industry program
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General Overview
This invitation-only program is curated by Dream Con Staff and reserved for leaders across the anime, manga, sports, licensing, publishing, streaming, media, marketing, and merchandising worlds.
Dream Con is proud to offer one (1) discounted three-day admission badge ($40) to select persons with an active role in the production, development, or critique of creative industries such as television, film, books, music, gaming, animation, comics, publishing, content creation and more. If a group would like to experience the rewards/benefits of this program together, each person must submit their own individual application for review AND be approved by Dream Con’s executive leadership. No exceptions. Each member of your group/organization should submit an application for their own eligibility/consideration regardless of their position and affiliation: executive, managers, supervisors, hosts/talent, assistants, hair/makeup specialist, security, valet, personal chef, friend/family, videographer, photographer etc. Thanks for being a valued member of the Dream Con community.
Deadlines
Industry Program Application Opens:
November 22, 2024
Industry Program Application Closes:
FEBRUARY 28, 2025
Applicants will be notified of their status on a rolling basis throughout the open application window. Due to the volume of submissions unfortunately only selected and approved submissions will receive correspondence. Any applicants that do not receive communication by MARCH 31st are encouraged to pursue other opportunities and reapply in the future. We appreciate your interest, understanding, and cooperation.
Industry Program Contact Email:
industry@dreamconvention.com
Criteria and Requirements
- Must be 18 years of age or older at the date of the application submission.
- At least two (2) years of experience in a qualifying corporate/business role supporting the production and development of creative products/services.
- Dream Con is proud to offer one (1) discounted three-day admission badge to select persons with an active CORPORATE ROLE in the production or development of creative industries such as television, film, books, music, gaming, animation, comics, content creation and more. If a group would like to experience the rewards/benefits of this program together, each person must submit their own individual application for review AND be approved by Dream Con’s executive leadership. No exceptions. Each member of your group/organization should submit an application for their own eligibility/consideration regardless of their position and affiliation: executive, managers, supervisors, hosts/talent, assistants, hair/makeup specialist, security, valet, personal chef, friend/family, videographer, photographer etc. Thanks for being a valued member of the Dream Con community.
- NOTE: Dream Con does not offer refunds for badges purchased before, during, or after the applicant's status update.
Industry Badge Access
Benefits & authorized protocol
NOTE: ALL PERKS/REWARDS/BENEFITS OF THIS PROGRAM ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE AT STAFF DISCRETION WITHOUT NOTICE.
BENEFITS PACKAGE:
- Full standard weekend access during regular convention hours to all general Dream Con programming: main events, panels, tournaments, screenings etc.
- Access to Lounge with featured entertainment, light refreshments, and other amenities. Please note that this does not include the Green Room or other reserved or restricted areas; especially those designated for staff or featured/special talent.
- Early access to Exhibit Hall.
- Access to exclusive industry-only programming or events. NOTE: These DO NOT automatically include entry to exclusive panels/events for other special badge types.
- Option to host or participate in one (1) panel/event if within programming/venue guidelines and approved by Dream Con staff on or before March 28th at 11:59pm CST. NOTE: An industry members must have submitted any of their original ideas for consideration to the selection committee prior to the enclosed deadline.
limitations, restrictions, & prohibited
protocol
INDUSTRY program members are *not* allowed to:
- Your INDUSTRY badge is NOT classified as "ALL-ACCESS" or "VIP"
- Your INDUSTRY badge does NOT guarantee you autographs or free autographs from guests.
- INDUSTRY BADGE does not allow access to exclusive and/or restricted area a such as the deluxe lounge, industry lounge, green room, areas marked "Staff Only", back of house hallways for the venue or backstage.
- INDUSTRY badges are non transferable. You may not loan or sell your INDUSTRY badge. Anyone conducting such behavior will have their INDUSTRY badge revoked and may be disqualified from badges at future events.
- Prior acceptance into the program does not guarantee acceptance this year.
Any inclusions added to this badge’s access will be communicated by the official Dream Con leadership.
