Media Production and Usage Agreement
Terms for Production, Use, and Distribution of Campaign Materials
Acceptance of Terms
By accessing, downloading, producing, distributing, or using any materials of the Donna for Virginia© campaign (from hereon, "the Campaign" or "Campaign"), including but not limited to press kit resources, photographs, audio files, videos, statements, or written/transcribed interview content, or by conducting interviews with or featuring the candidate in any media production, you agree to be bound by this Agreement.
1. Scope of Agreement
This Agreement applies to all Campaign-related content, both existing and future, including:
Official press materials and press kit resources
Photography and video content
Interview recordings and transcripts (past, present, and future)
Podcast appearances and audio content
Social media content and posts
Public statements, speeches, and appearances
Website content and resources
Any future interviews, appearances, or content featuring Donna Charles
Any other materials obtained from or featuring Donna Charles or the Campaign
2. Permitted Use
You may use Campaign materials for legitimate journalistic purposes, including:
News reporting and analysis
Editorial commentary
Educational purposes
Non-commercial documentary use
3. Prohibited Uses
You agree NOT to use Campaign materials or content from any appearances or interviews in any manner that:
Disparages, defames, or discredits Donna Charles or the Campaign
Misrepresents statements, positions, or actions through selective editing
Creates false or misleading impressions about the candidate
Violates the original context or intent of the content
Manipulates the candidate's name, image, likeness, statements or responses in a way that diverges from the stated intent
Infringes on intellectual property rights
Violates any applicable laws or regulations
4. Editorial Integrity
When editing or excerpting Campaign content from any source, including interviews and appearances, you agree to:
Maintain the original meaning and context of statements
Avoid selective editing that changes intent
Present information fairly and accurately
Clearly indicate when content has been edited or condensed
Provide full context when reasonably possible
Ensure editing maintains the integrity and intent of the candidate's statements and responses as provided at the time
To ensure compliance with these standards, the Campaign reserves the right to obtain original, unedited materials in cases of dispute, as outlined in Section 6.
5. Attribution and Credits
All use of Campaign materials must include:
Proper attribution to "Donna for Virginia©"
Preservation of any existing copyright notices
Photo credits as specified in metadata
Required disclaimers (see Section 7)
6. Right to Original Content
In cases of dispute regarding edited content:
The Campaign reserves the right to obtain unedited versions
You agree to provide original recordings/materials upon request
The Campaign may publish clarifications or corrections
Original content may be used for fair use defense purposes
For interviews and appearances, you agree to provide the unedited version for reference if editorial decisions are disputed
7. Military Service Disclaimer
Any use of materials showing military service must include:
"Donna Charles is a former member of the United States Air Force. Use of her military rank, job titles, and photographs in uniform does not imply endorsement by the U.S. Air Force, the Department of Defense, or any branch of the U.S. Government."
8. Enforcement
Violations of this Agreement may result in:
Immediate revocation of press credentials or media access
Formal cease and desist notices
Legal action for damages
Public statements regarding violations
9. Modifications
The Campaign reserves the right to modify this Agreement at any time. Continued use of materials after modifications constitutes acceptance.
10. Acknowledgment
By accessing, downloading, producing, distributing, or using any Campaign materials, conducting interviews with the candidate, or featuring the candidate in any media production, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by this Media Usage Agreement.
Contact Information
For questions about this Agreement or to report violations:
Email: contact@donnaforva.com
Subject Line: Media Usage Agreement Inquiry
Effective Date: August 18, 2025
Last Updated: August 18, 2025