Moviegoers Can "Get Loot” When They Purchase and Use a MasterCard Prepaid Card

MasterCard Worldwide today announced the launch of "Get Loot,” an entertainment-based program that offers U.S. consumers and avid movie fans the opportunity to experience the movies with friends and family like never before by using a MasterCard Prepaid card.

From July 1 through the end of October, consumers who get and load funds on participating reloadable MasterCard Prepaid cards will receive two free movie tickets while supplies last.* In addition, every time they use the card between July 1 and December 31, cardholders will be automatically entered for a chance to win an ultimate priceless experience – a VIP all-expenses paid trip to a 2012 movie premiere.**

To participate in the promotion and receive free movie tickets, consumers can get a MasterCard Prepaid card online or in-store from Western Union beginning in July and online from NetSpend starting in August. The reloadable prepaid MasterCard cards offer cardholders a secure and convenient way to shop and pay bills online, track purchases and stay in control of their budget. More information about the campaign can be found on MasterCard’s Facebook page and consumers can learn more about the benefits of MasterCard Prepaid cards on MasterCard’s website.

"With ‘Get Loot,’ we are making this summer priceless for U.S. consumers who are passionate about going to the movies and sharing those experiences with their friends and family,” said Brett Adams, Prepaid Lead, U.S. Markets, MasterCard Worldwide. "Now, consumers who get and use a MasterCard Prepaid card can enjoy the safety and convenience of electronic payments versus cash, and get rewarded for one of their favorite summer activities.”

Throughout the campaign, avid moviegoers will have the opportunity to win additional "loot” via surprise in-theater promotions at select theaters across the country. The campaign will be supported by online and mobile marketing, as well as in-theater lobby posters.

* Tickets are valid in participating movie theaters.

** NO PURCHASE NECESSARY. Void where prohibited. Starts 7/1/11. Ends 12/31/11. Restrictions apply. For official rules and additional terms and conditions, click here.

About MasterCard Worldwide

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