For Press

To ensure the integrity of the press badge authorization process and uphold a fair standard for all attendees, IFT is requiring all press registrants review and verify that they meet the following requirements before being granted access to press registration. 

I am/have:
•    An editorial role at a trade or consumer media outlet. This includes titles such as reporter, editor, writer, host, anchor, producer, and photographer/videographer. 
•    A freelance contributor on assignment for a trade or consumer outlet. A letter or note from the assignment owner verifying assignment status is required. 
•    Bloggers, podcasters, and social media influencers are evaluated on a case-by-case basis. Onsite media registration is not allowed for this demographic. 

The following do not qualify for press access:

•    Sales roles
•    Marketing, advertising, or PR roles
•    Photographers or videographers hired by an exhibitor

By submitting a press registration request, you acknowledge and agree to the following:

• You must provide recent and relevant work samples verifying active media status
• Media are responsible for providing video, photo, or audio release forms to attendees and exhibitors interviewed
• B roll footage does not require release forms
• Scientific Sessions and Keynote Sessions may not be filmed without prior permission from IFT
• If you choose to register onsite, you may be denied a press badge if eligibility criteria are not met
• IFT is not responsible for reimbursement of travel or material costs
• IFT reserves the right to deny or revoke press access at its discretion
• If a press badge request is rejected and event access is attempted without proper registration, the individual may be removed from the event and subject to legal action

If you have any questions, please contact Dennis Van Milligen, IFT Director of External Relations, at dvanmilligen@ift.org. 

Filming Rules:

• Media are responsible for providing video/photo/audio release forms to attendees and exhibitors interviewed.
• B-roll footage does not require a release.
• Scientific Sessions and Keynote Sessions cannot be filmed without prior permission from IFT.