Welcome to the NAB Show Youth Professional Application!

NAB Show is proud to welcome Youth Professionals aged 10-15 who are making their mark in the industry to join us in Las Vegas. Please note that this application is part of an approval process required for all attendees under the age of 16. Completing this form does not guarantee registration.

Once your application is submitted, it will be reviewed by NAB Show management. Please allow 7-10 business days for the review process. If your application is approved, a payment link will be sent to the parent or guardian to finalize the registration.

We look forward to celebrating the next generation of industry innovators!

Eligibility Requirements

Attendees

Youth under 16 must meet all of the following criteria:

• Industry Relevance: Must demonstrate a genuine interest in broadcasting, media, technology, or related fields.
• Educational/Professional Background:
• Enrolled in or completed coursework, training, or workshops related to the NAB Show’s focus areas (e.g., film production, broadcasting, journalism, or media technology).
• Involved in an extracurricular activity or project related to the industry, such as school media programs, independent filmmaking, or student-run tech startups.

• Chaperone Requirement: Must be accompanied by a parent, legal guardian, or verified chaperone with a professional affiliation in the industry. Parent/legal guardian listed on application must have a completed 2025 NAB Show registration for application to be considered complete.
• Supporting Documentation: Submit a brief description or portfolio highlighting relevant experience or interest.

Exhibitors

Youth participating as exhibitors must meet all of the following criteria:

• Active Role: Be an integral part of their company’s or organization’s exhibit team, with responsibilities such as:
• Presenting or demonstrating a product or service.
• Contributing to the company’s offerings, e.g., content creation, product development, or social media engagement.

• Professional Affiliation: Represent a company or organization that is officially exhibiting at NAB Show.
• Supervision Requirement: Must have a parent, guardian, or team supervisor present at all times during participation. Parent/legal guardian listed on application must have a completed 2025 NAB Show registration for application to be considered complete.

Press

Youth applying for press credentials must meet all of the following criteria:

• Media Creation/Reporting Role: Actively involved in creating media content, such as:
• Reporting, interviewing, or producing content for school or independent publications, online platforms, or video channels.
• Affiliation Proof: Provide a valid press or media organization affiliation, even if it is a school-based organization.

• Supervisor Verification: Be accompanied by a supervising adult (teacher, guardian, or mentor) who can verify their role and oversee their activities onsite. Parent/legal guardian listed on application must have a completed 2025 NAB Show registration for application to be considered complete.

General Process Application

Approval Request: Submit an application via the NAB Show website with the required documentation.

Approval Authority: Applications will be reviewed by the NAB Show team or a designated committee. NAB Show Management will review all applications. Approved applicants will receive further instructions for completing their youth registration. Approvals will be granted based on alignment with these qualifications. If an application is not approved, the parent, guardian or exhibitor will be notified with an explanation.

Badge Designation: Approved youth participants will receive a distinct badge type to reflect their status and access level.