The NEWS REPORTER accreditation in the Chase Kit is the biggest development in the 12 year press program since the Press Passport was introduced back in 1992. Look it over carefully. It was developed using years of input from members who chase breaking news. DON'T MISS the Chase Kit Q & A at the very bottom of this page!

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WHAT IS IT?

The Chase Kit is composed of three (3) vital yet easy to use parts. The Pursuit Package gets you on the scene; the Action Package gives what you need at the scene; the Instant Response Package gets your news story to the right news outlet instantly.

Pursuit

The Pursuit Package includes Laminated NEWS REPORTER accreditation cards to be used with your Press Passport, Press Badge, and Press Wallet I.D. In addition, you get the "Pursuit Guide" that tells you how to "schedule" spontaneous breaking news by knowing the tricks of being at the right place at the right time! It also has instructions on how to document, gather, record and distribute breaking news stories. You will learn how to work with law enforcement, firefighters and emergency medical teams.

Action

The Action Package contains all the Quick Action Forms needed to collect and record the data at the scene that gives your photos cash value for insurance companies, lawyers, victims, witnesses, police, fire, rescue, government agencies such as FAA, FEMA, military, Weather Service and more!

Instant Response

The Instant Response or "The Deadline Package" puts everything you need at your fingertips to get your photos and all related data to news gathering services before deadline.

WHO CAN GET IT

The Chase Kit was specifically designed for IFPO Press members who currently hold the American Image IFPO Press Credentials (pages 10 and 11). The Chase Kit assumes that you are in possession of one or both of these credential sets.

DO YOU QUALIFY?

  • If you are an IFPO member and are a holder of the IFPO Press Credentials or both, YOU QUALIFY and may order the CHASE KIT.

  • If you are an IFPO member, but not yet a member of the press program, TO QUALIFY you must order one of the press programs on page 6 or 7 before or at the same time you order the CHASE KIT.

  • If you are not an IFPO member, TO QUALIFY you must join IFPO (page 17) and order any one of the press programs on page 20 or 21 before or at the same time you order your CHASE KIT.

    • WHAT YOU GET

    YOU GET THESE 3 READY TO USE PACKAGES:
    The Pursuit Package works with your current IFPO Press Credentials to get even greater access to breaking news scenes. It contains:

    The Action Package provides the easy to use forms for quick accurate collection of news worthy information that makes your photos valuable.

    The Instant Response Package makes reporting as easy as ABC. It puts everything you need at your fingertips instantly.

    All forms include reproduction rights so you can make as many copies as you need.



    How to Order the CHASE KIT:

    Use the On-Line Order Form or the order form in Today/s Photographer magazine (page 47).

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    CHASE KIT Q & A

    Q-I already have Press Credentials. Why do I have to buy the Chase Kit?
    A-You DO NOT. The Chase Kit was simply designed to make the breaking NEWS REPORTER'S job easy. It gives you everything you need on the spot to do the job, do it right and get it to your nearest editor. The Chase Kit actually serves as your assistant to make sure you collect all the facts and then get them to the right place.

    Q-What is a Chase photographer; what do they chase?
    A-We consider any photographer who is in search of breaking news events to be a "Chase Hound". He chases sports, entertainment, fires, accidents, storms, natural disasters, plane crashes, train wrecks, press conferences and even goodwill tours.

    Q-Will police recognize the Chase Kit?
    A-Police will recognize the Press Credentials which must be used with the NEWS REPORTER accreditation part of the Chase Kit.

    Q-Will Today's Photographer publish these news stories?
    A-In general, no. But Today's Photographer WILL publish stories about YOU covering these stories. The breaking news stories themselves need to go to daily newspapers and wire services.

    Q-How do I find out if a newspaper or TV station can use my news photos?
    A-Let's use an auto accident as an example. You have photographed the wreck and are leaving the scene without having seen any other photographers or news teams. Pick up the nearest phone (using the numbers listed in your Reporter's Field Directory) to notify news agencies that photos of the accident are available even though the film has not been processed.

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