German soccer club Dynamo Dresden has issued a reminder to ‘vlogging’ spectators that recording at its Rudolf-Harbig-Stadion for public distribution is prohibited.
The newly-promoted 2.Bundesliga club re-emphasised in a statement targeting influencers and content creators on Wednesday that the practice of filming a matchday experience with the intention of sharing on social networks or video platforms was not allowed.
The possession of recording equipment with the intent of in-stadium filming would only be tolerated with the “express prior permission” of the club.
Dynamo Dresden, who were crowned champions of the former East Germany on eight occasions, said the move was “to protect the media and rights of our TV partners” alongside those of the club. “If content is monetized, the respective creators primarily benefit, while our club receives nothing,” the statement read.
The club added anyone in the K-block of the stadium — which houses the club’s ultras, the hardcore fans known for choreographing massive stadium visual displays and rhythmic chanting — should continue to use any equipment capable of recording, such as smartphones, “sensitively and responsibly”.
Dynamo Dresden’s ultras occupy the K-block area of the stadium (Matthias Kern/Getty Images)
The club, whose first home game of the campaign is against Darmstadt on Sunday, added: “We want to contribute to ensuring that all visitors feel comfortable in the stadium and can experience the game together.
“Many fans wish to enjoy their stadium experience without constant cameras or recordings in their immediate vicinity. Consideration and mutual respect are therefore essential prerequisites for a positive atmosphere in the stands.”
Dynamo Dresden are not the first club to reiterate that the practice of recording in stadiums with the intention of public distribution is prohibited.
Hansa Rostock, who compete in the 3. Liga, said in December that vlogging had “increased significantly” and would not be tolerated by security staff. The club said recording intended to “go beyond private memories” onto monetized platforms were not accepted.
Hansa signed off the statement by saying “leave your cameras in your backpack”.
