How Do I Sign Up for a Press Junket?
Press junkets are organized media events set up by an organization for purposes of promotion. Members of the press can attend a press junket usually with a press badge. Some press junkets are open to all members of the press, and only require you show up with your press credentials. Others require that you submit specific information to verify that you are indeed a member of the press, and apply for a special press badge. Some events also require that you submit a statement of intent or details of the coverage you seek.
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Instructions
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Contact the public relations department for the company, or public relations person assigned to the event to find out the requirements of the press junket. Some press junkets only require that you show your state's press or broadcaster's association ID badge, others require a special press badge.
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Apply for a press badge with the organization or assigned public relations person, if required. This is often done by phone or in person. The representative will ask who your employer is, it must usually be a recognized media outlet or school publication. She may also ask your age; some events require that you be at least 18.
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Submit the required information by mail to the representative, or on the day of the press junket at the event. The representative may require that you submit a valid picture ID, business card, and even a letter of intent. Students may be required to submit a letter of intent from your editor or adviser on school letterhead. Once all materials are received, the application is provided and your name will be added to the press list.
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Stand in line at the press junket. Submit a valid state issue ID and business card to the representative to pick up your press badge.
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