Press Registration Information
A Press Badge allows us to identify you as a member of the press.
Typically, the benefits of a Press Badge are:
Full Ohayocon 2009 membership.
Reserved seating for special events (Cosplay, Masquerade, Concerts...)
Permission to take photos or videotape special events (with accepted restrictions).
If you are interested in attending Ohayocon as a member of the press, please submit a Press Pass Registration form. Once accepted, you will be notified via email. When you arrive at the convention, please pick up your badge at the Info Desk. Without your press badge, you will not have access to the convention. After the convention, we would appreciate a courtesy copy of your coverage for our records.
Please note: press badges will not be granted without a valid picture ID and the following:
1. Press Credential. You MUST provide this item! No application will be considered without a current Press Credential.
2. Articles you have written featuring your byline. Word document printouts will not be accepted. The article must be in some sort of printed material. (i.e. magazines, newspaper or books.)
3. Professional association membership cards in your name; your business card with a letter of introduction on company letterhead from the media organization you represent.
Press Qualifications
Traditional Press Application
The publication has to be in publication before January 1, 2008, with at least a 5,000 circulation per issue. The publication must be published at least quarterly.
Media and Freelance Press Badge Application
If you are a freelance writer/journalist/photographer, please send us copies of your work along with your business card and a letter of introduction on company letterhead. Include an official photo identification showing your name and date of birth.
Broadcast Media
If you are a broadcast journalist or photographer, please include a letter from a producer/editor on company letterhead stating that you are covering Ohayocon on assignment. Please include an official photo identification showing your name and date of birth.
Webzine Press Badge Application
The website have to be live prior to January 1, 2008
10,000 hits/month and at least 5,000 unique visitors per month. Please provide a live link to your statistics page.
The website is updated weekly.
The website must be focused on news or reviews.
The website have to cover at least one of the following: Asian Culture, Asian Entertainment, or Anime Convention Reviews.
Not sure if you qualify? Contact us with any questions.