PS ComicXpo Press Application

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Media Terms and Guidelines

Media Rules, Regulations and Guidelines 2018

  • Press Registration for PS Comic Xpo 2018 will close on Monday, June 11, 2018 at 11:59PM (PST). There will be NO on-site Press Registration at PS Comic Xpo 2018. If you applied for a Press Badge for PS Comic Xpo 2018 this year, you will hear back from PS Comic Xpo 2018 by Monday, June 18, 2018.

  • Approved Press are provided with complimentary Press Badges, which are valid for entry to all unticketed events held at PS Comic Xpo 2018.

  • Your Press Badge allows access as long as space is permitting.

  • Your Press Badge does not allow early access, special access, or guaranteed seating.

  • Your Press Badge does not allow you to cut lines.

  • Complimentary Press Badges are extended as a courtesy of PS Comic Xpo 2018. Each is issued individually and is non-transferable. You may not transfer or sell your PS Comic Xpo 2018 Press Badge, and any individuals conducting such behavior will be disqualified from Press Badges at future PS Comic Xpo 2018 events.

  • There is a limited supply of press credentials for this event. Once all available credentials are issued there will be NO more press passes available or issued.

  • All Press/Media Registrations are subject to approval. You will be notified within the date range based on the date you submitted your registration if you have been approved for a Press Badge. If your registration is NOT approved, you will be notified. If you have been approved, additional information regarding the press room and Badge distribution will be provided in your confirmation email.

  • We highly recommend that you apply early as there is a chance that we will reach maximum capacity for Press Badges to PS Comic Xpo 2018 prior to the deadline. Once all Press Badges are allocated, no more will be released.

  • Inappropriate or offensive behavior will result in the loss of press passes for this show and all shows moving forward.

  • Press credentials can be picked up on site. Press credentials are good for all three days of the event. If you are approved for a Press Badge, a separate email will be sent to you with more information on times and days to pick up your credentials.

  • All PS Comic Xpo 2018 media interview requests should be made through Kristi Cole.

      • Email: Press@pscomicxpo.com

      • Cell: 832-256-0833

  • During the show while celebrities are signing autographs, media should ask the celebrities’ handlers for interview opportunities. Some celebrities are open to interviews while they interact with fans, while others are not open to any on-site interviews. It’s on a strictly case-by-case basis. Please let the nearest celebrity row PS Comic Xpo 2018 volunteer know you would like to request an interview and ask them to point out the appropriate celebrity handler/agent to approach to get permission. If the volunteer has been given a directive by celebrity guest reps and handlers not to allow press to approach the table, this directive is final. Failure to respect these wishes may lead to loss of press credentials for this convention and possibly future conventions.

  • Media will not be allowed in the Celebrity Green Room.

  • Media will have access to all public rooms

  • Media will be admitted into panels as general admission as long as room capacity allows. There will not be a designated press entrance for panels, so please make your plans accordingly.

  • Media can take photos or video during panels on a case by case basis. We ask that you be courteous of attendees while taking video or photos and avoid standing in front of other fans that are in attendance. Individual celebrities and agents have the right to deny photos and video during panels. If a celebrity or agent makes this request a PS Comic Xpo 2018 volunteer or staff member will notify you on site. Failure to comply with these requests may result in a loss of press pass.

  • For other panels in other rooms, the media is welcome to record audio and video.

  • Power outlets at PS Comic Xpo 2018 are three-pronged.

  • Media is responsible for its own parking during PS Comic Xpo 2018.


Know Before You Apply

Press Passes for PS Comic Xpo 2018 are being made available for the following media outlets:

(A) PRINT MEDIA: Print Media includes local newspapers, national newspapers, college newspapers, magazines etc…

(B) TELEVISION & RADIO: TV & Radio include AM, FM, Satellite, Local TV and National TV

(C) INTERNET PRESS: We have a limited amount of press passes for internet only press, making it difficult to grant passes to everyone who makes a request. In order to even be considered for internet press credentials you must fit the following criteria:

1.      The website you write for must have been active on the web for at least two years.

2.      Must have original content updated at least weekly.

3.      Websites deemed offensive or antagonistic towards our fandom, guests or the event will not be approved.

4.      Proven community involvement/support for PS Comic Xpo 2018 or other comic conventions around the U.S.

5.      Your website must have at least two verifiable social media pages with more than 1,000 followers each. Pages can be on Facebook, YouTube, Tumblr, Twitter, or Instagram.

6.      Must appear on at least page two of a Google search for your site.

7.      Soft measures such as professionalism, quality, and history.

8.      Internet press is limited to one pass per web outlet and one more available for $10.00 others available at full price, pass holders must work for the website in question and have verifiable credits.

NOTE: If you are not approved for a complimentary press credential, you may still purchase a ticket and report on the show. Additionally, having a press badge does not guarantee any interviews. PS Comic Xpo 2018 is not responsible for setting up interviews with any celebrity guest, author, artist, or anyone other special guests attending this event.

We value our featured guests and strive to provide a comfortable and enjoyable experience for them. We expect all those who receive press passes to also maintain this environment. If press pass holders fail to live up to this standard, PS Comic Xpo 2018 reserves the right to revoke press passes for the current event as well as for future events.  Please show respect not only for our featured guests but also PS Comic Xpo 2018.

Please review PS Comic Xpo 2018 Media Rules, Regulations & Guidelines below for more information.


The Application

The number of passes are decided on a case to case basis and is purely the discretion of PS Comic Xpo 2018.

If you are granted a press pass, we ask (if possible) that you do a piece/share information regarding PS Comic Xpo 2018 before the event itself. You will also be added to the mailing list for any related press releases.

NOTE: Your pass is not approved until you receive a confirmation email from PS Comic Xpo 2018.

Deadlines

The deadline to apply for press passes for PS Comic Xpo 2018 is Monday, June 11, 2018 at 11:59PM MST.

An email will also be sent in regards to where and when you can pick up your press pass.  Please ensure that the email address you provide to us is a working email address. We ask that you also add press@pscomicxpo.com to your preferred addresses so those emails arrive in your inbox instead of your spam folder.

PS Comic Xpo 2018 reserves the right to approve or deny any application. This decision is final and cannot be appealed. Include any and all information in your application that will allow the PS Comic Xpo 2018 Press Office to make an informed decision, as you will not be able to submit further information later on if your application is not approved.



Media Rules, Regulations and Guidelines 2018

·        Press Registration for PS Comic Xpo 2018 will close on Monday, June 11, 2018 at 11:59PM (PST). There will be NO on-site Press Registration at PS Comic Xpo 2018. If you applied for a Press Badge for PS Comic Xpo 2018 this year, you will hear back from PS Comic Xpo 2018 by Monday, June 18, 2018.

·        Approved Press are provided with complimentary Press Badges, which are valid for entry to all unticketed events held at PS Comic Xpo 2018.

·        Your Press Badge allows access as long as space is permitting.

·        Your Press Badge does not allow early access, special access, or guaranteed seating.

·        Your Press Badge does not allow you to cut lines.

·        Complimentary Press Badges are extended as a courtesy of PS Comic Xpo 2018. Each is issued individually and is non-transferable. You may not transfer or sell your PS Comic Xpo 2018 Press Badge, and any individuals conducting such behavior will be disqualified from Press Badges at future PS Comic Xpo 2018 events.

·        There is a limited supply of press credentials for this event. Once all available credentials are issued there will be NO more press passes available or issued.

·        All Press/Media Registrations are subject to approval. You will be notified within the date range based on the date you submitted your registration if you have been approved for a Press Badge. If your registration is NOT approved, you will be notified. If you have been approved, additional information regarding the press room and Badge distribution will be provided in your confirmation email.

·        We highly recommend that you apply early as there is a chance that we will reach maximum capacity for Press Badges to PS Comic Xpo 2018 prior to the deadline. Once all Press Badges are allocated, no more will be released.

·        Inappropriate or offensive behavior will result in the loss of press passes for this show and all shows moving forward.

·        Press credentials can be picked up on site. Press credentials are good for all three days of the event. If you are approved for a Press Badge, a separate email will be sent to you with more information on times and days to pick up your credentials.

·        All PS Comic Xpo 2018 media interview requests should be made through Kristi Cole.

§  Email: Press@pscomicxpo.com

§  Cell: 832-256-0833

·        Media will not be allowed in the Celebrity Green Room.

·        Media will have access to all public rooms

·        Media will be admitted into panels as general admission as long as room capacity allows. There will not be a designated press entrance for panels, so please make your plans accordingly.

·        Media can take photos or video during panels on a case by case basis. We ask that you be courteous of attendees while taking video or photos and avoid standing in front of other fans that are in attendance. Individual celebrities and agents have the right to deny photos and video during panels. If a celebrity or agent makes this request a PS Comic Xpo 2018 volunteer or staff member will notify you on site. Failure to comply with these requests may result in a loss of press pass.

·        For other panels in other rooms, the media is welcome to record audio and video.

·        Power outlets at PS Comic Xpo 2018 are three-pronged.

·        Media is responsible for its own parking during PS Comic Xpo 2018