Anime Central welcomes all members of the media who are
involved in the anime, manga, and/or entertainment industry. Members of
the Press may be employed with a major media company, independent
contractors, or professionals.
Press Membership Badges are intended for those working in an editorial or talent capacity for an established outlet. This includes writers, reporters, hosts/talent, photographers/videographers, reviewers, etc. who will be producing content of and featuring Anime Central.
Currently recognized outlet types include Broadcast Media, Print Media, Web-Based Media (Audio, Video, or Written), Freelance Press who submit items to established outlets, and Student Media fitting the above categories.
Outlets must regularly produce original content and have been posting regularly for at least 1 year. Please note that each outlet type has additional requirements.
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Non-editorial staff, friends, and family of an outlet would not qualify for Press Membership.
We also do not approve photographers/videographers who do not fit one of the above outlet types or anyone creating a documentary. Remember that you do not have to have a Press badge to take photos or videos at the convention!
Please note that any “comedy” or "shock" videos asking our attendees provocative, sensitive, or sexual questions are in violation of Anime Central’s Anti-Harassment Policy and our Press Department has a zero-tolerance policy for this behavior. We will not approve any outlet or member known to create such content, and any Press member or outlet found to engage in harassment or otherwise inappropriate behavior will receive a permanent ban and will not be approved in future years.
