Best Option for External Use keywording of TIFF Files

[joshmcculloch]

Hi all,

I know this topic seems to be beaten to death, but I seem to be unable to pinpoint the best (easiest and most complete!) solution for keywording...

Here is what I'm doing:

Sending files to Alamy and my Photoshelter stock site.  I need to be able to add hierarchal (sp?) keywords to my Hi-Res TIFF derivative files.  I do not need to be able to add them during the import process, or to my original files.  I will be overwriting my internal use keywords in these files.

Any tips on the best combo of software?

Has anyone used a2zkeywording software? 

If using IIT, is it necessary to buy their keyword catalog, as well as the one from controlledvocabulary.com?

Thanks!  Cheers, josh

[peterkrogh]

Josh,
Actually there's no universal way to add a hierarchical keyword list to an image - there's no structure to support this across multiple applications.

As for adding it for particular agencies, you should speak to the agency.  They likely have their own approved vocabulary.
Peter