Applicant Information

Emergency Contact

Interest Questions

Please answer the questions below.

Participation Expectations

By applying, I understand that this program may include:

• short training sessions

• event coverage assignments

• working as part of a two-person crew

• use of shared Mobile Photo Lab™ equipment

• same-day uploads and teamwork expectations

• wearing a Mobile Photo Lab™ MEDIA shirt during coverage

Parent and Youth Agreement

Mobile Photo Lab™ Youth Peace Week Media Team
Parent and Youth Participation, Transportation, Equipment, Media Release, and Acknowledgment Agreement

This Agreement is entered into by and between Mobile Photo Lab™ (“MPL”), the undersigned parent or legal guardian, and the undersigned youth participant.

1. Program Participation

The youth participant, who is a resident of Portsmouth, Virginia, has permission to participate in the Mobile Photo Lab™ Youth Peace Week Media Team and related training sessions, meetings, transportation, event coverage, and media production activities connected to Portsmouth Peace Week 2026 and related community programming.

2. Transportation Permission

The parent or legal guardian gives permission for Mobile Photo Lab™, its owner, employees, contractors, volunteers, representatives, and approved drivers to transport the youth participant to and from approved program-related activities, event sites, meetings, training sessions, and other related destinations.

The parent or legal guardian understands that transportation may occur in a business, personal, rented, or otherwise authorized vehicle used for approved program purposes.

3. Assumption of Risk

The parent or legal guardian understands that participation in community events, transportation, media production, and related activities may involve risks, including but not limited to:

• transportation-related risks

• slips, falls, or other accidental injury

• equipment-related issues

• interactions in public spaces

• ordinary risks associated with travel to and from event locations

The parent or legal guardian voluntarily accepts these risks on behalf of the youth participant.

4. Release of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, the parent or legal guardian, on behalf of the youth participant and their heirs, assigns, and representatives, releases and holds harmless Mobile Photo Lab™, its owner, employees, contractors, volunteers, representatives, sponsors, partners, and affiliated persons from any and all claims, demands, damages, liabilities, costs, expenses, injuries, losses, or causes of action arising out of or related to participation in the program, transportation to or from program-related activities, or use of program equipment, except in cases of willful misconduct or gross negligence where such release is not permitted by law.

5. Medical Authorization

If the parent or guardian cannot be reached in an emergency, I authorize Mobile Photo Lab™ and its representatives to seek emergency medical treatment for my child if reasonably necessary. I understand that I am financially responsible for any medical treatment provided.

Health concerns, allergies, or medical conditions MPL should know about:

6. Equipment Use

The youth participant understands that all phones, creator kits, microphones, lights, tripods, and related gear are the property of Mobile Photo Lab™ unless otherwise stated.

The youth participant agrees to:

• use equipment only for approved program purposes

• handle equipment carefully

• return equipment at the end of each shift unless otherwise instructed

• report damage, loss, or malfunction immediately

• avoid personal use unless expressly approved

The parent or guardian understands that MPL may choose to hold participants accountable for intentional misuse, reckless damage, theft, or failure to return issued equipment.

7. Photo, Video, and Media Consent Release

The parent or guardian grants permission for Mobile Photo Lab™ to photograph, film, videotape, audio record, and otherwise capture the youth participant’s image, likeness, voice, name, statements, and participation during training sessions, transportation, meetings, community events, and other program-related activities.

The parent or guardian and youth participant understand and agree that these photos, videos, audio recordings, and other media may be used by Mobile Photo Lab™ for lawful business, educational, documentary, editorial, community, promotional, and marketing purposes, including but not limited to:

• social media posts

• websites

• flyers and printed materials

• recap videos

• news and press features

• sponsor presentations

• grant applications and reports

• future promotional or educational materials

• Good News Portsmouth

• Portsmouth Buzz

• related Mobile Photo Lab™ media platforms

The parent or guardian understands that this consent is voluntary but is being granted without expectation of payment, royalties, or additional compensation.

The parent or guardian further releases and holds harmless Mobile Photo Lab™ from claims related to the lawful use, publication, display, reproduction, editing, or distribution of such media, except where prohibited by law.

8. Conduct Expectations

The youth participant agrees to:

• act respectfully and professionally

• follow instructions from MPL leadership

• work cooperatively with others

• avoid unsafe behavior

• avoid posting unapproved media

• represent the program positively in public

The parent or guardian understands that failure to follow conduct expectations may lead to suspension or removal from the program.

9. No Guarantee

The parent or guardian understands that participation in this program does not guarantee future employment, paid work, or ongoing assignment opportunities with Mobile Photo Lab™.

10. Acknowledgment

By signing below, the youth participant confirm that they have read this Agreement, understand its contents, and voluntarily agree to its terms.

Privacy Policy | Terms of Service