First AmendmentAWARDS DINNER

TWENTY-EIGHTH ANNUAL

FREEDOM FAILS WITHOUT A FREE PRESS

RADIO TELEVISION DIGITAL NEWS FOUNDATION

MARCH 8, 2018. WASHINGTON MARRIOTT MARQUIS.

First AmendmentAWARDS DINNER

TWENTY-EIGHTH ANNUAL RTDNF Supporters

ABC NewsABC News RadioAdelphia UniversityAmerican Petroleum InstituteAssociated PressBaron ServicesCBS NewsCBS News RadioCenter for Audit EqualityCNNCNN NewsourceConsumer Electronics AssociationCoxRepsThe E.W. Scripps CompanyGeneral MotorsH + K StrategiesHearst Television, Inc.Hubbard Broadcasting, Inc.Investment Company InstituteJVC Kenwood USA CorporationJohn S. and James L. Knight FoundationMagidNational Association of BroadcastersNational Association of Broadcasters Education FoundationNational Press FoundationNBC NewsNexstar Media Group, Inc.NPRRaycom MediaSAG-AFTRAScripps Networks InteractiveSinclair Broadcast GroupShowtime Networks, Inc.Skyview NetworksStephen Arnold MusicTEGNA, Inc.United Talent AgencyU.S. Chamber of CommerceUniversity of Missouri School of JournalismThe Washington PostWeather MetricsWiley Rein, LLPWilkinson Barker Knauer, LLP

Radio Television Digital News FoundationRTDNF exists to ensure that newsrooms, government o�cials, and the public don’t forget what the Constitutional protections of the First Amendment mean. At this annual event, RTDNF will showcase individuals and organizations that exemplify responsible journalism and who practice their constitutionally-guaranteed duty to seek and report the truth.

RTDNF and its sister organization RTDNA stand for all aspects of the First Amendment, particularly the freedom of the press. The Foundation aims to ensure that the broadcast and digital news profession remains a critical part of our nation’s free press for generations to come. As such, RTDNF provides training on what journalists can do legally and should do ethically as it:

• Supports U.S. First Amendment rights, worldwide press freedom and the public’s right to know.• Promotes discussion of ethics and integrity in news coverage.• Develops leadership skills among news professionals and sound management practices in news organizations. • Encourages diversity in news organizations and in news coverage. • Assesses the impact of technological change on the news industry. • Fosters exchanges of ideas and perspectives at the local, national and international levels.

Our VisionAn America in which the press is able to hold the powerful to account, shine a light on corruption, act as a catalyst for positive change in local communities without denial of access, undue restriction, or fear of attack.

Your sponsorship demonstrates your commitment to the First Amendment and press freedom by supporting training resources for student and professional journalists focused on ethics, financial reporting, best practices, international reporting, and newsroom management.

Support the First AmendmentFor more information or to become a sponsor or advertiser:Holly Rose, Industry Relations and Sponsorship ManagerDirect: 856-380-6890 | Mobile: 973-670-7977 | Email: hollyr@rtdna.org

March 8, 2018 | Washington Marriott Marquis | 6 p.m. cocktail reception | 7 p.m. dinner and show

HonoreesLifetime Achievement AwardRobin Roberts, Co-Anchor, “Good Morning America”

This award recognizes an individual who has performed an outstanding service and accomplishment spanning a career in journalism.

Leonard Zeidenberg First Amendment AwardJoe Scarborough and Mika Brzezinski, hosts, “Morning Joe”

This award is presented annually to a radio or television journalist or news executive who has made a major contribution to the protection of First Amendment freedoms. It’s named for the late Broadcasting & Cable senior correspondent Leonard Zeidenberg.

First Amendment Leadership AwardGretchen Carlson, former Fox News anchorand current President of the Miss America Organization

This award is presented to a business or government leader, or other individual, who has made a significant contribution to the protection of the First Amendment and freedom of the press.

First Amendment Service AwardDavid Rhodes, President, CBS News

This award honors professionals in local or network news who work in an o�-air, management, largely behind-the-scenes capacity.

First Amendment Award NBC’s “Meet the Press”

This award honors an outstanding individual or organization which champions the First Amendment and press freedoms.

Photograph by Brigitte Lacombe

SponsorshipLevel

Diamond$25,000

Platinum$15,000

Gold$10,000

Silver$7,000

Friend$2,000

Advertising

Full PageAd

Full PageAd

Half PageAd

Tables and Access

Two tables of 10 in a prominent location.

VIP reception access for your 20 dinner guests.

One table of 10.

VIP reception access for your 10 dinner guests.

One table of 10.

One table of 10.

Two tickets

On-Site Promotion

Logo in the printed program

Accolades from the podium with projected logo

Logo in the printed program

Accolades from the podium with projected logo

Logo in the printed program

Logo in the printed program

Listing in the printed program

Web Promotion

Linked logo on event web page

Logo on RTDNA.org homepage for 3 weeks

Linked logo on event web page

Logo on RTDNA.org homepage for 2 weeks

Linked logo on event web page

Listing on event web page

Listing on event web page

Digital Media Promotion

Listed in all event email marketing

Exposure over social media for 3 weeks

Listing in 3 weekly Communicator issues

Listed in all event email marketing

Exposure over social media for 2 weeks

Listing in 2 weekly Communicator issues

Listed in all event email marketing

Exposure over social media for 1 week

Listing in 1 weekly Communicator issue

RTDNF is a 501 (c)(3) nonprofit organization. Sponsor contributions for this event in excess of $1,620 per table are fully tax-deductible as allowed by law. This represents your contribution in excess of goods or services received.

Make an impact & align your brand with press freedoms!

Cocktail Reception Sponsor | $15,000Includes 4 tickets to the event, full page ad in the dinner program, signage in and around the cocktail reception, inclusion in all email marketing, linked logo on the event web page, logo in program and accolades from the podium.

Centerpiece Sponsor | $10,000Includes 4 tickets to the event, full page ad in the dinner program, logo on each centerpiece, recognition on signage, inclusion in all email marketing, linked logo on the event web page, logo in program and accolades from the podium.

Step-and-Repeat Sponsor | $10,000Includes 4 tickets to the event, full page ad in the dinner program, logo on step-and-repeat backdrop, recognition on signage, inclusion in all email marketing, linked logo on the event web page, logo in program and accolades from the podium.

Gift Sponsor | $10,000Includes 2 tickets to the event, half page ad in the dinner program, logo on custom gift for each attendee, recognition on signage, inclusion in all email marketing, linked logo on the event web page, logo in program and accolades from the podium. *Cost of gifts not to exceed $5,000

Signature Cocktail Sponsor | $6,000Includes 2 tickets to the event, half page ad in the dinner program, recognition on signage at each bar promoting your signature cocktail, cocktail name represents that of your choosing (in agreement with RTDNF), logo on cocktail napkin, linked logo on the event web page, and logo in program.

Branding Opportunities

Ad Size & Positioning 1 Week 1 Month 3 MonthsBanner 600 x 90 $550 $1,870 $4,290

RTDNA Communicator e-Newsletter

Digital AdvertisingFile Type: .jpg, .gifEmail to: katies@rtdna.org

Ad Size & Positioning 1 Month 3 MonthsBanner 468 x 60; rotating $1,000 $2,550Square 195 x 195; rotating $350 $895Double Square 195 x 390 $695 $1,775

RTDNA.org

*Ask about advertising over 3 months

Program AdvertisingFile Type: 300 DPI .pdfEmail to: katies@rtdna.orgAds are due by February 15, 2018

Ad Type Specs PriceFull Page 8.5” w x 11” h $2,000 .125” bleedsHalf Page 8.5” w x 5.5” h $1,500 .125” bleedsInside Front or Back Cover 8.5” w x 11” h $2,200 .125” bleeds

*Ask about advertising over 3 months

SponsorshipCONTACT NAME CONTACT EMAIL

TITLE COMPANY NAME (as it should appear in print)

ADDRESS CITY STATE

OFFICE PHONE MOBILE PHONE FAX

ZIP

Sponsorship Diamond Platinum Gold Silver Friend

Branding Packages Cocktail Reception Gift Sponsor Step-and-Repeat Centerpiece Sponsor Signature Cocktail

Print Advertising Full Page Half Page Inside Front Cover Inside Back Cover

Price$25,000$15,000$10,000$7,000$2,000

Price$15,000$10,000$10,000$10,000$6,000

Price$2,000$1,500$2,200$2,200

Digital Advertising (check one)

Ad Size & PositioningRTDNA.org Banner468 x 60; rotatingRTDNA.org Square 95 x 195; rotatingRTDNA.org DoubleSquare 195 x 390RTDNA Communicatore-Newsletter Banner 600x90

3 Months $2,550

$895

$1,775

$4,290

1 Month $1,000

$350

$395

$1,870

Individual Tickets $375.00Individual tickets are available for purchase online.

Sponsorship Rules and RegulationsRTDNA/F members, non-members, corporations, consulting firms, manufacturers, government agencies and other associations are eligible. RTDNA/F reserves the right to determine the eligibility of any sponsor or sponsorship during the course of any RTDNA/F event.

Payment and Cancellation PolicyFull payment must be received with the application to secure one of the selections made by the applicant. Without full payment, RTDNA/F will not guarantee or hold any of the applicant’s selections. Sponsorships and advertising are non-refundable and are nontransferable.

Logo and Ad SubmissionPlease email a hi-res vector logo, program advertisement and/or digital advertising to katies@rtdna.org. Ad deadline is February 15, 2018. Ads submitted after February 15 are not guaranteed.

Signature*I hereby certify that I understand the sponsorship rules, regulations, payment and cancellation policies.

PaymentTax ID: 38-1860090Make all checks payable to:Radio Television Digital News FoundationAttn: Kate SwitchenkoNational Press Building529 14th Street N.W., STE 1240Washington, D.C. 20045

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RTDNF is a 501 (c)(3) nonprofit organization. Sponsor contributions for this event in excess of $1,620 per tableare fully tax-deductible as allowed by law. This represents your contribution in excess of goods or services received.