Licensing

Film Events

Comic-Con 2005

Begins: July 14, 2005

Comic-Con International is the largest gathering of comic book, science fiction, film and television fans in the nation. Featuring celebrity guests, seminars on breaking into filmmaking and near 24-hour film retrospectives. Comic-Con is the place for fans of all things pop culture. For more information, visit www.comic-con.org.

Anime Events

Anime Expo 2005

Begins: July 1, 2005

Anime Expo 2005 (AX2005) is the largest convention in the United States devoted to anime (Japanese animation) and manga (comicbooks). More than 20,000 fans and professionals from across the country are expected to attend. Artists and designers from Japanese computer game companies, computer animation companies and American animation companies will also be on hand to discuss the growing influence of anime on mainstream American entertainment.

In Event Types: Conferences, Discussion, Exhibits, Seminars / Workshops, Screenings, Animation, Features, Interactive, Live Action, Licensing, New Media, Short Films, Television, Visualization, Visual Effects, Web / Internet, Other

PROMAX&BDA 2005

Begins: June 21, 2005

PROMAX&BDA 2005 is dedicated to advancing the role and effectiveness of promotion, marketing and broadcast design professionals in the electronic media. The event features various awards and sessions to keep professionals up-to-date on the latest trends and technology. For more information, visit www.promax.org/main.asp.

In Event Types: Conferences, Discussion, Exhibits, Seminars / Workshops, Screenings, Animation, Business / Management, Interactive, Live Action, Licensing, New Media, Television, Visual Effects, Web / Internet, Other

L!censing Show 2005

Begins: June 21, 2005

In its 25th year, L!censing International is the premier annual trade event and conference where owners and agents of intellectual properties showcase their concepts to develop new and unique consumer products, solidify promotional partnerships, sign exclusives with retailers and network. The event sees 500 exhibitors, 5,500 properties and brands available for licensing and 20,000+ high-profile manufacturers, retailers and marketers.

Digital Events

Digital and Mobile Licensing Summit

Begins: June 20, 2005

The Digital and Mobile Licensing Summit is designed for the buyers and sellers of the world's premium content. The hottest videogames, wireless applications, online content and marketing uses of licensed content. The event gives you a forum to buy or sell digital content, learn what constitutes a fair and profitable deal, and hear from the leaders in the business.

Sessions include: * Licensing Digital and Wireless Content: What You Need to Know * Interactive Hollywood * Mobilizing Your Brand: Games, Graphics, Music, Video and Screensavers

In Event Types: Conferences, Discussion, Seminars / Workshops, Animation, Interactive, Licensing, New Media, Web / Internet, Other

Films Events

Zlin Fest For Children And Youth

Begins: May 29, 2005

Zlin Festival is one of the oldest festivals dedicated to films for children and youth. Films compete in six sections - film for children, for youth, animated film, European debuts, student films and films from Visegrad countries. The project is supported by the Czech Parliament and Ministry of Culture, the EU Media Programme and the International Visegrad Fund. Festival is held under the auspices the Czech UNESCO Commission and the Czech UNICEF Commission. For more information, visit www.zlinfest.cz.

Events

Washington DC Comic-Con

Begins: May 29, 2005

The next Washington DC Comic-Con will be held from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm on May 29, at the Marriott at Metro Center in the heart of downtown Washington. There will be platinum, gold, silver, bronze and modern age comic books, toys, t-shirts, non-sports cards, DVDs, original art and much more. The guest list of national and local comicbook artists and writers, movie stars and other celebrities includes Rich Buckler Sr. (creator of Deathlok), John Snyder III, Conrad Brooks (PLAN 9 FROM OUTER SPACE), Matt Cail, Bruce

In Event Types: Contests, Discussion, Exhibits, Seminars / Workshops, Screenings, Animation, Features, Interactive, Live Action, Licensing, New Media, Special Effects, Television, Visual Effects, Web / Internet, Other

Events

AD:TECH 05

Begins: April 25, 2005

AD:TECH 05 is a conference focusing on interactive marketing. The event will offer: trends, datapoints and consumer insight; blocking and tackling gritty online details; strategic roadmaps, plans and checklists; case studies of integrated programs; and networking opportunities. Keynote speakers will include: Roger D.

In Event Types: Conferences, Discussion, Exhibits, Seminars / Workshops, Animation, Business / Management, Documentaries, Features, Interactive, Live Action, Licensing, New Media, Special Effects, Television, Visual Effects, Web / Internet, Other

Nesta Futurelab

Begins: April 20, 2005

Nesta Futurelab is a conference that will critically examine the changing educational visions for 14-19 year olds. Through the mixture of keynote presentations, case studies and hands-on activities, delegates will explore the challenges and tensions of educational provision for this age group. Topics will cover the role of digital technologies in challenging educational and social exclusion, creative and games technologies for learning, alternative visions, strategies for supporting personal development and research into youth cultures. For more information, visit www.nesta.org.uk.

In Event Types: Conferences, Discussion, Seminars / Workshops, Animation, Business / Management, Documentaries, Features, Interactive, Live Action, Licensing, New Media, Short Films, Special Effects, Television, Visual Effects, Web / Internet

Bologna Children's Book Fair 2005

Begins: April 13, 2005

The Bologna Children's Book Fair's TV and Film Rights Centre was started in the 2003 in an effort to make it easier for two important elements of children's publishing -- trade book publishers and audiovisual professionals -- to work together and to sell and buy copyrights.

In Event Types: Conferences, Contests, Discussion, Exhibits, Seminars / Workshops, Trade Shows, Animation, Business / Management, Features, Interactive, Live Action, Licensing, New Media, Television, Visual Effects, Web / Internet, Other

Entertainment Events

BrainCamp East 2005

Begins: March 17, 2005

Bra!nCamp East is an intimate two-day gathering of senior executives and creators involved in the production, licensing, marketing and sale of kids' entertainment products. Introduced in 1997, BrainCamp attracts some of the most interesting and influential people in the children's entertainment industry, both as speakers and attendees. The focus is on creating and marketing entertainment product to children. BrainCamp provides networking and deal making opportunities.

Speakers will include: Stan Clutton, svp of investor relations, new business & licensing - Fisher Price

Digital Events

Digital Living Room

Begins: March 7, 2005

iHollywood Forum presents the Digital Living Room, an executive Business Summit and Venture Forum addressing the emerging digital lifestyle market for delivering consumer entertainment to the home. The Digital Living Room is a thought leader summit addressing the technologies and services transforming the living room into a digital hub.

Anime Events

Katsucon 11

Begins: February 18, 2005

Katsucon 11 is an anime convention. This includes providing attendees with the opportunity to meet professional and amateur talent from the anime, manga and related industries, view a wide variety of new and classic anime, play the latest videogames and many, many more activities. Events include karaoke and Cosplay. For more information, visit www.katsucon.com.

Events

KidScreen Summit 2005

Begins: February 16, 2005

Covering the core sectors of programming, production and licensing and merchandising, this year's KidScreen Summit presents an agenda packed with choice where delegates can program their own conference, specific to their needs. The annual KidScreen Summit hopes to help build business, give visitors the chance to pitch ideas and make important connections with the key players in the kids entertainment industry. For more information, visit www.kidscreensummit.com.

Media Events

2005 Media Summit New York

Begins: February 9, 2005

The 2005, Media Summit New York is an international conference on motion pictures, television, cable & satellite, broadband, wireless, publishing, radio, magazines, news & print media, advertising and marketing. This year

Events

KidScreen Summit 2006

Begins: February 8, 2005

New feature of this year

In Event Types: Conferences, Contests, Discussion, Exhibits, Seminars / Workshops, Screenings, Animation, Business / Management, Features, Live Action, Licensing, New Media, Short Films, Television, Web / Internet, Other

The Big Apple Comic Book, Art & Toy Show: A Tribute To TV Land

Begins: January 22, 2005

The Big Apple Comic Book, Art, & Toy Show, New York

In Event Types: Conferences, Contests, Discussion, Exhibits, Seminars / Workshops, Screenings, Animation, Documentaries, Features, Live Action, Licensing, New Media, Short Films, Television, Visualization, Visual Effects, Web / Internet

Point Events

WIA-NY Members Only Holiday Party

Begins: December 14, 2004

Women in Animation New York is hosting its members only holiday party. Andi Thea has graciously offered up her office, which is located at 630 First Ave, Apt. #23C, New York City 10016 (Enter on 36th street between 1st & East River). The party is BYOB and will run from 6:30-8:00 pm. Please RSVP to Lisa Goldman at lisaggoldman@yahoo.com by December 10. At some point there will be a cut off point so RSVP ASAP. To join or for more information, visit www.womeninanimation.org.

In Event Types: Discussion, Animation, Business / Management, Features, Interactive, Live Action, Licensing, New Media, Short Films, Special, Special Effects, Television, Visualization, Visual Effects, Web / Internet, Other

Holiday Events

TAIS X-Mas Party & Silent Auction

Begins: December 10, 2004

The Toronto Animated Image Society is hosting its annual holiday party. This year's party will also include our first-ever silent auction. Start your holiday season up right at the only party in town where you can get cool holiday gifts and drink eggnog at the same time. The party will take place at the National Film Board from 7:00 to 11:00 pm. For more information, call (416) 533-7889, visit e-mail: Tais@bellnet.ca or visit www.awn.com/tais.

In Event Types: Contests, Discussion, Animation, Business / Management, Features, Interactive, Licensing, New Media, Short Films, Special, Television, Visualization, Visual Effects, Web / Internet, Other

Entertainment Events

Ultimate Toy Awards Show

Begins: December 4, 2004

TOY WISHES Magazine and DIC Ent. are hosting the Ultimate Toy Awards show, a one-of-a-kind award program celebrating play, family entertainment and the toy industry. Created through a partnership of TOY WISHES Magazine and DIC Ent. and produced by Dick Clark Prods Inc., this program honors outstanding toys in twenty different categories including traditional playthings and character entertainment. In addition to the

In Event Types: Contests, Animation, Features, Live Action, Licensing, Television, Visual Effects

Brand Events

Brand ManageCamp 2004

Begins: November 9, 2004

Brand ManageCamp 2004 is the premier conference for brand management professionals.

In Event Types: Seminars / Workshops, Animation, Business / Management, Features, Interactive, Live Action, Licensing, New Media, Short Films, Television, Visual Effects, Web / Internet, Other

Wizard World Dallas

Begins: November 5, 2004

The country

Events

Bra!nCamp West 2004

Begins: October 21, 2004

Bra!nCamp West is a high-level, cross-media conference specifically geared to major players in children's entertainment. Attending the event are senior executives, creative forces and movers and shakers in the kids' and family entertainment industry. The event includes eight presentations over two days, along with food, fun and social events. The atmosphere is loose and relaxed, no suits, no ties. Bra!nCamp is an intimate event and attendance is limited. Speakers and attendees interact during presentations, during breaks and during social events.

In Event Types: Conferences, Exhibits, Seminars / Workshops, Animation, Business / Management, Features, Interactive, Live Action, Licensing, New Media, Short Films, Television, Visual Effects, Web / Internet, Other

MIPCOM 2004

Begins: October 4, 2004

MIPCOM: International Film and Programme Market for TV, Video, Cable and Satellite is one of the world

In Event Types: Conferences, Exhibits, Seminars / Workshops, Screenings, Animation, Live Action, Licensing, Television, Visual Effects, Other

The 6th World Cartoon Conference

Begins: October 3, 2004

The 6th World Cartoon Conference is the largest summit of animation and comic industry and art in Asia. The theme of the exhibition is "Comic and Nationality Nature in 21st Century." The event will be held at the Beijing International Conference Center and is being organized by the China Association of Oriental Culture Studies.