If you are part of a media group, such as new station, radio, or other traditional media, as well as streamers, youtubers, podcasters, tiktocker, or any other influencer or content creator looking to film/record/or otherwise create content at Vancoufur, this applies to you.
Vancoufur is a private event. As such, media/reporters/youtubers/streamers/podcasters are permitted in convention space only after registering as media in advance and obtaining a press pass from Vancoufur.
Once permission is obtained, you must announce yourself at registration where you will be given an orientation by the Marketing and Communication Team and provided ID you must wear at the con and a sign to clip to your equipment while recording/filming/streaming.
Media coverage, filming and photography is prohibited without prior authorization and written approval. Recordings or photography for private use is permitted. Unauthorized media shall be removed from convention spaces.
Media found to be distributing or licensing photography or video footage for or on behalf of a media organization; the BCAEA is empowered to seek damages of up to $10,000 CAD.
Photographers and videographers authorized as ‘staff photographers’ will wear identifying badges to show their status as convention photographers.
Photography and Video is not permitted in the Headless Lounge, or Dealer’s Den. No artwork or merchandise may be photographed without first obtaining consent from the dealer/artist.
Vancoufur reserves the right to deny entry to any/all media or grant conditional entry subject to additional provisions including, but not limited to continual escort/supervision by designated staff.
Inquiries or requests regarding media, video, or press appearances at Vancoufur may be made to [email protected]. Requests made at, or just prior to the event may not be responded to immediately. Please refer to Con Ops if there are any inquiries during the convention dates.
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