Trade Shows

Media Events

Cinekid for Professionals

Begins: October 18, 2011

Cinekid for Professionals is a four day event (26 to 29 October) held during the nine day kids festival. Over 300 makers, financers, producers, distributors and buyers come to Amsterdam to inspire each other and enter into co productions and joint ventures. They close deals, network, watch new films and programmes and find new partners. Cinekid for Professionals consists of co production markets, the ScreeningClub (Buyers Market) and the Cinekid for Professionals Conference.

In Event Types: Conferences, Competitive Festivals, Exhibits, Trade Shows, Animation, Features, Short Films, Television

World Events

IBC 2011

Begins: September 8, 2011

IBC is the premier annual event for professionals engaged in the creation, management and delivery of entertainment and news content worldwide. Attracting 48,000+ attendees from more than 140 countries, IBC combines a highly respected and peer-reviewed conference with an exhibition that exhibits more than 1,300 leading suppliers of state of the art electronic media technology and provides unrivalled networking opportunities.

In Event Types: Conferences, Non-competitive Festivals, Trade Shows, Business / Management, Interactive, New Media, Web / Internet, Other

4th China (Zhongshan) International Game & Amusement fair (G&A 2011)

Begins: November 3, 2011

G&A（Zhongshan ) fair, Which it’s the only game & amusement show owned by the government.

The Retrospection of G&A 2010

In Event Types: Trade Shows

Animation Events

UK / China Animation Forum

Begins: December 6, 2010

As part of an ongoing series of initiatives joining UK and Chinese creative businesses – from a visit to Beijing and Shenzhen in May to hosting a Chinese Ministry of Commerce delegation last month in the UK – parameter is delighted to be producing:

Uk / China Animation Forum – 6 & 7th December, Beijing

China is now officially the second largest economy in the world and continues to grow, despite the global recession, at nearly 9% p.a.

In Event Types: Conferences, Discussion, Trade Shows, User Group Meetings, Animation, Business / Management, Licensing, New Media, Web / Internet

Events

CGOverdrive2011

Begins: June 23, 2011

CG Overdrive is an event for the artists, by the artists. CG professionals, enthusiasts, students, academics, producers and all CG stakeholders convene and connect at this annual event. CGOverdrive2011 will be held at Suntec Singapore from 23-25 June, 2011.

In Event Types: Conferences, Discussion, Exhibits, Non-competitive Festivals, Seminars / Workshops, Trade Shows, Animation, Business / Management, Comics, Live Action, New Media, Special, Special Effects, Visualization, Visual Effects

IBC 2010

Begins: September 9, 2010

IBC is the premier annual event for professionals engaged in the creation, management and delivery of entertainment and news content worldwide. In 2009, the show attracted more than 45,000 attendees from 140 countries around the world, exhibiting more than 1,300 of the world's key technology suppliers and showcasing a debate-leading conference that, among other vital sessions, brought together the ASC and the BSC digital camera tests and offered pioneering insight into the latest developments in stereoscopic 3D.

In Event Types: Exhibits, Trade Shows, Animation, Business / Management, Documentaries, Features, Live Action, New Media, Television

Southern California Game Developers Job Fair 2010

Begins: August 11, 2010

Hello Game Developers,

Obsidian Entertainment, Foundation 9/Double Helix invite you to join us for a Game Developers only job fair on August 11th at 3pm

Our intention is to make some of our colleagues that were affected by recent layoffs find good homes quickly and make this unfortunate event as painless as possible.

If you are a Game Developer looking for a job this is a perfect opportunity to talk with the top leaders in the game industry. Below is a comprehensive list of attending studios:

Foundation 9 Entertainment / Double Helix

Obsidian Entertainment

IGN / Gamespy Technology

Activision

High Moon Studios

Infinity Ward

In Event Types: Trade Shows, Other

Events

Imagina 2011

Begins: February 1, 2011

Over three days, imagina offers you the opportunity to become a part of the professional 3D community in Europe

- A professional event orientated around professional applications,

- The presence of over 100 international media groups allows you to enhance and optimise your communications,

- A conference programme structured around the 3D industry's major issues,

- An Exhibition Hall that occupies over 4,000 square metres of floor space. Access is free to all professional visitors.

In Event Types: Conferences, Exhibits, Seminars / Workshops, Trade Shows, Animation, Visualization, Visual Effects

SIGGRAPH 2010

Begins: July 25, 2010

Now in its 37th year, the SIGGRAPH conference is the premier international event on computer graphics and interactive techniques. SIGGRAPH 2010 is expected to draw an estimated 25,000 professionals from five continents to Los Angeles, California

In Event Types: Conferences, Competitive Festivals, Exhibits, Seminars / Workshops, Screenings, Trade Shows, User Group Meetings, Animation, New Media, Visualization, Visual Effects, Web / Internet

International CES - Consumer Electronics Show

Begins: January 7, 2010

A record number of new exhibitors – more than 330 companies – will join more than 2,500 exhibitors in unveiling their latest technology innovations at the 2010 International CES®. With more than 20,000 new products on display, the International CES is the world’s largest consumer technology tradeshow. CE Spotlights throughout the CES show floor will feature key market categories including apps, green technology, gaming, location based services and more.

In Event Types: Conferences, Seminars / Workshops, Trade Shows, Other

Events

NATPE Market and Conference

Begins: January 25, 2010

Join National Association of Television Program Executivesfor NATPE 2010 Market & Conference —the world’s best multi-platform video conference. Held January 25-27 at the Mandalay Bay Resort & Casino in Las Vegas, NATPE 2010 will feature an updated, bustling marketplace floor, a jam-packed three-day schedule and exciting special programs and features!

In Event Types: Conferences, Trade Shows, Business / Management, Licensing, Television

Anime Events

Anime Swap Meet

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

CONTACT: Chris Wanamaker, (202) 262 2083 president@dcanimeclub.org

DC Anime Club’s Anime Swap Meet

DC Anime Club invites one and all to our Anime Swap Meet on

Saturday January 2, 2010 2pm-5pm at the Martin Luther King, Jr

Memorial Library 901 G St NW Washington, DC 20001 in Room A5 on

the A Level of the Library.

A swap meet is were people 'meet' to 'swap' their unwanted items for something else they

May want - without paying for anything. The focus will be on anime, manga, comic, and

video game related items.

In Event Types: Trade Shows, Animation, Other

US-Korea Digital Entertainment Investment Forum

“US-Korea Digital Entertainment Investment Forum”

On behalf of Minister Knowledge of Economy and KOTRA (Korea Trade–Investment Promotion Agency), it is our privilege to invite you to “US-Korea Digital Entertainment Investment Forum,” as part of KMCM USA 2009 at the Los Angeles Marriott Downtown Hotel on December 4th.

The attendance is free of charge, but space is limited (50 spacing available for luncheon and networking with senior Korean government officials).

In Event Types: Conferences, Discussion, Exhibits, Seminars / Workshops, Trade Shows, Animation, Business / Management, Interactive, Licensing, New Media, Special Effects, Visualization, Web / Internet, Other

Animation Events

EXPOTOONS 2009

Begins: November 25, 2009

CARTOON, European Animation Film Association has chosen EXPOTOONS, the most representative international animation festival in Latin America, as a strategic partner in that region to organize CARTOON CONNECTION, the first meeting between European and Latin American animation professionals.

The most representative animation event in Latin America. It hosts selected films, conferencists, trainers, production and distribution companies, buyers and more!

This year more than ever it's becoming a bridge to Europe and Asia. And since 2008 it is allied with Annecy Animation Festival.

In Event Types: Conferences, Contests, Competitive Festivals, Discussion, Exhibits, Seminars / Workshops, Screenings, Trade Shows, Animation, Business / Management, Documentaries, Short Films, Television

Animation Supercon 2009

Begins: October 2, 2009

Anime Supercon (ASC) is now Animation Supercon, as it returns for a 4th year to an all new, bigger & better location; the Doubletree Miami Airport Hotel and Convention Center. Animation Supercon will replace Anime Supercon as the shows focus shifts to encompass the entire animation world, and not just Japanese anime. Set for October 2-4, Animation Supercon is a three day festival and convention dedicated to Animation, Cartoons, Anime, Comic Books and Video Games.

In Event Types: Conferences, Discussion, Exhibits, Seminars / Workshops, Screenings, Trade Shows, Animation, Features, Interactive, Live Action, Special Effects, Television, Visual Effects, Web / Internet

Animation Events

SPARK Animation Festival 2009

Begins: September 16, 2009

With a mission to ignite creative and collaborative fire, Vancouver ACM SIGGRAPH presents SPARK Animation '09. In its second year, this prestigious week-long speaker series, educational forum and film festival informs and inspires professionals, pioneers and enthusiasts in the world of animation.

In Event Types: Conferences, Non-competitive Festivals, Seminars / Workshops, Trade Shows, Animation, Business / Management, Features, Interactive, New Media, Short Films

Game Events

2009 Game Developers Conference Austin

Begins: September 15, 2009

The Game Developers Conference Austin (GDC Austin) returns this September with three days focused on connected games including online games, virtual worlds, and social networking. Now in its 7th consecutive year, GDC Austin will continue as the mecca for online game developers worldwide to convene and share best practices, new perspectives, and business opportunities in connected games. GDC Austin conference tracks focus on the disciplines of Business and Marketing, Design, Social Networking and Community, Services, Production and Programming.

In Event Types: Conferences, Discussion, Seminars / Workshops, Trade Shows, Business / Management, Interactive, New Media, Special Effects, Visual Effects, Web / Internet, Other

Entertainment Events

RoadShow Live 2009

Begins: September 15, 2009

For the past 12 years, The L.A Office's RoadShow has been the "must-attend" event for brands, entertainment marketers and agencies alike. It is the only event created specifically for the entertainment marketing community. Whether you are already using entertainment content to enhance your marketing programs or simply interested in the opportunities, RoadShow provides the perfect blend of in-depth property introductions, industry insights and first-class networking in a forum that has built the reputation of being the Must Attend event of the year.

In Event Types: Conferences, Exhibits, Non-competitive Festivals, Trade Shows, Business / Management, Interactive, Licensing, New Media, Television, Web / Internet, Other

L.A. Comic Book & Sci-Fi Convention

Begins: September 13, 2009

Sunday, September 13th, 2009 / 10:00AM - 5:00PM At Shrine Hall / 700 W. 32nd Street / Los Angeles 90007 Admission: $8.00 http://www.comicbookscifi.com/

Appearing In Person!

DRUSILLA ON TV SERIES, BUFFY THE VAMPIRE SLAYER and ANGEL - JULIET LANDAU

In Event Types: Exhibits, Screenings, Trade Shows, Animation, Features, Licensing, Special Effects, Visual Effects, Web / Internet

Disney Events

Disney's D23 Expo 2009

Begins: September 10, 2009

The ultimate Disney fan experience will connect guests with The Walt Disney Company in exciting new ways, from September 10-13, 2009 at the Anaheim Convention Center just across the street from Disneyland! Guests will enjoy exhibits, screenings, presentations and interactive experiences from every part of The Walt Disney Company. And please stay tuned!...

In Event Types: Conferences, Discussion, Exhibits, Seminars / Workshops, Screenings, Trade Shows, Animation, Features, Interactive, Live Action, New Media, Television, Web / Internet

Read More about Disney's D23 Expo 2009»

Entertainment Events

The Road to RoadShow Webinar Series

Begins: August 1, 2009

In Event Types: Conferences, Exhibits, Non-competitive Festivals, Screenings, Trade Shows, Business / Management, Interactive, Licensing, New Media, Television, Web / Internet, Other

Events

Florida Supercon 2009

Begins: June 5, 2009

Now in its fourth year, FSC once again moves into a larger venue as the three day festival continues to grow. This year's event will take place June 5-7, 2009 at the Doubletree Miami Mart Airport Hotel and Convention Center in Miami, Florida. The three day festival will take place in the convention center's west hall and the convention centers entire second floor, making this the largest genre event to ever hit South Florida.

In Event Types: Exhibits, Seminars / Workshops, Screenings, Trade Shows, Animation, Features, Interactive, Live Action, New Media, Short Films, Television, Web / Internet

Dimension 3 2009, The Forum for the 3D Markets

Begins: June 2, 2009

For its third edition, Dimension 3 will be settle in the department of the Seine-saint-Denis, a region that strongly supports 3D research and production. This move will help the Forum to implement an animation plan in favor of the markets convergence

From June 2-4, 2009, Dimension 3 invites all the actors and professionals of the cinema, TV, video games, entertainment, communication or training industries to one of the most important event of the 3D industry in the world.

In Event Types: Discussion, Exhibits, Seminars / Workshops, Screenings, Trade Shows, Animation, Business / Management, Features, Interactive, Live Action, New Media, Short Films, Special Effects, Television, Visual Effects, Web / Internet

Show Events

E3 Expo 2009

Begins: June 2, 2009

E3 Expo is the world's premiere trade show for computer and video games and related products. The show is owned by the Entertainment Software Association (ESA), the U.S. association dedicated to serving the business and public affairs needs of the companies, publishing interactive games for video game consoles, handheld devices, personal computers and the Internet. For more information, visit www.E3Expo.com or www.theESA.com.

In Event Types: Trade Shows, Animation, Interactive, Licensing, Special Effects, Visual Effects, Web / Internet

2009 Bristol International Comic Expo & Small Press Expo

Begins: May 9, 2009

Focusing this year mostly on the best of British comics around, the Bristol International Comic Expo returns at the Ramada Plaza Hotel on May 9-10, 2009, with a special one day extra event -- Small Press Expo 2009 at the nearby Mercure Holland House Hotel.

Panels will run throughout both days, expo exclusives available at various times (signed ashcan of the new DC Vertigo comic from Mike Carey and Peter Gross available only at the Vertigo Panel, for example), and a host of signings, sketchings and comics to check out.

In Event Types: Conferences, Seminars / Workshops, Screenings, Trade Shows, Features, Short Films