What must you obtain when taking pictures or video of a person for a broadcast?

• A. A release signed by the subject
• B. A credit in the final program
• C. Written permission from the venue
• D. A model release only for agents

Answer: (A)

Consent to use someone's image in a broadcast is documented with a release signed by the person. This gives explicit permission to film or photograph them and to use those images and any audio in the program, protecting you from later claims of unauthorized use and clearly outlining how the material may be used. A credit in the final program doesn’t authorize use, and permission from the venue covers location rights rather than the person’s rights to their image. A release is the standard way to secure appearance rights, and it should be signed by the subject (or a parent/guardian if the person is a minor).