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Aussie wins News Emmy award

Mark Phillips is awarded an Emmy for his coverage of news in Afghanistan and the Philippines for CNN.

2014-10-03_0001An Australian photojournalist has won an award at the 35th Annual News and Documentary Emmy Awards.

Mark Phillips, won Outstanding Video Journalism: News for his coverage of news in Afghanistan and the Philippines for CNN.

Phillips, seen here with former Today Tonight presenter turned CNN anchor Anna Coren, is described by a CNN website in effusive language:

“Mark Phillips’ work is testament to his ability to tell a story through his pictures, not just by observing from a distance but by becoming closely involved and bringing his empathy with each subject to the fore. Philips’ work is also defined by a deep respect and admiration for his subjects and their individual stories. In close partnership with his reporter colleagues, he secures a level of trust that allows each story to evolve organically.”

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