CinemaCon 2026 Media Credential Application

2026 Media Credential Application
Year
Application Status
Please read the following information carefully before continuing:
- Please answer all of the following questions with as much detail as possible.
- Each outlet must designate one person (the assigning Editor or Producer) to submit your application.
  - Outlets with assignment editors for different divisions (i.e. Reporters, Video, Photo) may submit separate applications for each department.
  - Freelance journalists must be on assignment from a media outlet, and the assigning Editor or Producer must complete this application.
  - If you are not the assigning Editor or Producer, please forward this form to the appropriate person at your outlet.
- It is mandatory to submit at least two supporting materials as part of this application in the form of a URL (Google Drive, YouTube, Dropbox, Articles, etc.). If more than one reporter is included in your application, please provide supporting materials for each reporter.
- Upon successfully submitting your application form, you will receive an email confirming the receipt of your application. Please note the email confirming receipt is not confirmation of accreditation. If you do not receive this email, please reach out to cinemaconpress@cinemaunited.org to verify receipt.
- We will begin notifying media of their application status on a rolling basis beginning February 23, 2026.
For all inquires regarding the media application please email cinemaconpress@cinemaunited.org.

For any and all inquiries and questions as it concerns the media and press please contact Heather Lewandoski at hlewandoski@me.com.

APPLICATION DEADLINE:
FRIDAY, JANUARY 30, 2026 AT 5PM PT
MAIN CONTACT DETAILS
Name*

First NameLast Name
Email*

Confirmation Email(Primary work email address ONLY)
Phone*
Include country code (e.g. +47 00000000)
Cell
Include country code (e.g. +47 00000000)
MEDIA OUTLET INFORMATION
Outlet Name*
If approved, this will be printed on your credential. Please enter the official name of your outlet.
Website URL*
Location*

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province / Region

Postal / Zip CodeCountry
Media Type*

Online (Primarily Text-Based)Online (Primarily Video-Based)TradePhoto / News WireConsumer MagazineNewspaperTelevisionPodcast / RadioContent CreatorOther
Frequency*

DailyWeeklyMonthlyQuarterlyOther
Distribution*

InternationalRegionalNationalLocal
Circulation / Reach*
Please indicate the type of data you're providing.
Main Region*
Where the majority of your outlet's audience is based.
What are your metrics?*
(Website rankings, site views, number of social media followers per platform, Google Analytics metrics, etc.)
What are you interested in covering?*

Trade Show FloorDemonstration SuitesSeminarsStudio PresentationsBreakfasts/Luncheons/DinnersBig Screen Achievement AwardsOther
SOCIAL MEDIA

Please provide links to your outlet's relevant social media accounts. If not applicable, enter "n/a".
X (Twitter)*
Instagram*
TikTok*
YouTube*
Other Social Media
SUPPORTING MATERIALS

Please provide two examples of your outlet’s work in the form of a URL (online articles, YouTube videos, Google Drive, Dropbox, etc.) Your application will not be considered if supporting materials are not provided.
Example 1*
Example 2*
Coverage Plan

Upload a document outlining your coverage plan (max file size: 5MB). Accepted file types: .pdf, .doc, .docx
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If you've covered CinemaCon in the past, please include links to your previous coverage below.
Is there anything else you would like to mention that may strengthen your application?

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CREDENTIAL REQUESTS

Please specify the total number credentials you are requesting for your outlet and provide the required information for each applicant. If you (the Main Contact) are requesting a credential, please remember to include yourself as an applicant.
How many credentials are you requesting?*

Code of Conduct
**Any available schedule information is updated on the CinemaCon website here. Approval and access to various coverage opportunities will be determined on a case-by-case basis. In most cases, studios will control who is granted access to their events and will distribute information to select, pre-approved, registered press at their discretion.

Please note that media credentials are for press covering CinemaCon editorially. Executives, marketing personnel, publicists and advertising personnel need to register as a regular attendee.

By submitting this application for consideration, you acknowledge that we will process your information and contact you via email regarding your application status. You also understand that CinemaCon reserves the right to grant or deny admittance to any media outlet.
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