Now Open: Accreditation Window to obtain Access to the Paris Media Centre

Hosted at the Carreau du Temple in the heart of Paris, accreditation will also provide you with access to the best possible working conditions, as well as a range of exclusive content and services.

Located in the heart of Paris, the Media Centre will also give you the opportunity to (re)discover the host city, with a program of exclusive and curated content – details coming soon! Every day, you will have access to:

• Morning briefings;
• Press conferences;
• Press tours;
• Workshops;
• Events.

To accommodate you as best possible, the Paris Media Centre will provide:

• Workstations and quiet workspaces;
• Storage lockers;
• TV & radio studio;
• Enhanced Wi-Fi, as well as numerous ethernet connections.

The Media Centre will also provide various complimentary services:

• Easy Filming Pass;
• Filming assistance;
• Stand-up positions;
• Concierge service;
• Unlimited coffee;
• Meditation, yoga, stretching classes, massages.

Print & Online

• Print media journalists: a document containing three (3) signed articles published in the last 12 months, along with a copy of the publication.
• Online media journalists: representatives of online media organisations must provide three (3) signed articles published on their website within the last six (6) months; and:
  • The website must belong to a recognised press organisation and have a precise and verifiable postal address and telephone number;
  • The website must publish at least 60% original news, comments or analysis;
  • The website must update online articles at least three times a week;
  • Online publications may originate from news organisations or blogs in addition to the above.
• Pure players journalists broadcasting video content: on their platform or via social networks, please refer to the category ‘broadcast (radio & television) media’.

Radio, TV, Photography, Independent Journalists & Content Creators

• Broadcast (radio & television) media representatives: a document detailing three (3) features aired in the last 12 months. Sound engineers, producers and technicians may submit stories in which they participated in to support their application.
• Independent broadcasting production companies: a letter of commitment from the broadcasting, production, or distribution organisation that intends to broadcast their work. The project must be related to the Olympic and Paralympic Games.
• Photographers: six (6) original press clippings OR photos with credits from the issuing organisation, published within the last 12 months.
• Freelancers: a mission statement and proof of acceptance from a media outlet or a specific publication. Accreditation applications from freelance journalists or photographers must clearly state that the applicant is on assignment from a media organisation or working for a specific publication.
• Content creators: provide a link to content platforms and provide at least three (3) pieces of content published on social media in the last 3 months. You must also:
  • Refer to a registered business, have an accurate and verifiable postal address and telephone number; proof that you regularly publish content (at least 2 to 3 pieces of content per week);
  • number; proof that you regularly publish content (at least 2 to 3 pieces of content per week);
  • X (Twitter) and Meta platforms (Instagram, Threads, Facebook): a minimum of 25 000 followers and 5-6% engagement rate is required;
  • YouTube: A minimum of 50 000 subscribers and a minimum of 2 500 views per video required;
  • TikTok: A minimum of 200 000 subscribers and 10% engagement rate required;
  • Publish content related to the Paris Media Centre’s areas of interest (sport, tourism, culture, etc.)
• Accreditation approval will occur at a later stage. Notification of accreditation will be sent via email. As a reminder, registrations on the do not guarantee accreditation.
• The Paris Media Centre will be open to both accredited and non-accredited journalists covering Olympic events between July 19 until August 11 and August 24 until September 8.

Eligibility Criteria

• Publications that are awareness-raising or advocacy tools for non-governmental organisations (NGOs) or non-profit associations are not eligible for media accreditation;
• It is not possible to apply for dual accreditation (as press representative and/or delegate and/or NGO).

For more information, visit Paris Media Centre.