Media Credentials
Media Credentials
Requesting Fair Media Credentials
June 8–July 4, 2022
In order to coordinate access for working media, the Marketing and Media Office requires that all media members submit an online Media Credential Request Form at least 48 hours before their planned arrival.
Media access is only granted to broadcast, print and online media on assignment. Freelance reporters/photographers/bloggers must provide the following documentation before access will be considered:
- Valid press photo identification
- Proof of assignment from a news organization (on letterhead or from the news organization’s email address) from a news director, editor or similar authority
Submission of a request does not guarantee press/media access. It is at the discretion of the Marketing and Media Office to determine if press credentials will be issued.
Press credentials only grant general access; areas that are not open to general admission requires a separate credential request.
If your visit is approved, we request you follow-up with a link to your story/coverage.
Who qualifies for media credentials?
Access is given to “working media” covering the event for news and entertainment purposes; specifically journalists, reporters, editors, videographers and photographers who are working for an actual news media outlet.
Broadcast media: On-air reporters (anchors/DJs/reporters) and videographers/photographers.
Print media: Reporters, photographers and editors.
Freelance media: Press credentials are provided to freelance writers and producers with written confirmation from the assigning news outlet, on company letterhead or from the media outlet’s email address.
Bloggers/Social Media Influencers: Due to the large volume of requests received, credential requests from bloggers and social media influencers will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis. Proof of reach/following must be provided, and accounts will be evaluated based on the nature of the content and the demographic coverage.
The Del Mar Fairgrounds reserves the right to update this policy at any time.
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