Slide1 : 1 FIVB
2008 Beach Volleyball Partnership opportunities (updated on 06.07.2007)
Slide2 : 2
CONTENTS
The Goals of the 2008 FIVB Organisers’ Partnership page 3
A Sport for the Media page 4
Sponsors’ benefits page 22
FIVB Sponsors’ reserved product categories page 23
FIVB Beach Volleyball Events: from the World Championships to the grass roots page 24
6. SWATCH-FIVB World Championships page 26
7. SWATCH-FIVB World Tour
Grand Slam page 34
Open page 42
8. Challenger and Satellite page 51
9. SWATCH – FIVB World Championships Youth and Junior page 57
10. Other Type of Events page 60
Slide3 : 3 ► Establish Beach Volleyball as the most popular world summer sport, increasing the figures in all key areas
► Improve the stability of the calendar by incorporating on 4 years cycles starting from 2008 world wide organizers able to strength the Beach Volleyball promotion and facilitate the planning for all partners
► Increase TV exposure up 200 countries and the number of events, up to 5 Grand Slam and 30 Double gender events, in all 5 continents with a calendar lasting 7-8 months each year.
► Attract enthusiastic mass of fans to world wide Beach Volleyball events from the heart of great cities to mountains, beautiful beaches and much more.
► Generate sponsorship opportunities internationally, nationally and locally
► Create a strong brand to develop Beach Volleyball as a major world media entertainment
► Increase total prize money to USD 10million
► Work closely with the IOC andamp; the Organising Committee for the Olympic Games to successfully stage Olympic Beach Volleyball tournaments as in Atlanta, Sydney, Athens and Beijing.
► Develop professional national tours and national team programmes through affiliated National Volleyball Federations and FIVB initiatives
► Create opportunities for athletes to become professional players and recognised globally as stars
► Maintain Beach Volleyball as a drug-free sport! The Goals of the 2008 FIVB Organisers’ Partnership
Slide4 : 4 Number of Events and Prize Money Number of Events Overall Prize Money
Slide5 : 5 A Sport for the Media The SWATCH-FIVB World Tour 2006 achieved new broadcasting records, as of September 22nd:
► Distribution of primary footage to over 160 countries;
► Potential primary audience of 432M+ TVHH;
► News distribution to 200+ countries, over 1 billion viewers.
► The events were shown in 205 countries worldwide on live coverage, live-delayed coverage and videotaped highlights, an increase of 33% from 2003.
► Beach Volleyball and Volleyball recorded best TV viewer/hours (3.5 Billion) at the Athens 2004 ► 1100 hours of television coverage.
► Cumulative Audience of over 80 million On-site Spectators
Slide6 : 6 Broadcasting strategy: Programming The FIVB ensures that the following are covered by TV:
► Minimum Match coverage
Semi-finals
Bronze Medal match
Final
Awards ceremony
► 14 highlight shows of 52 minutes each in 2007, featuring:
Match footage
Cities and venues
Interviews
Sponsor integration
Custom-made graphics and music
State-of-the-art image and sound editing
► News
► Unilateral transmission on demand
Slide7 : 7 Broadcasting strategy: Production
► World Championships (every 2 years):
10 cameras, including 1 super slow-motion for all days min. 4 matches
1 ENG crew for FIVB use (for all days)
Fully produced international match coverage
Extensive domestic match coverage, highlights and news excerpts
Daily News production and distribution
Mandatory broadcast of at least the semi-final and final games
► World Tour Grand Slam events:
8 cameras, including 1 super slow-motion mandatory for semi-finals and finals games plus
2 additional matches per gender’s event
1 ENG crew for FIVB use (for all days)
Fully produced international match coverage
Comprehensive domestic match coverage and highlights
Custom-made graphics and music
State-of-the-art image and sound editing
Daily News production and distribution
Mandatory broadcast of at least the semi-final and final games
► World Tour Open events:
6 cameras for the final day of each gender’s event
Fully produced international match coverage
Comprehensive domestic coverage
One full day of an ENG crew for FIVB use
Slide8 : 8 Host broadcasters 2006 Men’s events
Austria ORF
Brazil SporTV/TV Globo
China Shanghai TV Sports Channel Canada CBC Croatia HTV Croatian National TV
France Sport +/M6
Germany Comptent
Italy Sport Italia
Norway NRK/TV Vest
Mexico Televisa Poland Polsat
Portugal Sport TV
Puerto Rico Canal 13
Russia Sport Russia Spain TILT
Switzerland SRG SSR
Thailand ITV Women’s events
Austria ORF
Brazil SporTV/TV Globo Canada CBC China Shanghai TV Sports Channel France Sport +/M6
Germany Comptent
Greece ERT3
Italy Sport Italia
Mexico Televisa Norway NRK/TV Vest
Poland Polsat Portugal RTP-Madeira Russia Sport Russia
Spain TILT
Switzerland SRG SSR
Thailand ITV
Slide9 : 9 International distribution 2006:
Europe, Asia, Americas, Oceania Asia
China GSC
Vietnam HTV
Korea Sky BBS
Philippines Solar Americas
Canada CBC
Brazil Sport TV
Oceania
Australia Fox Sports
New Zealand Sky
Europe Pan-European Eurosport
Romania Telesport
Poland Polsat
Russia NTV Plus/ RTR
Belgium VRT
Slide10 : 10 International distribution 2006:
Indian sub-continent, Africa, Middle East Indian sub-continent
India, Pakistan,
Banglandesh, Sri Lanka, Seychelles, Maldives, Mauritius, Nepal,
Afghanistan
Ten Sports
Middle East
Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman,
KSA, UAE, Egypt,
Jordan, Lebanon,
Yemen, Qatar, Syria,
Algeria, Chad, Djibouti,
Mauritania, Morocco,
Somalia, Sudan,
Tunisia, Iran, Iraq,
Libya, Israel,
West Bank,
Gaza Strip
and
Palestine
Showtime Africa
South Africa, Zimbabwe, Namibia, Mozambique, PR Congo, Gambia, Madagascar, Nigeria, Sierra Leone, Gambia, Central African Republic, Botswana, Cameroon, Egypt, Ethiopia, Gabon, Ivory Coast, Kenya, Mali, Sudan, Swaziland, Tanzania, Uganda,
Zambia MNET Supersport
International distribution 2006 : 11 International distribution 2006 Europe Middle East- Indian Sub Continent
Slide12 : 12 International distribution 2006 Asia-Pacific
International distribution 2006 : 13 International distribution 2006 Americas Africa
Slide14 : 14 More TV hours, more countries Number of Territories Consolidated presence
in new markets penetrated
in 2005 Number of Broadcasters Stable worldwide presence
despite major and constant competition
Slide15 : 15 INTERNATIONAL DISTRIBUTION Comparative Overview #1 – Hours of Programming
Slide16 : 16 Additional coverage
► Extended news distribution
to EBU, which has 1,000 members and affiliates in 75 countries worldwide
to Reuters, which has 335 members in 94 countries worldwide
► Tailored distribution to SNTV, which serves one billion households in 191 countries worldwide
► Regular features and reviews in
Trans World Sport (five versions in more than 150 countries)
Gilette World of Sports (more than 100 countries)
Deutsche Welle (worldwide news feed)
Major global networks and sports shows, including ARD,
ZDF, BBC, NHK and Fox etc
Slide17 : 17 Continued improvements New graphics were introduced in 2004, developed by the same creative team as promotional material for
► FIFA World Cup
► UEFA Champions League
► ATP Masters Series Tennis
Slide18 : 18 2008 TV strategy ► Increase the number of events worldwide
► Achieve a solid presence on all 5 continents
► Increase exposure in the EU andamp; establish a concrete presence in USA andamp; Latin America
► Develop partnerships with major host broadcasters and optimise domestic broadcasting
► Maintain regular contact with international broadcasters and improve control of global distribution
► Offer flexible production alternatives, but maintain uniform packaging for all TV coverage
► Improve event technology
► Offer consistent opportunities for sponsors
► Increase live and live-delayed distribution through efficient planning
► Maintain a constant emphasis on high quality
► Offer TV commercial opportunities to Beach Volleyball partners in association with the broadcast of the FIVB properties
► Top quality ► Positive impact on distribution ► Makes the sport grow!
Slide19 : 19 The best European communication platform:
an example of a fruitful partnership In 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006 and 2007 all SWATCH-FIVB World Tour World Championships, Double Gender and Single Gender events were shown on Eurosport, the most important pan-European channel.
► broadcasts in 54 countries
► available to 109 million households
► 20 different commentary languages
► + offers 4 advertising languages – English, German, French, Dutch
► Eurosportnews is seen in 70 countries ► Eurosport.com receives up to 240 million page impressions per month NB. The FIVB and Eurosport partnership will continue until 2008 ► Available in 40 countries (+8 countries)
► 20 million households = + 3 million in one year (+15%)
Slide20 : 20 Number of different viewers (in million)
Slide21 : 21 Eurosport: World Tour viewers and hours broadcast Total estimated
reach
50 million Number of different viewers 112h 130h +16% Number of hours broadcast
Slide22 : 22 Viewers’ profile on Predominantly young, male andamp; very upscale Top 15% income earner
22%
Slide23 : 23 2006 TV Exposure
Slide24 : 24 Beach Volleyball in the Press Coverage in major newspapers andamp; magazines around the world
Slide25 : 25 Sponsor benefits for promoters EXAMPLE OF LOGO BRANDINGS ON :
Panels on centre court (static or rotating)
Panels on side courts
Visual incorporating titles and sponsors
Net bands
Referee’s chair padding
Athletes’ and staff uniforms
Flags
Composite signage and billboards
Inflatable displays
Venue signage exposure
Stadium entrance
For more details about OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AND COMMERCIAL RIGHTS such as
TV commercial rights exclusivity, Product category exclusivity etc. go to our website at: http://www.fivb.org/EN/BeachVolleyball/index.asp Scoreboard publicity on centre court
Outside courts scoreboards
Backdrops and podiums (interview, awards ceremony, etc.)
FIVB website association to the event
Official tournament programme cover
Advertising pages in official tournament programme
Official tournament poster
Accreditation passes
Promotional materials
Promoter press releases
Umbrellas
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Rotating Panel Configuration
Slide27 : 27 Static Panel Configuration
Slide28 : 28 SWATCH FIVB Visual Grand Slam Visual 2007 World Championships
Visual
Slide29 : 29 FIVB sponsors’ reserved product categories The following sponsors categories are reserved in exclusivity by the FIVB (for 2008).
CONTRACTS IN FORCE:
► TIMING SERVICES Watches, clocks, timepieces, scoreboards, timing-keeping devices, access equipment and services
► SPORTSWEAR Sports and leisure wear; uniforms for athletes, officials, organisers’ staff, court personnel and volunteers, including T-shirts, sweat-shirts, shorts, hats, polo shirts, baseball caps, shoes, sandals, and sport bags
► JEWELLERY Items in silver, gold and other metals; precious and semi-precious stones etc
► BANKING and other financial services
► VIDEO GAMES Licensing programs
► WATER, COFFEE AND MINERAL WATERS ► SPORTS EQUIPMENT Balls
► MOBILE SERVICE RIGHTS (non exclusive)
All remaining categories (available on page 107 of the Handbook) can be used by promoters
**For tobacco and alcohol products, a written request should be made to the FIVB, which reserves the right to give its position according to an existing law banning or not allowing publicity for tobacco and alcohol in a certain country**
Slide30 : 30 FIVB BEACH VOLLEYBALL EVENTS … from the World Championships
to the grass roots
Note: The FIVB reserves the right to modify the content of this document at a later stage
Slide31 : 31 EVENTS OPPORTUNITIES
Slide32 : 32 SWATCH-FIVB World Championships presented by (promoter’s sponsor)
► Staged every 2 years;
► Hosts the best Men’s and Women’s Beach Volleyball teams, competing for the World Championships crown.
► Excitement, entertainment, emotion andamp; energy come together in magnificent locations for an event that attracts the attention of the most important global media. These elite players earn the highest prize money of 1 million dollars andamp; World Ranking points
► This event which is part of the Grand Slam concept is the most important Beach Volleyball event after the Olympic Games ► The next available edition is in 2009. Applications to stage the World Championships in 2009 event are still open andamp; will close by July 31st , 2007.
Apply using the enclosed forms , WT04, WT/21, WT/22 andamp; WT/23
Slide33 : 33 World Championships: organisers’ benefits Guaranteed worldwide promotion of FIVB andamp; FIVB partners through all means
Guaranteed participation of top ranked men’s and women’s team through World Ranking
Worldwide media andamp; TV exposure provided by the FIVB in more than 200 countries through live and live-delayed broadcasting, news and dedicated highlights programme
Commercial rights for the promoter (50% each for organisers and FIVB to facilitate sponsorship opportunities) andamp; exclusive use of its sponsors’ categories
Rights of a presenting sponsor
100% of sales of hospitality packages
100% of private and government contributions and subsidies
100% of national broadcasting sales
100% of ticketing
100% of the commercial exploitation of programmes and accessories including souvenirs, mascots, emblems etc.
Exclusive rights for on-site sales of sponsors’ merchandise in their respective categories
Commercial rights for 50% of the on-court advertising exposure, on-site events, printed materials, VIP packages etc.
FIVB participation as per enclosed information
Slide34 : 34 World Championships: organisers’ benefits continued Right to develop with the FIVB a logo to incorporate the SWATCH-FIVB World Championships andamp; the presenting sponsor
Use of the visual in all communications, billboards, backdrops etc
Use of official graphics on all communications andamp; integration of the presenting sponsor in the title of the event
Olympic Games qualification tournaments (in 2012) where double World Ranking points than an Open will be awarded
Exclusive date in the calendar – no clash with major continental or intercontinental events
Full exclusivity for all major events in the host country during the term of the agreement and first right of refusal for other types of event in the same country
FIVB sponsors will supply their services and materials as per contract (e.g. 2 electronic scoreboards and speed serving devices on the centre court, shuttle buses, water andamp; uniforms)
BVIS results system for the prompt distribution of team participation, ranking, results etc
Beach Volleyball MIKASA balls (150)
2 seats at the World Council, 1 for the promoter and 1 for the national federation
Use of the FIVB trademarks in the promotion of the event(s)
Organisation of SWATCH kids’ camps and environmental and development programmes
Possibility of staging the preliminary phase in various locations
Slide35 : 35 World Championships: FIVB participation A total of USD 600,000 both gender’s event in Bonus pool (additional to the prize money)
International travel for all FIVB delegates (1 Press delegate, 2 Technical Supervisors, 1 Referee Delegate, 1 Medical Delegate, 7 neutral International Referees, 2 TV Coordinators, 1 physiotherapist andamp; 1 photographer
Travel allowance and insurance policy for 48 teams
International media andamp; TV exposure with a dedicated plan to promote the competition internationally and sell FIVB rights worldwide
TV coordination, TV news, TV graphics, production of a highlights programme and acquisition of commercial time on major broadcaster
Special nets free of charge for a promoter organising the event for the first time, featuring SWATCH on the mesh and promoter’s sponsor on the bands
Transport of FIVB sponsor materials to the location of the event through the FIVB sponsor budget
Commercial rights reserved for its inventory for products in FIVB reserved categories, including the title sponsor of the event, panels, flags, inflatable etc in dedicated space
Release to the organisers of the remaining sponsor categories
Possibility of staging the preliminary phase in various locations
Slide36 : 36 World Championships: FIVB participation continued Assignment of the most experienced FIVB delegates andamp; FIVB personnel on-site to assist the organisers
Monetary compensation as per mandate or flat fee for 1 Press Delegate, 1 physiotherapist, 2 TV Coordinators, 1 Medical Delegate, 2 Technical Supervisors, 1 Referee Delegate and 1 photographer
2 inspection visits by 1 FIVB Delegate including international andamp; local travel expenses, board andamp; lodging
Costs through FIVB sponsors of their respective panels, flags etc
Inclusion of information andamp; pictures related to the event in FIVB publications (Handbook, final report, media guide, Press kit, rules of the game)
Implementation of officials’ training programme andamp; seminars
Free access to videos, pictures andamp; players’ biographies in the FIVB archives for promotional purposes
Realisation of a visual andamp; its application in cooperation with SWATCH
Production of medals, FIVB flags andamp; trophies
Distribution of press releases, invitation of journalists
Preparation of World Council and Permanent Committee meetings
Coordination of the calendar andamp; its worldwide promotion in order to avoid clashes with other Beach Volleyball events
Production of a CD-Rom including the best pictures of athletes, venue etc
Implementation of the FIVB rules of the game to create a spectacular sport
Slide37 : 37 World Championships: organisers’ participation Venue of min. 8,000 seats including roofed VIP section for 800 people (including presidential section with 50 seats) andamp; a second recommended stadium of minimum 3,000 seats
Facilities as per the FIVB Handbook, video board, minimum of 8 competition courts and 2 warm-up courts (including sand and court equipment). The number of courts may vary depending on the competition schedule and total number of participating teams. Provided that the FIVB marketing regulations are fully implemented, the FIVB andamp; the organizers can develop unique look of the venue through a color common to several items (e.g. panels, external look of the bleachers, etc.).
Minimum of USD 400,000 prize money both gender’s, net of any deductions andamp; distribution of trophies for the top 3 teams
Minimum of 6 days with 48 men’s and 48 women’s teams
Production of branding around the playing courts, outside court scoreboards, participating country flags, promotional material, platform, commentary position, FIVB panels etc
Board andamp; lodging in a 4 or 5 star hotel for 48 for each gender, for all FIVB delegates andamp; local officials during the event
1 major TV host broadcaster to produce the basic feed (minimum 6 matches per day), with minimum 10 TV cameras, 1 super slow-motion, 3 slow motion, a troupe ENG and news facilities for all days
Mandatory minimum broadcast of semi-finals andamp; final games
A contract with the host broadcaster must be signed at the same time as the FIVB/organiser agreement
A fee of USD 600,000 to be paid for the marketing andamp; TV rights
Slide38 : 38 World Championships: organisers’ participation continued Obligation to promote the event through its approved title
Rotating paneling system mandatory on the centre court. Timing to be in accordance with FIVB marketing regulations
Professional organisational structure, with long-term experience in managing, promoting andamp; marketing successful Beach Volleyball Grand Slam tournaments
Organizing chart with an active, full-time, dedicated structure working in an equipped office at least two years before the start of the event
Insurance to cover risk of damage to people at the venue
Flat fee (USD 800 each per week) for 7 FIVB international referees and a minimum USD 50 fee for 14 local referees, court personnel and auxiliary officials
2 inspection visits by 1 FIVB TV coordinator including international andamp; local travel expenses, board andamp; lodging + a flat fee (USD 300) during the inspection
Selection andamp; training of the host country referees (minimum 14), auxiliary officials and court personnel
Local transport for all FIVB officials, sponsors, consultants andamp; Main Draw athletes
Responsibility for all taxes andamp; duties on prize money, materials etc
Use of FIVB sports equipment
Slide39 : 39 World Championships: organisers’ participation continued Promotional plan andamp; event publicity on a national scale to guarantee full stadium during the entire competition
Press facilities (equipped) for minimum 300 journalists, Press centre personnal, press conferences andamp; PR company as per handbook
Printing andamp; developing of photographic material to be circulated to the parties concerned; set up andamp; maintenance of a website
Hospitality, protocol, catering andamp; side events offered to sponsors, VIPs athletes andamp; media
Personnel andamp; professional entertainers for an effective entertainment programme, side events andamp; trade village
Administrative costs of the event’s secretariat, including translator, security andamp; equipment
Meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner) for FIVB officials, referees and Main Draw athletes
Official meeting, preliminary inquiry, technical meeting, awards ceremony andamp; accreditations
Medical control, first aid area, drug testing and medical staff as per Handbook
For further details, go to: http://www.fivb.org/EN/BeachVolleyball/index.asp
Slide40 : 40 Grand Slam events
► Grand Slam is an annual series of events, part of the SWATCH-FIVB World Tour, staged in spectacular locations andamp; in first-class facilities. A team winning all Grand Slam events in 1 year will enter into the history of the sport.
-Best men’s and women’s athletes in the world -Double prize money, double World Ranking points andamp; Olympic qualification during the 2008 -Worldwide media.
► Grand Slam offers a chance to benefit from an effective integrated media andamp; TV plan with exceptional exposure and tremendously high commercial value.
► In principle, only 5 double-gender Grand Slams - representing the excellence of the SWATCH-FIVB World Tour - may be included in the annual calendar.
► Powerful international and national sponsorship programmes are perfectly integrated aiming to attract large audiences. A. The FIVB is responsible for distributing and selling TV rights of each Grand Slam internationally andamp; it is the sole owner of the commercial and TV rights B. The organisers have the right to enter into an agreement with a major host broadcaster andamp; they will receive at national level certain rights
► Deadline to apply for the 2008 seasons is July 31, 2007
Apply by using the forms WT/04, WT/21, WT/22 andamp; WT/23 available at www.fivb.org
Slide41 : 41 Grand Slam: organisers’ benefits
Guaranteed worldwide promotion of FIVB andamp; FIVB partners through all means
Guaranteed participation of top ranked men’s and women’s team through World Ranking
1+ 4 years commitment to stage Grand Slam events
Long-term partnerships to build momentum in the 2008 (with the possibility of renewing for another four years, 2009-2012, through new conditions)
Worldwide media and TV exposure provided by the FIVB in more than 200 countries through live and live-delayed broadcasting, news and dedicated highlights programme
Commercial rights for the promoter and exclusive use of its sponsors’ categories
Tournament title and presenting sponsor rights, eg, A1 Grand Slam presented by Nokia (50% International Title - 50% Tournament Title and presenting sponsor).
Possibility of developing a tournament title/logo with FIVB approval
Use of a visual in all communications, billboards, backdrops etc
100 % of sales of hospitality packages
100% of private and government contributions and subsidies
100% of national broadcasting sales
100% of ticketing
100% of the commercial exploitation of programmes and accessories including souvenirs, mascots, emblems etc
Exclusive rights for on-site sales of sponsors’ merchandise in their respective categories
Commercial rights for on-court advertising exposure, on-site events, printed materials, VIP packages etc
FIVB participation as per enclosed information
Slide42 : 42 Grand Slam: organisers’ benefits continued
Olympic Games qualification tournaments from January 1, 2007 until July 19, 2008 where double World Ranking points will be awarded
Exclusive dates in the calendar – no clash with major continental or intercontinental events
Full exclusivity for all major Beach Volleyball events in the host country during the term of the agreement and first right of refusal for other types of event in the same country
FIVB sponsors will supply their services and materials as per contract (2 electronic scoreboards and speed serving devices on the centre court; shuttle buses, water and uniforms, if the FIVB secures sponsor agreements in these categories)
BVIS results system for the prompt distribution of team participation, ranking, results etc
Nets free of charge if the promoter is organizing an FIVB event for the first time – use of the net bands
Beach Volleyball balls (80)
Two seats at the World Council, one for the promoter and one for the national federation
Use of the FIVB trademarks in the promotion of the event(s)
Organisation of SWATCH kids’ camps and environmental and development programmes
On-site signage (panels for local sponsors, flags, inflatable, accreditation cards, exposure on uniforms, stadium entrances, all billboards and backdrops, referee chair, awards ceremonies etc)
Public access announcements
Scoreboard publicity
On-site entertainment
Dedicated page on the FIVB website for event and tourist information
SWATCH electronic access ( Option available to be negotiated with SWATCH )
Slide43 : 43 Grand Slam: FIVB participation
Guaranteed participation of the best men’s and best women’s teams in the world
Bonus pool (additional prize money) equal to the prize money
Travel allowance and insurance policy for 32 teams into the main draw
International travel for all FIVB delegates (1 Press delegate, 2 Technical Supervisors, 1 Referee Delegate, 1 Medical Delegate, 7 neutral International Referees, 2 TV Coordinators, 1 physiotherapist and 1 photographer)
Monetary compensation as per mandate or flat fee for 1 Press Delegate, 1 physiotherapist, 1/2 TV Coordinators, 1 Medical Delegate, 1/2 Technical Supervisors, 1 Referee Delegate and 1 photographer.
1 inspection visit by an FIVB delegate including international and local travel expenses, board andamp; lodging
International media and international TV exposure through a specific Grand Slam plan
TV coordination, TV news, TV graphics, production of a highlights programme and acquisition of commercial time on major broadcaster
FIVB sponsors’ supporting programmes, materials and services, such as electronic scoreboards, speed ball device, uniforms, balls, etc. upon finalization of its partnership agreements.
Special nets free of charge for a promoter organising the event for the first time, featuring SWATCH on the mesh and promoter’s sponsor on the bands
BVIS results system for the prompt distribution of team participation, ranking, results, etc.
Transport of FIVB sponsor materials to the location of the event through the FIVB sponsor budget
Assignment of FIVB delegates and FIVB personnel on site
Commercial rights reserved for its inventory for products in FIVB reserved categories, including the title sponsor of the Tour, panels, flags, inflatable, etc. in dedicated space
Release to the organisers of the remaining sponsor categories
Slide44 : 44 Grand Slam: FIVB participation continued
Organisation of SWATCH kids’ camp and environmental and development programmes
Costs through FIVB sponsors of their respective panels, flags etc
Inclusion of information and pictures related to the event in FIVB publications (Handbook, final report, media guide, Press kit, rules of the game)
Implementation of officials’ training programme and seminars
Free access to videos, pictures and players’ biographies in the FIVB archives for promotional purposes
Realisation of a visual and its application in cooperation with SWATCH
Production of medals, FIVB and Tour flags and trophies
Seasonal kick-off Press conference, distribution of press releases, invitation of journalists
Preparation of World Council and Permanent Committee meetings
Coordination of the calendar and its worldwide promotion in order to avoid clashes with other Beach Volleyball events
Production of a CD-Rom including the best pictures of athletes, venue etc
Implementation of the FIVB rules of the game to create a spectacular sport
Use of commercial rights of the FIVB exclusive categories including the sponsor of the Tour, panels, flags etc in a dedicated space.
Release to the organizers of the remaining sponsor categories
Slide45 : 45 Grand Slam: organisers’ participation
1+ 4 years commitment to stage a double gender event as per FIVB regulations
Venue of minimum 5,500 seats including roofed VIP section for 600 people (including presidential section for 30 people)
Facilities as per the FIVB Handbook, video board, 6 or 8 competition courts and 2 warm-up courts (including sand and court equipment). Provided that the FIVB marketing regulations are fully implemented, the FIVB and the organizers can develop a unique look through a common color for some item (i.e. panels, external look of the bleachers, etc.)
USD 150,000 prize money per gender’s event, net of any deductions and trophies for the top 3 men’s and women’s teams
Minimum of 5 days competition staggered between men and women; minimum 32 men’s and 32 women’s teams in the Main Draw and 1 day qualification tournament
Production of branding around the playing courts, outside court scoreboards, participating country flags, promotional material, platform, commentary position, FIVB panels etc
Board andamp; lodging for a minimum of 32 teams per gender, and for FIVB officials andamp;local officials during the event
1 major TV host broadcaster to produce the basic feed, with minimum 8 TV cameras, 1 super slow-motion for at least the semi-final and final games, and two additional matches per day for each gender’s event, an ENG crew and news facilities for all days of the Main Draw.
Minimum mandatory broadcast of at least the semi-finals and the final games.
A national host broadcaster shall sign an agreement with the FIVB for the 2008 season upon signing the FIVB-organizers’ agreement to confirm an event in the calendar by the World Council meeting.
Slide46 : 46 Grand Slam: organisers’ participation
continued
Obligation to promote the event always through the SWATCH-FIVB World Tour (50%) associated to the tournament title (50 %)
Rotating paneling system mandatory on the centre court. Timing to be in accordance with 2008 FIVB marketing regulations. The FIVB reserves the right to display 2 static panels of its title sponsor in the first row.
Professional organisational structure, with long-term experience in managing, promoting and marketing successful Grand Slam/Open tournaments an/or similar types of sports events
Organizing chart with an active, full-time, dedicated structure working in an equipped office at least 1 year before the start of the event
Insurance to cover risk of damage to people at the venue
Flat fee for the Technical Delegate during his inspection (USD 300)
Flat fee (USD800) for each of 7 international referees, 12-14 local official referees, court personnel and auxiliary officials (flat fee of minimum USD 50 each)
Local transport for all FIVB delegates, FIVB officials, sponsors, consultants and Main Draw teams
1 inspection visit for the FIVB TV Coordinator including international and local travel expenses, board and lodging and flat fee (USD 300)
Responsibility for all taxes and duties on prize money, materials etc
Use of FIVB sports equipment
Slide47 : 47 Grand Slam: organisers’ participation continued
Promotional plan and event publicity on a national scale to guarantee full stadium
Press facilities (equipped), Press centre personnel, organisation of press conferences, and PR company as per Handbook
Printing and developing of photographic material to be circulated to the parties concerned; set up and maintenance of a website
Hospitality, protocol, catering and side events offered to sponsors, VIPs athletes and media
Personnel and professional entertainers for an effective entertainment programme, side events and village
Administrative costs of the event’s secretariat, including translator and security, and equipment
Meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner) for FIVB officials, referees and Main Draw athletes
Official meeting, preliminary inquiry, technical meeting, awards ceremony and accreditations
Two seats at the World Council meeting, one for the promoter and one for the national federation
SWATCH kids’ camp and environmental and development programmes
Medical control, first aid area, drug testing and medical staff as per Handbook
FIVB annual fee of minimum USD 10,000
Hosting national federation fee (not to be higher than the FIVB fee) excluding additional services to be agreed between federation and promoter
Selection and training of host country referees, auxiliary officials and court personnel
http://www.fivb.org/EN/BeachVolleyball/Handbook/2007/index2007.asp?sm=19
Slide48 : 48 Open event
► The Open is an annual series of events, part of the SWATCH-FIVB World Tour, staged in wonderful locations. Open events feature Beach Volleyball stars from the best men’s and women’s teams in the world. Each team competes for prize money, World Ranking points and Olympic Qualification during the Olympic Qualification Season. At the end of the season, the best ranked team of the SWATCH-FIVB World Tour is recognized with a special award. The Open can be organised as a single or double gender event.
► All events feature in a prestigious TV package of highlight programmes, which are distributed by the FIVB on a global scale. Open events provide tremendous opportunities to enhance hosting cities, sponsors, National Team programs, and tourism programmes
► International and national sponsorship programmes are integrated respectively by the FIVB and local organisations. The FIVB is responsible for distributing and selling the TV rights of each event internationally, while local organisers have the right to enter into an agreement with a national host broadcaster for their respective events
► Deadline to apply for the 2008 season is July 31, 2007
Apply using the enclosed forms, WT04, WT/21, WT/22 andamp; WT/23
Slide49 : 49 Open event: organisers’ benefits
Guaranteed worldwide promotion of FIVB and FIVB partners through all means
Guaranteed participation of top ranked men’s and women’s team (Teams entry through World Ranking)
Long-term partnerships to build momentum in the 2008 (with the possibility of renewing for another four years, 2009-2012, through new conditions)
Worldwide media and TV exposure provided by the FIVB in more than 200 countries through live and live-delayed broadcasting, news and dedicated highlights programme
Commercial rights for the promoter and exclusive use of its sponsors’ categories
Tournament title and presenting sponsor rights, eg, NIS Open presented by Telecom (40% vs 60% of the International Title).
Use of a visual in all communications, billboards, backdrops etc
100 % of sales of hospitality packages
100% of private and government contributions and subsidies
100% of national broadcasting sales
100% of ticketing
100% of the commercial exploitation of programmes and accessories including souvenirs, mascots, emblems etc
Exclusive rights for on-site sales of sponsors’ merchandise in their respective categories
Commercial rights for on-court advertising exposure, on-site events, printed materials, VIP packages etc. as per 2007 Handbook.
FIVB participation as per enclosed information
Slide50 : 50 Open event: organisers’ benefits continued
Olympic Games qualification tournaments from January 1, 2007 until July 19, 2008 where World Ranking points will be awarded
Exclusive dates in the calendar – no clash with major continental or intercontinental events
Full exclusivity for all major Beach Volleyball events (for the same gender’s category) in the host country during the term of the agreement and first right of refusal for other types of event in the same country (for the same gender’s category)
FIVB sponsors will supply their services and materials as per contract (2 electronic scoreboards and speed serving devices on the centre court; shuttle buses, uniforms for all players, officials, organizers, FIVB delegates, volunteers etc. and water if the FIVB secures sponsor agreements in these categories)
Scoreboard publicity
BVIS results system for the prompt distribution of team participation, ranking, results etc
Nets free of charge for organisers applying for the first time – use of the net bands
Beach Volleyball balls (80 for double gender event and 50 for single gender event)
Two seats at the World Council, one for the promoter and one for the national federation
Use of the FIVB trademarks in the promotion of the event(s)
Organisation of SWATCH kids’ camps and environmental and development programmes
On-site signage (panels for local sponsors, flags, inflatable, accreditation cards, exposure on uniforms, stadium entrances, all billboards and backdrops, referee chair, awards ceremonies etc)
Public access announcements
On-site entertainment
Dedicated page on the FIVB website for event and tourist information
SWATCH electronic access ( Option available to be negotiated with SWATCH )
Slide51 : 51 Open event: FIVB participation
Best efforts to ensure participation of most of the best men’s and best women’s teams in the world
Bonus pool (additional prize money) equal to the prize money
Travel allowance and insurance policy for 32 teams into the main draw
International travel for all FIVB delegates (one Press Delegate, one Technical Supervisor, one Referee Delegate, one Medical Delegate, five to seven neutral International Referees, one TV Coordinator, one physiotherapist and one photographer)
International media and international TV exposure through a specific plan
TV coordination, TV news, TV graphics, production of a highlights programme and acquisition of commercial time on major broadcaster
FIVB sponsors’ supporting programmes, materials and services, such as electronic scoreboards, speed ball device, uniforms, balls etc
Special nets free of charge for a promoter organising the event for the first time, featuring SWATCH on the mesh and promoter’s sponsor on the bands
BVIS results system for the prompt distribution of team participation, ranking, results etc
Transport of FIVB sponsor materials to the location of the event through the FIVB sponsor budget
Assignment of FIVB delegates and FIVB personnel on site
Monetary compensation as per mandate or flat fee for one Press Delegate, one physiotherapist, one TV Coordinator, one Medical Delegate, one Technical Supervisors, one Referee Delegate and one photographer
Slide52 : 52 Open event: FIVB participation continued
Organisation of SWATCH kids’ camp and environmental and development programmes
Costs through FIVB sponsors of their respective panels, flags etc
Inclusion of information and pictures related to the event in FIVB publications (Handbook, , final report, media guide, Press kit, rules of the game)
Implementation of officials’ training programme and seminars
Free access to videos, pictures and players’ biographies in the FIVB archives for promotional purposes
Realisation of a visual and its application in cooperation with SWATCH
Production of medals, flags and trophies
Seasonal kick-off Press conference, distribution of press releases, invitation of journalists
Preparation of World Council and Permanent Committee meetings
Coordination of the calendar and its worldwide promotion in order to avoid clashes with other Beach Volleyball events
Production of a CD-Rom including the best pictures of athletes, venue etc
Implementation of the FIVB rules of the game to create a spectacular sport
Use of commercial rights of the FIVB exclusive categories including the sponsor of the Tour, panels, flags etc in a dedicated space.
Release to the organizers of the remaining sponsor categories
Slide53 : 53 Open event: organisers’ participation
1 years commitment to stage the event with a renewal close for the 2009-2012 season
Venue of minimum 3,000 seats including VIP section for 300-400 people (no roof necessary) and a secured area of 20 seats for the FIVB. Facilities as per the FIVB Handbook, minimum of four competition courts for single gender event and 6 or 8 for double gender event, plus 2 warm-up courts (including sand and court equipment). Working rooms and lounge may be set-up in existing permanent venue if adjacent to the courts.
USD 100,000 prize money per gender’s event, net of any deductions and trophies for the top 3 teams
32 teams competing in a three-day Main Draw and a limited number of teams in a 1 day (or two-day) qualification tournament
Production of branding around the playing courts, outside court scoreboards, participating country flags, promotional material, platform, commentary position, FIVB panels etc
Board andamp; lodging for 32 teams per gender event, and for FIVB delegates, FIVB officials and local officials
Flat fee (USD 300) for the Technical Delegate during his inspection
1 major TV host broadcaster to produce the basic feed, with minimum 6 TV cameras, 1 super slow-motion for semi-final and final games, an ENG crew and news facilities shall be provided for 1 full day.
A national host broadcaster shall sign an agreement with the FIVB to confirm an event in the calendar of the following season
Obligation to promote the event always through the SWATCH-FIVB World Tour (60 per cent) associated to the tournament title (40 per cent)
Static panel as per 2007 Handbook. If a rotating paneling system on the centre court is used, positions 9 and 10 will be maintained for static FIVB sponsors. Timing of the rotating will be as per FIVB marketing regulations.
Slide54 : 54 Open event: organisers’ participation continued
Professional organisational structure, with long-term experience in managing, promoting and marketing successful Grand Slam/Open tournaments or similar types of sports events
Organizing chart with an active, full-time, dedicated structure working in an equipped office at least one year before the start of the event
Organising chart with an active, full-time, dedicated structure, operating for a minimum of one year before the event
Insurance to cover risk of damage to people at the venue
Flat fee (USD800) for five international referees for single gender event and seven for double gender event
Eight local official referees for single gender event and 12-14 for double gender event, court personnel and auxiliary officials (flat fee of minimum USD 50 each)
Local transport for all FIVB delegates, FIVB officials, sponsors, consultants and Main Draw teams
One inspection visit for the FIVB TV Coordinator including international and local travel expenses, board and lodging and flat fee (USD 300)
Responsibility for all taxes and duties on prize money, materials etc
Use of FIVB sports equipment
Selection and training of host country referees, auxiliary referee personnel and court personnel
Slide55 : 55 Open event: organisers’ participation continued
Promotional plan and event publicity on a national scale to guarantee full stadium
Press facilities (equipped), Press centre personnel, organisation of press conferences, and PR company as per Handbook.
Printing and developing of photographic material to be circulated to the parties concerned; set up and maintenance of a website
Hospitality, protocol, catering and side events offered to sponsors, VIPs athletes and media
Personnel and professional entertainers for an effective entertainment programme, side events and village
Administrative costs of the event’s secretariat, including translator and security, and equipment
Meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner) for FIVB officials, referees and Main Draw athletes
Official meeting, preliminary inquiry, technical meeting, awards ceremony and accreditations
Team entry through World Ranking
Two seats at the World Council meeting, one for the promoter and one for the national federation
SWATCH kids’ camp and environmental and development programmes
Medical control, first aid area, drug testing and medical staff as per Handbook
FIVB annual fee of minimum USD 10,000
Hosting national federation fee (not to be higher than the FIVB fee) excluding additional services to be agreed between federation and promoter
For further details, see http://www.fivb.org/EN/BeachVolleyball/Handbook/2007/index2007.asp?sm=19
Slide56 : 56 Challenger and Satellite events ► Challenger and Satellite events are more and more part of a successful FIVB development programme which aims to offer countries the opportunity to promote an international event within a limited budget. These events require a minimum of 16 teams, including the best host country teams and two wild cards, which can be from among the top-ranked teams)
► Challenger and Satellite are included in the FIVB Official Beach Volleyball calendar and teams earn World Ranking points although these type of events can be marketed and promoted at National Level only. The events are a ‘golden gateway’ for young and professional athletes to major FIVB events, and give new promoters valuable experience towards the organisation of a World Tour event. If all parties concerned will agree, Challenger and Satellite can be promoted in all countries including those organising a World Tour event and they can be staged as single or double gender’s event
► Deadline to apply for the 2008 season is six months before the expected start of the event
Apply through WT/04b forms available on www.fivb.org SAN SEBASTIAN (ESP) 2007 BRNO (CZE) 2007
Slide57 : 57 Challenger and Satellite events:
organisers’ benefits
Commercial rights to all on-site signage, with the exception on the first row of four panels for Satellite events and 6 panels for Challenger events for the FIVB brand or sponsors. A 10 m. event banner shall be displayed to feature the Title of the Tournament ( i.e. FIVB Challenger presented by Nokia or FIVB Nokia Challenger in Kiev )
Use of all sponsor’s categories with the exception of the main FIVB reserved sponsors’ categories of major events in order to avoid ambush marketing (release possible only with written FIVB approval)
100% of private and government contributions and subsidies
100% of national broadcasting sales
100% of ticketing sales
100% of sales of the official programmess, souvenirs etc
100% of the sales of hospitality packages
2 top host country teams, 2 wild cards including eventual top ranked pairs and teams below the best 24 men’s and 16 women’s teams in the World Ranking for Challenger events, and below the best 48 men and 32 women’s pairs for Satellite events. Starting from 2007 Entry Points are the sum of individual ranking points based on the best 4 out of the last 5 FIVB World Championships, Grand Slam, Open, Challenger and Satellite and participations within the last 365 days
Rights to the presenting title and any sponsor or city with which the title is associated (FIVB Challenger presented by Nokia)
Exclusive rights to sell on site the merchandise of commercial affiliates
100% of the rights regarding the players, officials, organising staff etc at the venue
Rights to use the FIVB trademarks
Dedicated page on the FIVB website advertising and announcing the event and its host city
A marketing and promotional plan of Challenger and Satellite can be exploited exclusively within the host country territory.
Slide58 : 58 Challenger and Satellite events:
FIVB participation
Challenger and Satellite agreement to be signed between the party concerned within 30 days from the acceptance of the official candidature (WT/04b)
Challenger and Satellite Handbook
Coordination of teams’ entry process
FIVB sponsors’ supporting programmes, materials and services
Coordination and promotion of the calendar for these type of events
Production of a CD-Rom including the best pictures of the athletes, the venue, etc.
Media exposure through the FIVB website and press releases
Inclusion of information and pictures related to the event in the FIVB publications
Coordination of the Beach Volleyball department master plan
Implementation of officials’ preparation program and seminars
BVIS results system for the prompt distribution of Event ranking, results etc
Media support from FIVB Communications Department
Support from FIVB officials
Access to video, pictures and players’ biographies in the FIVB archives
1 FIVB Flag to be displayed on the Centre Court in front of the TV Camera
BRNO (CZE) 2007
Slide59 : 59 Challenger and Satellite events:
organisers’ participation
Venue of minimum 1,500 seats for Challenger and minimum 500 seats for Satellite including minimum of two competition courts (up to six), one warm-up (up to two) in accordance with the number of teams and number of competition days. Board configuration in accordance with the FIVB regulations
To establish as organising committee as described in the Handbook
Facilities for Media and Press and players’ medical assistance. Possibility to use permanent facilities adjacent to the courts.
Competition of 16 or 24 or 32 main draw teams (minimum two days) and country quota play at different qualification tournaments (minimum one day)
USD 30,000 minimum prize money for Challenger (up to USD 99,999) per gender event, net of any deductions to be paid on site to the main draw teams
USD 10,000 minimum prize money for Satellite (up to USD 29,999) per gender event ,net of any deductions to be paid on site to the main draw teams
Tournament director assisted by three managers (Promotion, Referee and Administration)
Flat fee of US$ 1,800 for 1 FIVB official delegate
Costs to carry out an inspection visit if necessary
Slide60 : 60 Challenger and Satellite events:
organisers’ participation
Minimum of local official referees for single gender event, court personnel and auxiliary officials as per Handbook
All local transport for the FIVB Delegate, all main draw teams, officials and referees on site
International transportation/Local transportation/Board andamp; lodging for 1 FIVB delegate
Bear the costs for an inspection visit if requested by the FIVB Beach Volleyball department
The implementation of a promotional plan to achieve a full stadium
Entertainment recommended but not compulsory
Costs of any visuals, backdrops, billboards, FIVB and sponsors’ panels etc, and to provide balls, medals, scoreboards and net system
Board and lodging costs for all national teams in the main draw and local officials
Promoter to do his/her utmost to offer press and TV coverage of the event at a national level
Sand requirements as per FIVB requirements. FIVB approval needed.
Provide tops/tank tops to all semi-final and final teams (NB: FIVB approval required if intended local sponsor is different from SWATCH-FIVB World Tour sponsor).
Payment of local officials
Medical control and services in accordance with the Handbook
TV production and TV broadcasting recommended but not required.
NB: FIVB annual fee not required for the 2007 season, while the host National Volleyball
Federation fee cannot exceed 10% of the Prize Money
For further details, see http://www.fivb.org/EN/BeachVolleyball/Handbook/2007/index2007.asp?sm=19
Slide61 : 61 SWATCH – FIVB World Championships Youth andamp; Junior presented by (Promoter’s sponsor)
► The SWATCH – FIVB World Championships Youth and Junior is an annual combined men’s and women’s event. This event is staged in famous locations and stars junior athletes (Junior and Youth) from all over the world.
► This FIVB program was launched in 2001 but in a few years only has contributed to create many new stars who are currently winning medals at the Olympic Games and at SWATCH-FIVB World Tour events.
► The best 24 men’s and the best 24 women’s teams play for the world crown and to determine the future generation of professional Beach Volleyball athletes. These events can be staged over five days including a one-day qualification tournament
► All sponsorship and TV rights within the host country are reserved for the promoter with limitations to avoid ambush marketing. The winning team of each gender event will be granted a Wild Card and a free ticket from the Junior /Youth World Championships organizers to a SWATCH-FIVB World Tour event in 2007/2008 in agreement with all parties.
► The deadline to apply is July 31st , 2007, for the 2008 edition
Slide62 : 62 SWATCH – FIVB World Championships Youth andamp; Junior presented by ( Promoter’s sponsor ): organisers’ benefits All TV and commercial rights within the host country
Marketing rights as per Handbook with minor modification due to the FIVB sponsor participation to these events
100% of private and government contributions and subsidies
100% of national broadcasting sales
100% of ticketing
100% of sales of official programmes
100% of the sales of hospitality packages
Worldwide media exposure guaranteed through the FIVB website and FIVB publications
Exclusive rights to appoint local sponsors in accordance with FIVB conditions
Discounted prices for uniforms and materials from FIVB sponsors
The event title shall appear in all materials as follows: SWATCH – FIVB WORLD CHAMPIONSHIPS Youth and Junior, presented by (PROMOTER’S SPONSOR)
The exclusive right to sell on site commercial affiliates’ merchandise and to retain a percentage of income, terms to be agreed with the commercial affiliate
The right to use the FIVB trademarks in the promotion of the event
Beach Volleyball balls (80)
A dedicated page on the FIVB website advertising and announcing the event and its host city
The promoters’ local title or main sponsor may not be a competitor of the main event sponsor, SWATCH, nor of any other international sponsor of the FIVB
Slide63 : 63 SWATCH – FIVB World Championships Youth andamp; Junior presented by ( Promoter’s sponsor ): FIVB participation
Coordination and promotion of the calendar
Realization of a Handbook for such a type of events
FIVB sponsors’ supporting programme, materials and services
International media exposure through the FIVB website and press releases
Production of a CD-Rom including the best pictures of athletes, venue etc.
Inclusion of information and pictures related to the event in FIVB publications
Beach Volleyball department expenses
BVIS results system for the prompt distribution of team participation, ranking, results etc
Implementation of officials’ training programme and seminars
Access to video, pictures and players’ biographies from the FIVB archives
FIVB equipment suppliers must be used
Inclusion and involvement of FIVB sponsors (ie, to provide equipment, materials and other supplies, such as 80 Mikasa VLS-200 balls and medals for the winning teams)
International travel costs for FIVB delegates
Produce a TV highlights programme featuring two or three minutes of the event for worldwide distribution
International travel for four FIVB officials and four foreign referees
NB: The FIVB reserved sponsor categories for the World Championships and
World Tour events must be respected
Slide64 : 64 SWATCH – FIVB World Championships Youth or Junior presented by ( Promoter’s sponsor ): organisers’ participation
Stadium with minimum capacity of 2,000 seats including 250 VIP seats; six competition courts plus two warm-up for staggered event
Establish an organising committee capable of running the event
Cover cost of inspection by an FIVB technical supervisor from two to four months before the start of the event
To set up adequate facilities at the venue for Press, athletes etc
To ensure broadcast of semi-final and final at national level; minimum of three TV cameras and, if requested, additional footage such as interviews, panoramic view of venue and the area; also promotion as per the FIVB handbook
International travel for winning teams to attend a World Tour event in agreement between all parties.
Expenses for 10 referees from the host country and for court personnel; local transport costs for all delegates