How to Submit a Non-Series Special
Step One:
Before submitting any programs or applications, be sure that you have read and fully understand QPTV's Rules and Procedures.

Step Two:
Specials are accepted on a first-come, first-served basis and are not a guarantee for a timeslot. We will accept two (2) tapes per submission at one (1) submission per month. Specials are scheduled on a first-come, first-served basis in any available time slots in our schedule.
Specials are scheduled at least a month in advance.
QPTV accepts programs on DVCAM format only.
Tapes must be properly labeled.
Half-hour programs may not exceed 28:30 and hour programs may not exceed 58:30.

Step Three:
Proof of residency must be submitted with your first Special.
The following combinations of proof are acceptable:
1. New York State Driver's license and two current utility bills (within the last six months.)
2. New York State Photo I.D. (a.k.a. "non driver's license") and two current utility bills (within the last six months.)
3. A United States or foreign issued Passport and two current utility bills (within the last six months.)
4. A City, State, Federal or Employee Photo ID and two current utility bills (within the last six months.)
5. Current College or High School ID with two proofs of address (must be 18 years of age or older).
6. Copy of 501(c) 3 (Not-For-Profit organizations only.)

The following forms must be included with each submission:

Form 2 - Channel Users Contract and Statement of Compliance
Form 3 - Cablecast Application
One (1) Videotape Trafficking Report Slip with each tape

Step Four:
Signed original forms must be submitted. Faxed copies are not accepted. The tapes and completed forms can be mailed to QPTV's Programming Dept. (with an envelope and return postage if you want tapes mailed back to you).
Tapes and forms can be submitted in person at our facility. You may call to find out air date or request an email with the air dates.
You are expected to pick up your tape after the final air date.

For non-Queens residents: A Queens based resident must sponsor your show. For Queens residents: You must participate in the QPTV Lottery. (Note: The QPTV Lottery takes place on an annual basis).

Programs must be submitted in a format suitable for QPTV's playback and automation equipment. The only videotape standard that QPTV accepts is DVCAM (including Mini DVCAM, DVCAM-34, and DVCAM-64). QPTV requires proof of residency with your submission.

The following combinations of proof are acceptable:
- New York State Driver's license and two current utility bills (within the last six months.)
- New York State Photo I.D. (a.k.a. "non driver's license") and two current utility bills (within the last six months.)
- A United States or foreign issued Passport and two current utility bills (within the last six months.)
- A City, State, Federal or Employee Photo ID and two current utility bills (within the last six months.)
- Current College or High School ID with two proofs of address (must be 18 years of age or older).
-Copy of 501(c) 3 (Not-For-Profit organizations only.)

Non-Series Special programs can be submitted at any time