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Media Coverage

Complimentary media registration is available to publishers, editors, writers, and print or broadcast reporters at the discretion of DEMA. One (1) complimentary badge is allotted per approved media registration. Review the DEMA Show 2024 Media Policies below for specific requirements for obtaining media credentials and media policies to ensure compliance.

Who Qualifies as Media at DEMA Show 2024?

Media is defined as a business periodical with a frequency of four diving-related publications per year; or book publishers with at least one diving-related title currently in print; or video, film, or media with at least one diving-related title in print or syndication; or a consumer or trade show that produces one major dive-related show per year; or a company whose primary activity, membership or income is derived from consulting in the dive industry.

Primary Mediums Include blogs, magazines, newspapers, online/social media, radio, television, et al.

Relevant Positions Include editors, freelancers, photographers, producers, reporters, videographers, writers, et al.

Onsite Information

Registration & Badge Pickup

  • Advertising representatives must register as attendees (not media).
  • Pre-registered and approved Media may retrieve badges at onsite express registration. Onsite media registration is available in the Media Office.
  • A valid photo ID is required for badge pickup.

Registration requests should be submitted by October 21, 2024. You will be notified within five (5) business days regarding the status of your application. For any questions or to check your registration, please email media@demashow.com.

 

Media Office

The location of the media office will be provided to all Media/Press in advance of DEMA Show. Hours below are subject to change.

Media Office Hours

Monday, Nov 18 8:30 AM – 3:00 PM
Tuesday, Nov 19 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Wednesday, Nov 20 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Thursday, Nov 21 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Friday, Nov 22 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM

 

Media Policies at DEMA Show 2024

Required for All Media/Press Badge Holders

  • Media are required to provide valid credentials for admittance to DEMA Show. Only qualified media receive a complimentary badge. This badge grants access to the show floor, DEMA-Sponsored and Exhibitor-Sponsored Education (unless attendance is restricted by the exhibitor) and the onsite media room. Media badges do not include admission to Special Events.
  • Media must submit proof of assignment either through the registration process or emailed to media@demashow.com. Accepted credentials: editor letter of assignment, proof of past DEMA Show coverage from 2022–2023 or by-lined publications and/or credited work published or broadcasted within the last 24 months.
  • Approved Media are required to provide proof of coverage of DEMA Show 2024 within three (3) months of the close of the Show, proof should be emailed to media@demashow.com.
  • DEMA Show Management reserves the right to deny media credentials to individuals who abuse the privilege or obtain credentials under false pretenses. In the event that an individual is granted credentials and fails to report on DEMA Show, he or she might be denied a media badge at future DEMA Shows.
  • All advertising representatives are required to register as an attendee or onsite at Attendee Registration.
  • Approved Media Badges should be picked up from express registration. Media registering onsite must register in the Media Office. Everyone will be required to present a valid photo ID.

DEMA Show Policies

In addition to the policies listed above, all media are expected to adhere to the DEMA Show 2024 Policies.

Key Media Contacts

Registration Questions

CompuSystems Customer Service
1-855-326-4470 or 1-224-563-3113
dema@compusystems.com

General Questions

DEMA Show Customer Service
1-703-706-8248 or 1-800-687-7469 ext. 248
media@demashow.com

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