The 75th Redding Rodeo will take place May 17 – 20, 2023. We will be offering credentials to those members of the media who are on assignment only. Those who meet the requirements below and fill out this form prior to May 1 will be given first consideration.
REQUIREMENTS FOR PRESS CREDENTIALS
• Applicants must be paid employees of media outlet or a freelance writer or photographer with a valid letter of assignment from the media outlet.
• Only photographers who are members in good standing of the Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association (PRCA) and are approved by the Redding Rodeo will be allowed in the arena. The Redding Rodeo reserves the right to limit the number of PRCA photographers in the arena at any one time.
• Any secondary, non-editorial or commercial use of any image, film or drawing of the Redding Rodeo or participants is prohibited without prior written consent of the Redding Rodeo, PRCA and any person in the image. Press must respect the guests at the show and be “invisible” when taking photos or videos.
• If your Rodeo coverage is web based it must be easily available to everyone visiting your site.
• The Redding Rodeo is sanctioned by the PRCA which “retains all rights in and to the filming, taping, and recording in any media” therefore no photos or videos may be sold without prior permission of the PRCA. You must abide by all PRCA guidelines for photos and videos you may obtain these by contacting the PRCA at 719-593-8840 or visiting their website at
www.prorodeo.com • All photos must clearly be identified as being taken at the Redding Rodeo.
• The Redding Rodeo will restrict access to certain areas for safety reasons and require western attire to access some areas as outlined in PRCA rules. Details will be provided to those granted credentials.
• Publications/websites must be pertinent and subject to approval by the Redding Rodeo.
• Any still camera with a lens longer than 3 inches or professional video camera requires a press pass.
• The application must be filled out completely and a signed waiver included to be considered.
• Early application increases the likelihood of approval as a limited number of passes will be issued.
Please let us know if you have any interview requests or story ideas that we can help set up for you.
I acknowledge that I have read and meet the requirements for being granted a media credential for the Redding Rodeo and I agree to abide by all of the guidelines presented. I also understand that all images, video and interviews attained by me and my organization granted under these privileges remain the property of the Redding Rodeo and that a press pass may be revoked by the Redding Rodeo at any time and for any reason. No images may be used for commercial purposes or sold in any way without permission from the Redding Rodeo and the Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association.