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What is dope vzn?

DOPE VZN is a Chicago-based sports media agency redefining how the culture of athletics is captured and told.

We exist at the intersection of cinema, creativity, and community. A full-stack production agency built to amplify the emotion, grit, and legacy of sport through storytelling that feels alive.

DOPE VZN began on the sidelines of high-school gyms and AAU tournaments and has evolved into a multimedia engine that produces everything from cinematic documentaries and athlete features to branded campaigns and live event coverage.

Our lens is rooted in authenticity — not the highlight reel, but the heart behind it.

Our mission it to make the culture seen.

DOPE VZN exists to give athletes, teams, and creators a stage that honors their work, their stories, and their city.

We build visuals that move people — blending the precision of sports journalism with the soul of film.

Credentials & legal info

  • Registered Business: DOPE VZN LLC

    • EIN: 87-2901337

  • Member: Illinois Press Association

  • Fully Insured for Media Coverage

  • Publisher of DOPE Sports Network

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Michael Sanders

editor-in-chief

Destiny little

creator success manager

DOPE VZN CREDENTIAL POLICY

Effective Date: January 2025
Issued By: DOPE VZN LLC — Chicago, Illinois
Contact: press@dopevzn.com

Purpose

The DOPE VZN Credential Policy ensures all media activities under DOPE VZN LLC are conducted professionally, ethically, and in accordance with event and venue regulations.

Credential Definition

A DOPE VZN Media Credential authorizes an individual to represent DOPE VZN LLC for editorial coverage only, including photography, videography, and interviews, for publication across DOPE VZN’s official channels.

These credentials do not grant commercial, sponsorship, or promotional rights.

Eligibility

Credentials are issued only to verified DOPE VZN staff, contracted creators, or approved members of the DOPE Creator Guild.

All recipients must:

  • Have completed the internal Shooter Credential Request Form

  • Agree to the DOPE VZN Usage & Licensing Policy

  • Be in good standing with DOPE VZN

Usage Rules

  • Credentials are non-transferable and valid only for the event(s) listed.

  • All content produced remains property of DOPE VZN LLC.

  • Shooters must follow all venue safety and conduct rules.

  • All footage or imagery must align with DOPE VZN’s editorial standards (authentic, respectful, and culture-driven).

  • Commercial resale, NIL partnerships, or brand use without written approval is prohibited.

Violations

Any misuse of a DOPE VZN credential, including misrepresentation, unauthorized sales, or unapproved sponsorship activity, will result in:

  • Immediate credential revocation

  • Removal from the DOPE VZN Creator Guild

  • Potential legal action under content ownership and brand misuse laws

Contact

All questions or requests regarding credentials should be sent to:
press@dopevzn.com
www.dopevzn.com/press

Request DOPE VZN Credentials

All DOPE VZN creators must request approval before covering any game, event, or shoot.

Submitting a credential request ensures our team can properly issue your official assignment letter, coordinate coverage, and verify access with event organizers.

Once your request is submitted, the DOPE VZN Media Relations team will review it within 24–48 hours.

If approved, you’ll receive a signed assignment letter confirming your clearance to shoot under DOPE VZN.

Please note:

  • Credentials are for editorial coverage only and are non-transferable.

  • All media created under DOPE VZN belongs to DOPE VZN LLC.

  • Unauthorized use, resale, or third-party brand partnerships are not permitted.

For questions or urgent approvals, contact press@dopevzn.com.

Link to Request is below:

Request Media Credentials