Media Policy and Credentialing
Media Credential Access
The Arizona National Livestock Show (“AzNational”) Media Credential provides media access to grounds events and activities in approved areas. Access may be restricted at certain times. Submitting a credential request form does not guarantee media access. All requests are processed and applying media will be notified. Requests received during the AzNational require 24 hours for processing. Credentials are not transferable and the AzNational reserves the right to cancel accreditation at any time. Photographs, video, audio, or other depictions of AzNational activities/events must be used for the accredited media stated on the AzNational media credential form. All media personnel will be escorted by AzNational staff for the duration of the visit on the grounds.
Qualified Media
Media Credentials are issued to broadcast, print, and internet media assigned to cover the AzNational. Requests must be submitted by the assigning authority at the media outlet (editor, news director, broadcast producer). Credentials will be issued to authorized personnel, employed by the media outlet for the purpose of providing timely news coverage of AzNational. Employment verification may be requested (business card, photo ID, name on website). AzNational media credentials will not be issued to marketing, promotions, sales or advertising staff or personnel.
Freelance Journalists
Freelance journalists will only receive media credentials if on assignment. Production companies are required to submit a letter from their broadcast organization providing details of the editorial coverage and footage required.
Freelance Photographers
Media credentials for freelance photographers without assignment will not be granted. Online/Social Media/Influencer Online/social media will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Only media with active news websites qualify for credential consideration. The website must post original, dated, and industry-related news on a regular basis. Social media without supporting news websites will not be considered.
Prohibited Use of Photographs and Video Acquired with Media Access
Commercial use of photographs, video, and film taken at AzNational is strictly prohibited without the full written consent of the Arizona National Livestock Show. The sale of photographs taken at AzNational is strictly prohibited. 3rd party self/company brands, watermarks, and logos on photographs taken at the AzNational as credentialed media are strictly prohibited. Shooting images and placing a photographer’s logo on any images taken at AzNational is strictly forbidden.
For more information, email us at: information@aznational.org