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camille-garciaaustindiocese.orgSecretariat Director of Communications & IT; Diocesan Eucharistic Revival Lead
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AboutThe Roman Catholic Diocese of Austin covers more than 21,000 square miles and includes 127 parishes, missions, and university Catholic centers, in 25 counties in Central Texas, with a total Catholic population of 701K. View our Fact Sheet.
The diocese stretches from the town of West (just north of Waco) in the north to San Marcos in the south to the Bryan/College Station area in the east to Mason in the west. Its largest metropolitan areas are Austin, Bryan/College Station, the Killeen/Temple/Belton area and Waco.
Counties: Mills, Hamilton, San Saba, Lampasas, Coryell, McLennan, Limestone, Bell, Falls, Robertson, Mason, Llano, Burnet, Williamson, Milam, Brazos, Blanco, Travis, Bastrop, Lee, Burleson, Washington, Hays, and Caldwell Counties and the part of Fayette county north of the Colorado River.
Austin is ranked at #35 of media markets in the US and the Waco-Temple-Bryan College Station is ranked at #83 out of 210 markets in the US. Austin Media Market Map. -
Media GuidelinesBackground and PurposeThe Diocese of Austin welcomes the traditional news media at events. However, in keeping with the solemnity of our liturgies, including masses, and other liturgical services, we provide these guidelines to ensure a respectful environment is maintained as we strive to:
- Educate and form the People of God to experience a deeper knowledge and love for the Catholic faith.
- Promote the cultural diversity and universal identity of the Catholic Church.
- Proclaim and build a Culture of Life.
The Diocese of Austin tracks media appearances, mentions or stories to assess coverage of the story for archival purposes. Photos taken by diocesan or parish staff may be used on Diocese of Austin channels.
Media InstructionsIf you receive a call from the media, please take a message and advise the reporter that someone from the Diocese of Austin will be in contact. Then, please call or text Camille Garcia, director of communications at (512) 713-4262 (cell).
At the discretion of the Diocese of Austin, including the Office of the Bishop, Vicar General or any Pastoral Center Ministry, videography or photography may be allowed at an event. However, all media requests should be channeled through the Office of Communications,
The following guidelines are required:- Media may capture b-roll (general footage, whether video or photographs) inside the Church building when there is no liturgy scheduled or at least 30 minutes prior to the start of a scheduled liturgy.
- Cameras may be set up in designated areas that do not interrupt the mass; this means on a side or back aisle only. Tripods or other equipment must not impede reception of Communion.
- If the photographer/videographer is carrying their equipment, movement must be kept to a minimum. Crossing aisles in the front or use of the center aisle is not allowed.
- Interviews should be conducted outside of the church so as not to disturb those who are worshipping. It is the responsibility of the photographer/videographer to obtain a photo consent for all interviews.
- Reporters must seek the consent of an informed parent or adult guardian before interviewing, videotaping or photographing a child.
- Photos of the priests, deacons may be taken.
- Photos of the congregation may only be taken at the direction of diocesan staff. Otherwise, shots should be from the back or obstructed side view only. This preserves the privacy of worshipers based on the type of liturgy or celebration being conducted.
Please direct all questions to Camille Garcia, Secretariat Director for Communications and IT.
Office: (512) 949-2456
Cell: (512) 713-4262 -
Photo/Video GuidelinesBackground and PurposeThe Diocese of Austin welcomes digital services, including photography and videography, at events. However, in keeping with the solemnity of our liturgies, including masses, and other liturgical services, we provide these guidelines to ensure a respectful environment is maintained.
At the discretion of the Diocese of Austin, including the Office of the Bishop, Vicar General, Office of Communication or any Office of Ministry, videography or photography may be requested for an event.
Whether in-house or contract vendors, all digital content creators must read and abide by the following guidelines: *- B-roll (general footage) may be shot inside the Church building when there is no liturgy scheduled or at least 30 minutes prior to the start of a scheduled liturgy.
- Cameras may be set up in designated areas that do not interrupt the mass/liturgy; this means on a side or back aisle only. Tripods or other equipment must not impede reception of Communion.
- If the photographer/videographer is carrying their equipment, movement must be kept to a minimum. Crossing aisles in the front or use of the center aisle is not allowed.
- Interviews should be conducted outside of the church so as not to disturb those who are worshipping. It is the responsibility of the photographer/videographer to obtain a photo consent for all interviews.
- Reporters must seek the consent of an informed parent or adult guardian before interviewing, videotaping or photographing a child.
- Photos of the priests, deacons may be taken.
- Photos of the congregation may only be taken at the direction of diocesan staff. Otherwise, shots should be from the back or obstructed side view only. This preserves the privacy of worshipers based on the type of liturgy or celebration being conducted.
*Note: These outlines similarly apply to news and media outlets. However, all requests from such outlets should be sent to the Director of Communications (512) 949-2456 to ensure proper credentials, purpose and use of our locations and events.
Please direct all questions to Camille Garcia, Secretariat Director for Communications and IT.
Office: (512) 949-2456
Cell: (512) 713-4262 -
The Catholic SpiritThe Catholic Spirit magazine is the official publication of the Diocese of Austin. With a circulation of 84,000 registered Catholic households in Central Texas, the Catholic Spirit brings news of the worldwide Catholic church as well as issues of concern to our local community. Our readers are a mixture of many ethnic groups and industries, ranging from farming and ranching to high-tech companies and education. As a family-oriented publication, the Catholic Spirit delivers your message to our readers in a manner that few publications can match.
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