Creators Corner is our way of giving back to the community!

From day one, Anime Magic! has always wanted to give talented up-and-coming creators a platform to grow their brand and presence. So far, we have succeeded at that by offering a limited number of Special Guest positions to those who applied, and qualified. Each year, we receive hundreds of applications from across the nation (and even some from across the globe!) competing for these Special Guest positions. Due to this, our Special Guest positions are highly competitive by nature, and particularly so, the larger we grow.

Anime Magic! has always been committed to providing this platform for creators, and Creators Corner is our answer to being able to continue providing a space for those who may not make it into our Special Guest positions in any given year, aren’t ready for a Special Guest position and would like to continue growing their brand, aren’t interested in what being a Special Guest requires of them, would like to sell their wares, or perhaps just to have fun showing off their creations at their own booth. Creators Corner is a space for content creators, cosplayers, podcasters, fabricators, performers, or anyone who creates! The possibilities are endless, and we are excited to see what you come up with!

• What is Creators Corner?

  • Creators Corner is similar to our Artist Alley; it is a space where you can promote and build your brand or business at Anime Magic!. You may sell prints/merch within policy, and promote yourself as a creator!

• What Creators Corner Isn’t:

  • Creators Corner is NOT a Special Guest Position. Per Policy, you may not promote yourself as “guesting” or “appearing” at Anime Magic! if you are approved for a Creators Corner Booth.

• If this is for the Community, why do these booths cost money?

  1. 1) The cost of materials & labor for the physical booth from the convention center.

  2. 2) Anime Magic! staff providing year-round planning & correspondence for the Creators Corner.

  3. 3) Each Booth includes 2 full weekend badges.

  These are just a few of the factors that go into our pricing, and you can rest assured we’re doing our best to keep these as affordable as possible!

• Can I post on social media about my Creators Corner Booth?

  • Of course! We want you to! Please, just use terms like “Come see me at my Creators Corner booth #XX” or, “I will be in Creators Corner @ Anime Magic!” or similar.

• Where is Creators Corner Located?

  • Creators Corner is located in Hall G at the Convention Center, in the same location as our Industry Vendors, Dealers & Artist Alley.

• Will I be featured in Guidebook?

  • Yes! We will have a “Creators Corner” section on our Guidebook app where attendees can see you listed, your information and links, and of course your booth location.

We want you to succeed! That is the entire reason we created Creators Corner. Check out our pro tips below to see what you can do to increase your chances of success at Anime Magic!’s Creators Corner.

• These booths are 10x10 (or larger). It’s a GREAT idea to place a backdrop in your booth, and allow your fans to take pictures with you at your booth to post on social media! Popular backdrops include “step & repeat” style, themed/scenery backdrops, or even a collage of your work.

• Get custom merchandise to sell. Some ideas include apparel, custom built props or items, prints, posters, keychains, acrylic standees, etc.

• Market yourself! Print QR code signs to place on your booth that lead to your social media, carrd, linktree, or similar.

• Run promotional deals on your merchandise during the convention weekend.

• People love interactivity. Have a fun game setup at your booth where people can win a prize! Ask them to follow your social media for a chance to play.

• Don’t be shy! Attendees want to meet you. Hand out flyers as they pass by your booth, greet them, and introduce yourself. You can also have an assistant help you with this!

BY REGISTERING FOR CREATORS CORNER YOU AGREE TO THESE TERMS AND CONDITIONS

You must fill out the Tax Information Form as soon as you pay for your booth or table.

1. Exhibitors understand that these rules are established to ensure a safe, orderly, and proper exhibition space. They protect the safety, security, liability, and public image of the convention and its attendees. Exhibitors agree that rules and policies, including these, are important and necessary for the smooth operation of the event, and they agree to abide by all such rules and policies.

2. Anime Magic! and its staff are authorized to enforce these policies and any policies it may enact, and we may provide penalties for violations of convention policies, including but not limited to ejection from the convention without refund.

3. All Exhibitors agree that they have and are solely responsible for having all the proper licensing that is required to do business at the convention or within the state or county.

4. Exhibitors agree that Creators Corner is NOT a Special Guest position at Anime Magic!, and that you may not promote your Creators Corner booth as being a “Guest”, “Special Guest”, “Appearing at” or other similar terms indicating that your booth is a guest appearance at our event. If it is found that you are misleading the public on purpose to appear that you are a Special Guest at our event, we will remove you from your booth and event without refund.

5. Exhibitors agree they are solely responsible for the legality and merchantability of any items they sell.

6. Exhibitors may not bring merchandise into the convention that would be illegal to sell. This includes but is not limited to bootleg DVDs, unlicensed replicas or products, etc.

7. Anime Magic! reserves the right to inspect an exhibitor's booth and its products at any time. We may open and inspect any item, box, or container that are in packaging. We will NOT open items that are in their original manufacturer's packaging.

8. Selling weapons to minors is prohibited. It is illegal to sell weapons to minors. Exhibitors who sell weapons must set their display up in safe fashion to prevent accidents or injuries. Sole liability of accident or injury lies with the Exhibitor, and not Anime Magic!. Real guns may not be sold at Anime Magic!. Projectiles, ammunition, or air-canisters for any gas-powered guns are not allowed. If you are selling weapons you must securely package them and advise the purchaser that it can not be taken from the package at the convention without the approval of convention inspection. If you are found breaking any federal, state, or local weapons laws you will be solely responsible and held accountable for your actions.

9. Our convention is family friendly. Displays of adult material is at the sole discretion of Anime Magic!. Exhibitors agree and are aware that if selling 18+ materials as deemed by Anime Magic!, they may be placed in an 18+ only section behind pipe and drape. Exhibitors must take steps to prevent minors from viewing materials that are sexually explicit, extremely graphically violent, or otherwise unsuitable for anyone under 18. Do not sell inappropriate materials to minors, as it is illegal. If you are found illegally selling inappropriate materials to minors you will be solely responsible and held accountable for your actions.

10. Creators Corner is about the promotion of your creative works. Please use your best judgement in what you bring and sell! Prints, independently-produced content, commissions, and independently-produced merchandise are all permissible. Charging for services outside these realms will not be allowed. If you have a question about whether you can sell an item or service, you must contact us: richard@animemagic.org or contact@animemagic.org

11. Exhibitors may not rent, sell, transfer, or sublet space to anyone else.

12. Sharing and splitting of tables is allowed only for cosplay duos or groups that operate under one business entity/name. Sharing of booths outside of these parameters is strictly prohibited. Anime Magic! reserves the right to limit the number of booths purchased per exhibitor.

13. Creators Corner Exhibitors do not have to remain at their booths for the duration of the convention, but it is strongly suggested that you do not leave any belongings unsupervised. Anime Magic!, convention staff, the convention center, its staff, the hotel, and hotel staff are not responsible for any lost, stolen, or damaged items. Creative displays are allowed, but may not take up space in the walkway or infringe another exhibitors`s space. Your setup MUST fit into your purchased space and not go outside of that physical space.

14. Space is first-come-first-serve. Space is not held for anyone until payment has been confirmed and the registration process has been submitted fully.

15. Anime Magic! reserves total right of booth and exhibitor placement. You may request a specific location or accommodation and while we take these into consideration, there is no guarantee you will receive your request.

16. AI Art at Cosplay Alley booths is not allowed at Anime Magic!. By agreeing to these policies you agree not to produce or sell AI artwork at our event, and understand that you will be removed from our Alley without refund if found to be in violation of our policy.

17. Signs, decorations, banners, etc may not be taped, nailed, tacked, stapled, or otherwise fastened to ceilings, walls, painted surfaces, or columns at our convention facility. If you do any of these things and cause damage, you may face penalties.

18. Anime Magic! is not responsible for losses due to theft, damage, fire, or any other causes. Exhibitors must take care to watch their own space during the Exhibitor Hall hours.

19. Exhibitors are responsible for purchasing their own internet access or electricity through the venue.

20. Anime Magic! reserves the right to ask any Exhibitor to leave the convention at any time for any reason that we believe may harm the event.

21. Exhibitors agree and understand that they MUST SHOW UP ON TIME for load in. Exhibitors agree and understand that if they show up late or not at all, that their space may be forfeited without refund. No exceptions.

22. Anime Magic! reserves the right to amend, adapt, modify, update or otherwise change these rules at any time to protect the safety, security, liability, or public image of the convention and/or its attendees, or for any other reason deemed necessary.

23. Refund Policy: Anime Magic! Does not grant refunds on Creators Corner Booths once purchased, and booths are not transferrable to another exhibitor, and you may not sub-lease or rent the booth space to anyone else. In the event of an emergency there may be an exception made. Please contact richard@animemagic.org and explain your situation; it will be handled on a case-by-case basis, however there is no guarantee of a refund.

REGULAR BOOTHS

10x10 = $250

20x10 = $500

30x10 = $750

40x10 = $1,000

SPECIALTY BOOTHS

Looking for a 20x20, 40x40, or other special size? Looking for an island booth?

Email: richard@animemagic.org

When you book a booth with Anime Magic!, it will include the following:

• The physical space chosen (example: 10x10 Inline Booth)

• Pipe & Drape

• One Unskirted 2’x8’ table

• One Chair

• Two Exhibitor Badges (Full Weekend Access) per booth.

• One ID Sign per registration.

Extra Exhibitor badges may be purchased at the convention day-of as well as online through our payment portal. If your application is accepted you will be given access to the private payment portal. Exhibitor badges will not be mailed out prior to convention and must be picked up during check in at the con. You will be notified on how/where to pick up your badges as well as where you can purchase additional badges prior to the convention.

If you have any further questions or concerns, please contact richard@animemagic.org

You must fill out the Tax Information Form as soon as you pay for your booth or table!

Tax Information Form <— CLICK HERE