The Culture Is Couture 2026 Media Application
There are two pathways for media.
Internal TCIC Media Team
For photographers, videographers, content creators, interviewers and other media professionals who want to volunteer as part of the official TCIC team. Internal media team members will receive assignments and help capture content for The Culture Is Couture before and throughout Expo Weekend, Nov. 6–8. Content produced in this role is created on behalf of TCIC and Mostly Sugar.
External Press + Creators
For journalists, news outlets, publications, independent media platforms, photographers, videographers, influencers and content creators seeking media credentials to cover TCIC for their own audience or platform. Approved external media will receive access based on their coverage needs and credential level but will not serve as members of the official TCIC media team.
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Applicant Information
Full Name
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First Name
Last Name
Email Address
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example@example.com
Phone Number
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Please enter a valid phone number.
Format: (000) 000-0000.
City and State
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Instagram Handle
Primary Social or Portfolio Link
Website or Portfolio Link (if applicable)
Application Pathway
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Internal TCIC Media Team — volunteer before and/or during event weekend
External Press / Creator — requesting media access to cover TCIC
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Internal TCIC Media Team
Content roles
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Photography
Videography
Social media content capture
Reels / short-form video
Interviews / on-camera correspondent
Writing / editorial
Backstage / behind-the-scenes content
Editing / post-production
Other
Experience level
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Beginner / emerging
Intermediate
Experienced / professional
Brief description of media or content experience
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Portfolio or work sample links
Equipment owned or can bring
Camera
Lenses
Lighting
Audio / microphones
Gimbal / stabilizer
Laptop / editing setup
Smartphone content kit
None / need TCIC-provided equipment where available
Other
Software or editing platforms used
Adobe Photoshop
Adobe Lightroom
Adobe Premiere Pro
Adobe After Effects
Final Cut Pro
DaVinci Resolve
CapCut
Canva
Avid
Other
Availability before the event weekend for planning or promotional assignments
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Yes
Limited
No
General availability before the event weekend
Availability during the event weekend
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Friday, Nov. 6 — Gala
Saturday, Nov. 7 — Programming
Sunday, Nov. 8 — Expo
Available all weekend
Sunday, Nov. 8 availability start time
Hour Minutes
AM
PM
AM/PM Option
Sunday, Nov. 8 availability end time
Hour Minutes
AM
PM
AM/PM Option
Can you commit to at least 4 hours on Sunday, Nov. 8?
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Yes
No
Preferred role
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Assigned content team
Roaming content capture
Stage / program coverage
Backstage / fashion and beauty coverage
Creator / interview area
Social media / live posting
Post-production
Wherever needed
Comfortable receiving a shot list or content assignment and working within TCIC brand guidelines
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Yes
No
Comfortable uploading raw assets to a shared drive by assigned deadlines
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Yes
No
Willing to attend a required virtual or in-person media team briefing
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Yes
No
Emergency contact name
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First Name
Middle Name
Last Name
Emergency contact phone
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Please enter a valid phone number.
Format: (000) 000-0000.
T-shirt size
Please Select
XS
S
M
L
XL
2XL
3XL
4XL
Other
Accessibility needs or accommodations
Acknowledgement
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I understand this is a volunteer role unless otherwise confirmed in writing. I understand schedules and assignments are based on event needs. I understand submitting this application does not guarantee selection. I understand selected team members must follow credential, conduct, and content-delivery requirements.
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External Press / Creator
Primary Media Role(s)
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TV/News Outlet
Newspaper/Publication
Magazine
Digital Media Outlet
Radio
Podcast
Photographer
Videographer
Blogger
Influencer/Content Creator
Freelance Journalist
Student Media
Other
Media Outlet / Publication / Brand Name
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Applicant Title / Role
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Outlet Website
Primary Social Handles
Estimated Total Audience / Reach
Estimated Instagram Audience
Estimated TikTok Audience
Estimated YouTube Audience
Estimated Newsletter / Site Monthly Audience
Other Relevant Reach / Audience Details
Coverage Planned
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Event Recap
Interviews
Photography
Video / Reels
Live Social Coverage
Feature / Story
Fashion Coverage
Beauty / Hair Coverage
Culture / Community Coverage
Creator Content
Other
Brief Description of Proposed Coverage / Story Angle
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Events Requested
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Friday Nov. 6 Fundraising Gala
Saturday Nov. 7 Community Programming
Sunday Nov. 8 Expo at Main Street Station
Most Interested in Covering / Interviewing
Number of Credentials Requested
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Additional Team Members
Equipment Being Brought
Need a Dedicated Interview Area or Special Access?
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Yes
No
If Yes, Please Explain the Request
Will You Bring Equipment That May Affect Event Traffic?
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Yes
No
If Yes, Describe the Equipment
Expected Publication / Posting Timeline
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Where Will It Appear?
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Willing to Provide Links to Published Coverage After the Event?
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Yes
No
Have You Covered TCIC or Mostly Sugar Previously?
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Yes
No
If Yes, Please Share Links to Prior Coverage
Portfolio / Social Links as Alternative Proof of Work
Accessibility Needs or Accommodations
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Final Details
How did you hear about this opportunity?
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Instagram
Facebook
LinkedIn
Email
TCIC/Mostly Sugar team member
Friend/colleague
Media/community partner
Other
Additional notes
Certification
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I certify that the information provided is accurate and understand that submission of this form does not guarantee selection, credentialing or access.
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