• Panels: A ‘Panel’ type event that’s hosted by attendees is typically a presentation or discussion between the host and audience. For instance, many attendee panelists enjoy hosting their panels while in cosplay, often roleplaying their character while they interact with the crowd. Industry panel events often introduce or announce information about their upcoming projects, as well as feature Q&A sessions with the creative staff and/or voice actors.
• Workshops: A ‘Workshop’ type event is focused on teaching the audience something. For example, past workshops have taught attendees how to play traditional taiko drums, create props for cosplay, and various techniques for model making. Workshop-specific rooms include tables for attendees to utilize. We encourage attendees to come and share their knowledge with others!

More information coming soon

Below is a list of equipment that comes standard with a panel or workshop room. Any additional items must be requested in the application phase. However, please note that these requested items are not guaranteed to be available. Please be sure to plan accordingly.

• 2 – 3 Wired Microphones
• Projector and Screen(s)
• HDMI and VGA hookups for audio/video
• Blu-Ray Player (Note: Copyrighted material may not be playable due to HDCP protection.)
• Tables (if in a workshop room)

New panel applications will not be accepted during Anime Expo.

To cancel a panel, simply submit a notice of cancellation via email to programming@anime-expo.org no later than one month prior to the event (June 2, 2020).

If a panel is cancelled, then SPJA may fill that empty slot with another panel from the waitlist. The scheduling of Panels during Anime Expo is done solely for the purpose of filling in a time slot after a cancellation.

In order to be considered for a replacement for a cancellation, prospective panelist or workshop hosts must have already completed Step 1 no later than April 27, 2020 (date subject to change) and received a confirmation of their addition to the waitlist.

Only those who have been placed on the waitlist and applied before the panel application deadline will be considered for replacing a canceled panel.

If you are planning to film your panel, please carefully review the information below:

• Proof of insurance by providing your certificate of insurance for liability, property damage insurance, and media liability insurance
• More information is available in the Filming Location Agreement. Please reach out to marketing@spja.org for more information

• Footage of assigned Exhibitor space*
• Footage captured outside AX event areas (AX Event Areas Include: Los Angeles Convention Center, JW Marriott)
• Event Recaps, Highlights, Still Photography, Social Media Stories