We are thrilled to have you join us this year at the upcoming FILM, STAGE & SHOWBIZ EXPO on Saturday October 17, 2009 at the Los Angeles Convention Center.

Each of these opportunities may be reserved in your online registration.

If you have not yet registered for these events and still wish to participate, you can always UPGRADE YOUR BADGE by clicking UPGRADE MY BADGE in your original confirmation email and adding the options you want.

Here is a guide to the various events that happen at ShowBiz Expo which you are able to participate in:

	FILM FESTIVAL
	DESIGNER'S SHOWCASE
	FOCUS GROUPS
	ROUND TABLE MEETINGS / NETWORKING WITHIN YOUR FIELD
	MOVIE REEL SHOWCASE
	WORKSHOPS/SEMINARS
	ORIGINAL MUSIC SHOWCASE (Bands, Composers, Musicians)
	HEADSHOT LANE
	VIP CYBER LOUNGE
	LIVE AUDITION RECORDING
	AUDITIONS (for Performers)

FILM FESTIVAL:

Films submitted will be screened by our Film Festival Committee. The Top 30 films that are selected will be screened in the Screening Room at ShowBiz Expo. All attendees may attend the Film Screening Room throughout the day (based on seating availability). Selected films are screened once during the day.

You need to submit your application fee in advance in our Registration System to submit your film.

	Attending the Film Screening area is part of your Expo Entrance Pass. There is no fee to view films.
	Films must be shorter than 10 minutes in running time (including opening and closing credits).
	You may submit as many films as you would like.
	All submitted films must be submitted on DVD.
	Each submitted film must have its own Submission Application and registration fee paid online via registration.
	Submission fees are non-refundable. No exceptions.
	Once a film has been selected as a top 30 finalist, it may not be withdrawn from the festival.
	You must own or have written permission to use all material (this includes music and all footage) that is used in the film.
	Copies of your film sent to the ShowBiz Expo Office will not be returned.
	All films will be pre-screened and judged by ShowBiz Expo staff. We will select the Top 30 Short Films to be screened at the Expo.
	All attendees are welcome to attend the Film Festival Screening Room at the Expo. If you would like your friends, family and other supporters to see your film, they need to Register to Attend the Expo.
	After registering to submit your film through our registration, please CLICK HERE, print the application and fill the application out in its entirety. Be sure to send the completed application with your DVD to the address listed below. Your application and film MUST be received by September 15, 2009 (regular deadline) or October 2, 2009 (late deadline) to be selected as a finalist. No films received after October 2, 2009 will be eligible.
	Be sure to clearly label your REGISTRATION TRACKING # on your DVD. This number may be found on your confirmation email from when you registered. WHERE TO SEND YOUR APPLICATION AND FILM (DVD): Film, Stage & ShowBiz Expo 440 Ninth Avenue, 8th Floor New York, NY 10001

DESIGNER'S SHOWCASE:

Designer's such as Costume, Make-Up, Lighting, Scenic,Illustators, Web Designers, etc may showcase their portfolios, sketches, models, etc for attendees to review.

You need to reserve your Designer's ShowCase Space ahead of time in our Registration System.

	Please arrive no later than 10:30 AM to set-up your showcase. Our registration/check-in area opens at 10 AM. After you receive your badge, proceed directly to the Designer's Showcase located in the South Corridor. Our staff and signage will direct you to the appropriate area.
	Designer's Showcase will shut down at 6 PM. Please be sure to pick up your materials no later than 6 PM. At 6:30 PM, any materials left behind will be thrown away.
	You will be provided with a 3' diameter round skirted table. You may use this table any way you'd like to showcase your materials. Your booth is assigned on a first come first serve basis. We will not be supplying power drops - so if you require an electrical outlet, the sooner you arrive the better so you can assure yourself that you get a booth near a wall outlet. Please note that we are not responsible if the outlets stops working or a circuit breaks. We do not provide electrical cords or surge protectors.
	You may not display anything off of your designated table (on the floor around your table). No chairs are permitted at your space. Please note that you are responsible for any damage caused to the wall space if you hang any materials on the drape behind you.
	We suggest that you bring business/comp cards to display with your materials.
	Note that Designer's Showcase is for individuals only. You are not allowed to promote a company. If our staff finds out that you are promoting the services of a company we will ask you to leave. Designer's Showcase is meant for individual designer's to showcase their work and land new projects to work on.
	Please be respectful of your peers around you. No loud discussions or music are permitted.
	Please note that as a Designer's Showcase participant and as an attendee of Film, Stage & ShowBiz Expo, you are bound by the Terms of Use. You may review the Terms of Use by clicking this link: http://www.theshowbizexpo.com/termsofuse.html

FOCUS GROUPS:

Focus Groups bring together particular professions and give you the opportunity to talk and discuss the industry as a whole and the best ways to interact with one another. These focus groups are open forum discussions led by a moderator to help build synergies between various professions in the Entertainment Industry.

You need to reserve your seat ahead of time in our Registration System.

Arrive at your designated Focus Group room 5 minutes before your scheduled time.

The Focus Group Schedule is as follows:

SCHEDULE COMING SOON

ROUND TABLE MEETINGS / NETWORKING

Round Table Meetings bring together individuals who work in the same field as you. Only members within these specific professions will be able to sit at the round tables. This is an excellent opportunity to network and have open discussions with other professionals who work in the same field as you.

You need to reserve your seat for Round Table Meetings ahead of time in our Registration System.

Round Table Meetings are limited to 10 people per table and last 30 minutes in duration.

Round Table Meetings/Networking Schedule is as follows:

SCHEDULE COMING SOON

MOVIE REEL SHOWCASE:

Movie Reel Showcase is a place for filmmakers, cinematographers, editors, directors, etc to showcase their film and/or film reel. When you select Movie Reel Showcase you are provided with a dedicated Screening Area all day with your DVD on loop (10AM - 6PM). You may also leave promotional materials and business cards that compliment your reel. This screening station includes a DVD Player, Monitor (you may select the size of your screen), and speakers.

You need to reserve your Movie Reel Showcase Space ahead of time in our Registration System.

	You may arrive anytime during the day to begin showcasing your Movie Reel (we suggest arriving around 10 am to take full advantage of the entire day). Keep in mind that registration/check-in opens at 10 AM. After you receive your badge, proceed directly to Movie Reel Showcase located in the South Corridor. Our staff and signage will direct you to the appropriate area.
	Please do not mail us your DVD. You will bring the DVD with you the day-of.
	Movie Reel Showcase will shut down at 6 PM. Please be sure to pick up your DVD and materials no later than 6 PM. At 6:30 PM, any materials left behind will be thrown away.
	Our A/V Company will have an 18" LCD Monitor set-up for you along with a DVD player to showcase your reel. Please make sure your reel is provided on a DVD able to be read by a Dell Desktop DVD Player.
	You may leave business/comp cards in front of your Movie Reel Monitor.
	Please note that you may not station yourself at your Movie Reel station. This is not a place to conduct business. Only people wishing to view your reel may be stationed at your space. If you wish to solicit business, you should be an exhibitor at the Expo. Please call us at 212.404.2345 if you think exhibiting would be a better fit for your reel.
	Upgrades on the size of your video monitor are available for an additional fee. You currently have an 18" Flat Panel LCD monitor. If you wish to upgrade, please call us at 212.404.2345.
	Upgrade to 30" LCD Display - $299
	Upgrade to 42" Plasma - $399
	Upgrade to 50" Plasma Monitor - $599
	Please click this link to find a standard form release that you MUST sign prior to showcasing your movie reel. This release must be brought with you and given to the Movie Reel Showcase staff member upon your arrival. Additional copies will be available if you forget to bring this copy. Click here for the release: http://docs.google.com/Doc?id=dd76qg9f_8f6gs8jff

WORKSHOPS/SEMINARS:

A complete list of the Workshops/Seminars are COMING SOON.

All Workshops & Seminars require a reserved seat which you can reserve through our online registration system.

You may also purchase a VIP FRONT ROW SEAT to any workshop which will allow you to choose which workshops you'd like to attend the day-of and be guaranteed the best seat.

ORIGINAL MUSIC SHOWCASE (for Bands, Composers, Musicians):

This opportunity allows Bands, Composers and Musicians to showcase original music. When you select this option, you are provided with a Dedicated ShowCase Station the entire day that includes a CD player and headphones. You may provide business cards and promotional materials to compliment your music reel. Your music is played on a continuous loop the entire day.

You need to reserve your Original Music Reel Showcase Space ahead of time in our Registration System.

	You may arrive anytime during the day to begin showcasing your Music (we suggest arriving around 10 am to take full advantage of the entire day). Keep in mind that registration/check-in opens at 10 AM. After you receive your badge, proceed directly to Original Music Showcase. Our staff and signage will direct you to the appropriate area.
	Your music must be brought with you on a CD.
	Please do not mail us your CD/Music. You will bring the CD with you the day-of.
	Original Music Showcase will shut down at 6 PM. Please be sure to pick up your CD and materials no later than 6 PM. At 6:30 PM, any materials left behind will be thrown away.
	We will supply you with a portable CD player and headphones to showcase your music. Please make sure your music is provided on CD.
	You may leave business/comp cards in front of your CD Player.
	Please note that you may not station yourself at your station. This is not a place to conduct business. Only people wishing to listen to your music may be stationed at your space. If you wish to solicit business, you should be an exhibitor at the Expo. Please call us at 212.404.2345 if you think exhibiting would be a better fit for you.
	Please click this link to find a standard form release that you MUST sign prior to showcasing your music. This release must be brought with you and given to the Original Music Showcase staff member upon your arrival. Additional copies will be available if you forget to bring this copy. Click here for the release: http://docs.google.com/Doc?id=dd76qg9f_12fscnvg9z

HEADSHOT LANE:

Headshot Lane is an excellent place for performers to display their headshot and resume for prospective agents, casting directors and other casting officials. Your headshot and resume is prominently displayed the entire day on a personal mailbox for people to drop business cards and other notes. At the end of the day, you collect all of the business cards and notes for you to contact.

You need to reserve your Headshot Lane Mailbox ahead of time in our Registration System.

	You may arrive anytime during the day to set-up you're Headshot Lane Mailbox (we suggest arriving around 10 am to take full advantage of the entire day). Keep in mind that registration/check-in opens at 10 AM. After you receive your badge, proceed directly to Headshot Lane located in the South Corridor. Our staff and signage will direct you to the appropriate area./td>
	Please bring at least one copy of your Headshot (and resume if you wish to display that as well). We recommend using standard cardstock for your Headshot and Resume. Do not mail your headshot/resume to us. You will bring these with you the day-of./td>
	Headshot Lane will shut down promptly at 6 PM. Please be sure to pick up your materials no later than 6 PM. At 6:30 PM, any materials left behind will be thrown away./td>
	Upon arrival, you will be provided with a White Headshot Lane Mailbox. You will be able to display your headshot (and resume if requested) on this mailbox. Throughout the day, attendees may drop business cards and/or notes into your mailbox. When you are ready to leave the expo for the day, you may present your badge to the Headshot Lane Staff Member to receive your "mail." Please note, that once you retrieve your mail, you will not be able to set-up the mailbox again (so make sure you are done for the day before retrieving your mail)./td>
	You may not display anything other than your headshot (and resume) at your mailbox. You may, however, leave business/comp cards if you'd like, but we are not responsible for the people who contact you./td>
	You are not permitted to stand at your mailbox. This will just crowd the area and prevent attendees from seeing your mailbox.
	Please click this link to find a standard form release that you MUST sign prior to participating in HEADSHOT LANE. This release must be brought with you and given to the Headshot Lane staff member upon your arrival. Additional copies will be available if you forget to bring this copy. Click here for the release http://docs.google.com/Doc?id=dd76qg9f_7dj9hj4hh

VIP CYBER LOUNGE

You must have a VIP or PREFERRED EXPO BADGE to enter this Lounge.

The VIP Cyber Lounge has accessible computers, printers, internet access, and private seating areas. Need to print important documents? Need to check your business or personal email? This is the place for you. This is also a great place to conduct production meetings, network with other industry professionals and get away from the busy Expo.

LIVE AUDITION RECORDING:

This is an opportunity for you to get recorded while you audition so you can see how you perform under pressure. The recording is sent to you after the expo to your email.

You need to reserve your Live Audition Recording ahead of time in our Registration System.

	Please arrive no later than 11 AM so that you can check-in, get your badge and then receive an audition time. Our registration/check-in area opens at 10 AM. After you receive your badge, proceed directly to Casting Registration. Our staff and signage will direct you to the appropriate area.
	At Casting Registration, you will receive a time slot to audition for Telsey + Company. Please note that audition recordings take place between 2- 6 PM. You will be given an audition time slot within this time period. Although there will be a time slot available for you, you must receive an actual appointment time from Casting Registration in order to audition. Again, please make sure you arrive at the Expo no later than 11 AM to receive your scheduled time from Casting Registration.
	Once you receive your scheduled appointment, we encourage you to check out the exhibitors, attend workshops and focus groups and enjoy the networking opportunities made available to you until your scheduled time.
	Please check-in at the auditions approximately 15 minutes prior to your scheduled audition appointment. You will be asked to sign a standard form release that allows us to video record your audition as well as provide us with the email address you wish to have your recording sent to. Please note that you MUST sign this release in order to have your audition recorded. If you are under the age of 18, you must have a legal guardian present to sign the form on your behalf.
	Your audition recording will be emailed to you within 14 business days from your audition.
	Please also take a minute to review the audition requirements here: http://www.theshowbizexpo.com/a_industryjobscasting.html

AUDITIONS (for Performers)

If you are a Performer and plan on auditioning, you will need to visit CASTING REGISTRATION at the Expo to obtain an Audition Time. We suggest you arrive in the morning to make your audition appointment(s). You are not able to make an appointment prior to the Expo.

A complete list of auditions and audition requirements may be found HERE.