Jan 03, 2024

Call for Official Photographer and Videographer/Live Stream Service Providers at the 2024 USEA AEC

By Meagan DeLisle - USEA Staff
USEA/Meagan DeLisle photo

The United States Eventing Association (USEA) American Eventing Championships presented by Nutrena Feeds (AEC) is the annual national championship for every level of the Olympic equestrian sport of eventing. The USEA is officially accepting bids for the following service providers at the 2024 USEA AEC which takes place Aug. 27—Sept. 1, 2024 at the Kentucky Horse Park in Lexington, Kentucky:

  • Official Photographer
  • Official Videographer/Live Stream Service Provider

Bids should be submitted to Meagan DeLisle, USEA Media and Communications Manager, at [email protected] no later than Jan. 31, 2024.

Official Photographer Requirements

  • Be able to staff a team with the capability of shooting 800+ riders in all three disciplines across all days of competition.
  • Provide the ability to view photos, whether onsite or online, for all competitors during the competition.
  • Provide a variety of package offerings to ensure competitors have the ability to obtain photos at various price points.
  • Work with the USEA onsite to fulfill same-day photo requests as needed.
  • Be able to provide their own internet needs during the competition.

Official Videographer/Live Stream Service Provider Requirements

  • Have the ability to film video and/or livestream 800+ riders in all three disciplines across all days of competition.
  • Provide the ability for all competitors to view and purchase video footage, whether onsite or online, within a timely manner.
  • Provide a variety of package offerings to ensure competitors have the ability to obtain videos at various price points.
  • Work with the USEA onsite to fulfill same-day video requests as needed.
  • Be able to provide their own internet needs during the competition.
  • Have the ability to provide quality live stream services that feature guest speakers, sponsor branding, and other requests in addition to competition footage.

About the USEA American Eventing Championships (AEC)

The USEA American Eventing Championships (AEC), presented by Nutrena Feeds, is the pinnacle of the sport at the national levels. Held annually, the best junior, adult amateur, and professional competitors gather to vie for national championship titles at every level from Beginner Novice to Advanced. This ultimate test of horse and rider draws hundreds of combinations from around the country to compete for fabulous prizes, a piece of the substantial prize money, and the chance to be named the National Champion at their respective levels. In fact, the 2021 AEC garnered over 1,000 entries and now stands as the largest eventing competition in North American history. The 2024 USEA American Eventing Championships presented by Nutrena Feeds will be held Aug. 27—Sept. 1 at the Kentucky Horse Park in Lexington, Kentucky. Click here to learn more about the USEA American Eventing Championships.

The USEA would like to thank Presenting Sponsor: Nutrena Feeds; Advanced Final Title Sponsor: Adequan; Platinum Level Sponsor: Bates Saddles; Gold Level Sponsors: Capital Square, Horse & Country, Parker Equine Insurance, Smartpak, Standlee; Silver Level Sponsors: Auburn Labs, The Jockey Club, Kerrits; and more!

Apr 25, 2024 Eventing News

Great Britain's Ingham & Banzai du Loir Take the Early Lead at Defender Kentucky CCI5*-L

Great Britain’s Yasmin Ingham and Banzai du Loir found themselves in a familiar position today at the top of the leaderboard after dressage at the Defender Kentucky Three-Day Event, scoring a 26.0. A year ago, Ingham and “Banzai” led the field heading into cross-country after Friday’s dressage, but they drew an earlier start this year, and Ingham’s got a few more challengers to come tomorrow.

Apr 25, 2024 Competitions

Martin & His ‘Mega Horse’ Take the Lead in Cosequin CCI4*-S at Kentucky

In comparison to many of his other upper-level event horses, Commando 3, or “Connor” as he is known in the barn, is still a newer ride for Boyd Martin, but that hasn’t held the pair back.

Apr 25, 2024 News

Weekend Quick Links: April 27-28

Are you following along with the action from home this weekend? Or maybe you're competing at an event and need information fast. Either way, we’ve got you covered! Check out the USEA’s Weekend Quick Links for links to information including the prize list, ride times, live scores, and more for all the events running this weekend.

Apr 25, 2024 Competitions

The 2024 K3DE Daily: Dressage Day 1

Let the fun and games begin! This morning kicks off the official start of competition at the 2024 Defender Kentucky Three-Day Event (K3DE). The hefty four-star field is the first to set foot in the Rolex Stadium starting at 8:00 a.m. Last year we saw 49 four-star pairs in this division, but this year there are 63 pairs in the field.

Official Corporate Sponsors of the USEA

Official Joint Therapy Treatment of the USEA

Official Feed of the USEA

Official Saddle of the USEA

Official Real Estate Partner of the USEA

Official Equine Insurance of the USEA

Official Forage of the USEA

Official Supplement Feeding System of the USEA

Official Competition & Training Apparel of the USEA

Official Horse Boot of the USEA