Approved March 15, 2025
Purpose:
This policy outlines the guidelines and requirements for ACB committees and affiliates to request promotional announcements ("promos") on ACB Media.
Eligibility:
Only ACB state and special interest affiliates are eligible to request promos. Local chapters are not eligible.
Promo Guidelines:
- Promos must not exceed 30 seconds in length.
- The requesting affiliate is responsible for providing the promo script and ensuring accuracy.
- ACB Media may assist in production if resources are available, but this is not guaranteed.
- Promos may not be used for fundraising activities, with the exception of affiliate auctions
- Promotions may only include announcements regarding conventions or other affiliate activities to the extent that they do not promote commercial entities.
- Each affiliate is limited to two (2) promos per calendar year.
- Promos will run for a maximum of two (2) weeks.
- The scheduled time and frequency of promo airings are at the sole discretion of ACB Media.
Submission Requirements:
- Promo requests must be submitted at least 30 days in advance of the desired start date.
- A blackout period will be maintained between June 1 and August 31 when production assistance is not available
- Submission of a promo should include the promo script and request for production assistance if required.
ACB Media reserves the right to accept or decline any promo request at its sole discretion.
Implementation:
This policy is designed to ensure fair and effective use of ACB Media resources while supporting ACB affiliates in their promotional efforts. Any questions regarding this policy should be directed at ACB Media management.
Approval & Amendments:
This policy is subject to review and modification by ACB Media leadership as needed.