Code of Conduct

Attendance and Late Arrivals.

Please remember to cancel early if you need to cancel your reservations. However, it is clear from records that some Members routinely cancel at the last minute or during the day of the screening when it is too late to fill the theater. When there is a Q&A this is embarassing to BEC, the distributor and to the hard working celebrities.  This is an abuse of the cancellation system and more than three in a row will also be regarded as no-shows this season.

The main intention is to make sure that everyone who wants to see a film, is able to see it. If you are not sure do not register. Empty seats in a theoretically full house will ultimately lead to our booking smaller theaters and the guest allowance will be reduced to one or less for everyone. Continued drastic drop off in registered attendances will also lead to fewer Q&As as the Screening Committee is reluctant to book talent for half full theaters.

Late Arrival is acceptable up to 10 minutes at most after the start of the screening but anyone arriving late is disruptive to the screening experience. You are requested to find a seat quickly or leave the theater. You will be asked to leave if you do not find a seat within a reasonable period of time. Consistent lateness will be categorized as a no show.

It is important to understand that all screenings and events, held for BAFTA East Coast Members are underpinned by the Member Code of Conduct which is shown below.

MEMBER CODE OF CONDUCT for MEMBERS IN GOOD STANDING of BAFTA East Coast

Code of Conduct To Be Observed by Members of BAFTA East Coast

Every member of the British Academy of Film and Television Arts East Coast (“The Academy”) will, at all times:

1. Preserve and promote the interests of the Academy.

2. In all matters treat with respect and courtesy other Academy members, Academy office staff and any staff, guests and promoters at any and all Academy events.

3. Behave in an appropriate manner at any and all events pertaining to the Academy, Including but not limited to actual Academy events, and will follow any policies or guidelines established by the Academy.

4. Note that BAFTA East Coast membership cards are for the use of the member only. They may not be altered or duplicated in any fashion nor loaned to other parties including family members, friends, or members of the Press.

5. Pay their dues within the specified time frame.

6. Be aware that sponsors, studios and networks provide/donate facilities and programming for BAFTA East Coast screenings, Q&A sessions and other events, on the basis that these are private events only for BAFTA East Coast members and their guests or persons invited by the BAFTA East Coast office.

• Members AND guests are not permitted the use of cameras or still or video photography or audio/recording equipment of any kind at any of BAFTA East Coast screenings or events without the authorization of the BAFTA East Coast office, unless hired by the Academy for such purpose or by a studio or network.
• No member or guest may take notes or recordings in any fashion during any Q&A session or event, for publication or use in any manner, or in any form of media without the authorization of the BAFTA East Coast office
• No member or guest may solicit invited talent, celebrities, or event guests, with scripts, business cards, other business materials, or request autographs from them.

Members are responsible for the behavior of their guests and should ensure that their guests adhere to items #2, 3, 4 and 6 as above.

Any member, not adhering to these principles and policies may be subject to review by the Board and may face disciplinary action, including but not limited to suspension or termination of their membership, in accordance with the bylaws of the Academy.

Constructive comments are encouraged and will not be considered contrary to the interests of the Academy. Specific comments, questions or topics may be brought to the attention of the Academy by members either in writing, by email or by telephone, directed to the Chairman/Executive Director of BAFTA East Coast, or if relating to a specific Committee’s activities, this may be addressed through the Chair(s) of that Committee.