Tryon Resort’s 2022 Private Client Photographer Policy

Thank you for your interest in becoming a Private Client Photographer (PCP) at Tryon International Equestrian Center (TIEC) at Tryon Resort. Our main focus at TIEC is providing memorable experiences to our competitors, and that includes offering them the opportunity to hire their own photographer.  We hope you find this information beneficial, and if you have any questions, please email photos@tryon.com for clarification or concerns.

Want to shoot a sport beyond Hunter/Jumper competitions? Please contact media@tryon.com.

 

RULES

  1. You are only allowed to shoot as a Private Client Photographer.
  2. Independent Contractor will carry general liability, automobile liability, workers’ compensation and employer liability insurance. Independent Contractor shall provide a certificate of insurance to TIEC evidencing such coverage. In the event the Independent Contractor fails to carry such insurance, TIEC will acquire the appropriate insurance coverage on behalf of the Independent Contractor and offset the Consideration to the extent necessary to reimburse TIEC for the cost incurred as a result. Independent Contractor shall indemnify and hold harmless TIEC and its agents and employees from and against any damages, claims, and expenses arising out of or resulting from work conducted by Independent Contractor and its agents or employees.
  3. You cannot post photos taken at Tryon Resort or TIEC online for public sale.
  4. Recruiting new clients on property is limited to photographers with a vendor contract. Soliciting new clients once your client list has been approved is strictly prohibited.
  5. You must visibly wear your Private Client Photography Pass at all times while operating any camera with a lens larger than 85mm.
  6. You must submit your Client List by the Monday of the week you plan to photograph in order to receive your pass. 
  7. Private Client Photographers must NOT shoot from arena footing, including in warm-up areas, bridle paths or in-gates, at any time. For safety of horses, riders and their staff, photographers must shoot from the exterior of competition and warm-up areas.
  8. Anyone found to be violating the above rules may be subject to removal from the property and their credential may be revoked. Infractions may result in being denied future credentials. 

PASS RATES: Tryon Hunter/Jumper 2022 Series

Weekly: $250/week National, $400/week FEI

 

Payment: Once your application is submitted and approved, you will be given an online link to complete your purchase. Media passes will not be issued until payment is received and client lists are submitted to photos@tryon.com. 

 

Clients: PCPs must submit client lists in advance of receiving their pass containing no more than 25 horses.  Client lists cannot be altered once competition has begun.

 

Media Outlets/Public Relations/Creative Agencies: 

Media outlets do NOT need to apply for Private Client Photography credentials in order to photograph classes for news purposes, but must apply for a media credential here.  Media outlets pay no fee but must demonstrate legitimate news coverage and relevant circulation or follower numbers.

 

Agencies or individuals managing content or public relations for competitors must be approved as a PCP in order to shoot and provide photos to their clients, or purchase content directly from the official photographer. Outside of these designations, no individual is permitted onsite at TIEC for the purpose of photography. Creative agencies that provide media coverage and client-specific coverage may only be designated as either media or a PCP in any given week, and this designation must be approved by TIEC management.


Videography from outside entities is not permitted at any time. Agencies are welcome to purchase competition footage from Show Grounds Live for commercial purposes.

Private Client Photography Application

Please submit the credential request form below for Private Client Photography credentials. Note that due to demand, PCPs are not guaranteed multiple weeks of access, but we will do our best to grant as many passes requested as possible. PCPs are required to submit client lists to media@tryon.com for each week they are granted a pass.
  • Select all that apply. Note that multiple weeks are not guaranteed but we will do our best to fit everyone in where we can.
  • One photographer permitted per pass. No exceptions.
  • I understand that I am conducting business on Tryon International Equestrian Center (TIEC)’s property and agree to follow all posted rules and conduct business in a respectful fashion. I understand the in-house photography service OR official photographer has preference to operate at the facility and I will not interfere with their businesses. I, under no circumstance, will enter any arena, warm-up area or bridle path to take photos. The competitors and horses have top priority: I will not place myself in areas that may affect a rider’s round or spook/interfere with the horses. Unless I purchase a vendor space separately, I agree to not solicit business while at TIEC. I understand I am not able to not sell my images taken at TIEC to the public online. I agree to visibly wear the Private Client Photography Pass at all times while operating any camera with a lens larger than 85mm. TIEC reserves the right to revoke my pass if I do not comply with the rules posted above or refuse payment.