MEDIA ACCREDITATION APPLICATION 2026

MEDIA ACCREDITATION APPLICATION 2026
To attend an Equestrian Victoria run event in a media capacity you must be recognised as an EV accredited media representative.

EV Accredited Media do not have automatic approval to attend EV or its affiliates, events. EV Accredited Media attendance is subject to the approval and discretion of each respective Event Director.

Please complete the information below to apply.
Type of Accreditation Required*

Commercial Media AccreditationPrivate Media Accreditation
First Name:*
Surname:*
Organisation / Company (if applicable):
Commercial Applicants. Please provide the full name of any person who intends to attend EV events under your employment.
Accredited Media must provide a professional, secure, and accessible online platform for members to view and purchase event images. Social media channels—including Facebook—are not considered an adequate or professional sales platform for commercial photography. Please provide link to your site.*
Accredited Media are required to attend at least 5 EV events annually. Those reaccrediting, please list events you attended in 2025. New Media - please advise which events you plan to seek invitation to attend. *
Please include your Vest number/s (If you do not have a vest or require extra for staff please contact EV)*
Email*
example@example.com
Contact Number:*
An ABN is required for all accredited media. Please add your number here. *

Please view the attached PDF outlining the current Child Safety Standards
I confirm that I have read and understood the above Child Safety Standards and will ensure that any staff nominated to attend EV events will follow same standards.*

Yes
I confirm that I will abide by and help promote the Child Safety Standards noted in the above PDF and will ensure any staff nominated to attend EV events will do the same.*

Yes
Please upload the following documentation:

Both the Public Liability Insurance Policy and the Release of Liability must be provided and uploaded.
Current Public Liability Insurance Policy*

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Current Release of Liability Form *

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You can download a copy of the Release of Liability form HERE.
"Working with Children" Card for each person attending*

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Current Police Check for each person attending:*

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Passport style photo of each person attending:*

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Media Policy
I confirm that I have read and understood the above Media Accreditation Policy.*

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I have read and understood the Photographer Guide to Good Practice*

YesNo

Terms and Conditions

By submitting this application form you agree to the following:
- Attendance at EV run events as EV Accredited Media is subject to the approval and discretion of each respective Event Director and/or the EV CEO.
- It is a condition of attendance at EV run events that photographers provide 10 images from each event attended. These may be stipulated by the Event Director, e.g. a photo including a particular sponsor sign, an award presentation, etc. or requested following the event. Images are to be high resolution and uploaded to the EV online form within a week of the conclusion of the event. These images may be used across Equestrian Victoria channels inlcuding web, social media, print documentation and/or presentations for a period of 5 years from the date of supply. Media Image form link will be issued to approved applicants.
- Media/Commerical photographers passes are for working media only.
- Passes are non-transferable.
- Representatives of accredited photographers are also required to be accredited.
- The number of passes allocated per organisation is at the discretion of the CEO of Equestrian Victoria. The CEO reserves to right to revoke any passes in the event of misuse.
- An EV issued high vis vest must be worn at all EV events.
- Be bound by the EV Media Policy.
- All photographs taken as a result of the grant of the Media/Commercial Photographer’s Pass will be used strictly for the legitimate editorial or commercial purposes of the organisation for which they are accredited.
- All images released publically (sold or otherwise) are to be favourable to the sport and Equestrian Victoria. Images which compromise the integrity of the horse or rider and our sport are not to be shared.
I accept that the information provided is true and correct and I agree to abide by the terms listed above.*
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Note: You are responsible for ensuring all your items are up to date and valid to ensure your accreditation remains current throughout 2026.
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