Building Trust in the Age of AI Building Trust in the Age of AI Is your approach to AI generated visual content the right one? Join our VisualGPS experts for their latest research and reporting on how and when you use AI generated visuals.
VisualGPS: Picturing Love and Connection in Today’s Visual World VisualGPS: Picturing Love and Connection in Today’s Visual World Love is a beautiful thing and this Valentine’s Day we’re setting the mood for creative success with the latest VisualGPS research. Join our experts as we report on the concepts and content driving impact around the world.
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