EXHIBIT AT GDC
| EXHIBITOR SERVICES
How do I become a GDC Exhibitor
Who do I contact to book GDC Exhibit space?
Contact your salesperson for details.
What comes with the purchase of GDC Exhibit space?
Expo passes, Staff badges and discounts on conference and expo passes are based on booth size.
Who do I contact to participate in the Career Pavilion at GDC Expo?
Contact Gina Gross, Global Recruitment Account Manager.
Is there a deadline for becoming an exhibitor?
To maximize your exposure on the GDC web site and marketing materials, we recommend you reserve space by January 18th. Exhibit space is also limited to availability. If you are considering exhibiting, contact your account manager today for exhibition opportunities. See the current version of the GDC Expo floorplan here.
Exhibition & Sponsorship Logistics
Who do I contact with service questions about exhibiting and my booth?
For questions on booth or sponsorship purchases, please contact gdcsponsorhelp@techweb.com.
If you have already signed a contract and have questions about booth logistics, contact:
Kristen Margulis
Event Operations and Services
United Business Media LLC
kristen.margulis@ubm.com
If you have already signed a contract and have questions about booth logistics, contact:
Kristen Margulis
Event Operations and Services
United Business Media LLC
kristen.margulis@ubm.com
Who do I contact regarding my sponsorship deliverables?
Once a contract is signed, please email gdcsponsorhelp@techweb.com for any sponsorship questions. Deliverable details including deadlines and shipping instructions will be emailed a few months out from the show.
What are the booth height regulations and sightline restrictions?
There are rules stating the maximum allowable height of various booth sizes. Allowable heights vary according to the size of the booth. The online ESM, will have specific rules and regulations pertaining to your booth size.
What are the hanging sign regulations & restrictions?
Hanging signs are only allowed for island booths 20'x20' or bigger. If your booth fits these parameters and you want to do a hanging sign, there will be a form for you to fax in the Exhibitor Services Manual.
Once it is approved by show management, you will need to order labor from GES to hang it and must use the appropriate shipping label to ship it to GES.
Once it is approved by show management, you will need to order labor from GES to hang it and must use the appropriate shipping label to ship it to GES.
Do I need to order drayage?
Drayage is the movement of show freight from the shipping dock to your booth. No matter how you get your freight to the dock at the Convention Center, you are not allowed to bring your shipment onto the expo floor on your own - it must be done by union labor. Drayage costs are based on the weight and size of your shipment.
You can receive a discount on your drayage and priority treatment by using GES Logistics for your shipping needs.
You can receive a discount on your drayage and priority treatment by using GES Logistics for your shipping needs.
How do I handle shipping to the Moscone Convention Center?
Separate from drayage, this is the movement of your freight from either another show site to the receiving dock at the Expo site, or from your business to the dock at the Expo site. The Exhibitor Services Manual will have more information.
IMPORTANT: By ordering your shipping needs from GES Logistics, you will save money on your drayage, and you will get priority delivery of your freight on to the floor and off of the floor at the end of the show. Please contact GES Logistics at (888) 454-4437 or www.ges.com/logistics for details or to order this service. From overnight to overseas, GES can arrange for all types of shipping and will do all follow up to make sure your freight arrives on time.
Kristen Margulis
Event Operations and Services
United Business Media LLC
kristen.margulis@ubm.com
IMPORTANT: By ordering your shipping needs from GES Logistics, you will save money on your drayage, and you will get priority delivery of your freight on to the floor and off of the floor at the end of the show. Please contact GES Logistics at (888) 454-4437 or www.ges.com/logistics for details or to order this service. From overnight to overseas, GES can arrange for all types of shipping and will do all follow up to make sure your freight arrives on time.
Kristen Margulis
Event Operations and Services
United Business Media LLC
kristen.margulis@ubm.com
How do I order graphics, custom booths, furniture and carpet from GES?
GES can produce any signage that you need. Whether you want to add a logo to your Booth ID sign or order meter-sized boards, GES can do it. The plus side to that is you don't have to ship your signage (and risk having it arrive damaged) and it is at your booth when you arrive. They can make most types of banners or signage at a competitive price.
The ESM will also list forms for custom booths, carpet, furniture rental, lighting orders and pretty much anything you need for a complete presence on the Expo floor.
The ESM will also list forms for custom booths, carpet, furniture rental, lighting orders and pretty much anything you need for a complete presence on the Expo floor.
How do I order lead retrieval, audio visual, electrical, internet, food, booth security or plants for my booth?
Your Exhibitor Services Manual (coming soon) will include all order forms. Be sure and do it early to receive any applicable pre-show discounts!
I need to go on the expo floor to assist in setting up the booth for only a short time, can I bring my baby?
Our insurance policy prohibits anyone under the age of 18 on the expo floor during move-in and move-out.
Where do I find information on tote bag inserts and publication distributions for sponsors?
More information coming soon.
Exhibiting Deadlines and Deliveries
What are the GDC Expo ordering and delivery deadlines?
More information coming soon.
What are sponsor deliverables for banner ads, pub bins, totebag inserts, show program specs, and downloading GDC assets?
Web banner ads will run within three days of receiving them
Totebag insert proofs must be sent to Sara McGuinness by TBD.
Pub bin and totebag inserts must arrive to the advanced warehouse between TBD
Event Guide Ads
When are the ad space and materials deadlines for the GDC Event Guide?
TBD
What are the ad specifications and delivery methods for the GDC Show Program?
- Full page 8.75" x 10.5" Bleed: 9" x 10.75"
- Half page 8.75" x 5.25" Bleed: 9" x 5.5"
Who do I contact about placing an ad in the GDC Show Program?
Contact your Account Manager to reserve your ad space.
Hotel Reservations
How do I make hotel reservations?
You must contact Convention Housing Partners for your reservations at 1-800-216-4916 or 415-813-6088 or via email at info@gdcrooms.com.
Marketing & Sponsorship Opportunities
What are the marketing and sponsorship offerings at GDC?
Please click here for a list of sponsorship opportunities. The sooner you purchase a sponsorship, the more conference exposure you receive. Don't delay and contact your Account Manager today for sponsorship details.
If you have already purchased a sponsorship, you will receive an email with shipping or artwork details the first of the year describing what you need to do to complete your sponsorship.
If you have already purchased a sponsorship, you will receive an email with shipping or artwork details the first of the year describing what you need to do to complete your sponsorship.
Where can I download web banners and buttons to promote my booth at GDC?
More information coming soon.
Do Exhibitors have access to GDC attendee lists?
If you have contracted for a 10x20 booth or larger, you will receive a onetime usage of the pre-registered attendee list for a direct mail item.
Please note the following recommendations/limitations: For the best results utilize your mailing after the Early Registration deadline of February 2, 2013. The list sorts available will be Domestic U.S. or Foreign.
Exhibitors are responsible for all mail piece production, postage and lettershop costs.
The GDC has a preferred mail house for processing and sending of your piece. If you desire to use a mail house of your choice, the GDC will require a proof of bonded status and a onetime usage agreement. Contact your account manager for further pre-GDC mailing questions.
Please note the following recommendations/limitations: For the best results utilize your mailing after the Early Registration deadline of February 2, 2013. The list sorts available will be Domestic U.S. or Foreign.
Exhibitors are responsible for all mail piece production, postage and lettershop costs.
The GDC has a preferred mail house for processing and sending of your piece. If you desire to use a mail house of your choice, the GDC will require a proof of bonded status and a onetime usage agreement. Contact your account manager for further pre-GDC mailing questions.
Expo Passes & Registering My Booth Staff for Staff Badges
How do I obtain Staff badges for my booth staff?
Please contact gdcsponsorhelp@techweb.com for more information on our exhibitor staff badges.
What is the difference between an Expo pass, Staff badge, and Single Session passes, and what does each pass include?
Each GDC exhibitor will be allotted a number of Expo passes and Staff badges based on the size of their exhibit space.
Expo passes allow access to the GDC Expo, the GDC Lobby Bar and GDC events such as IGF and Game Developers Choice Awards and GDC Booth Crawl. Expo passes cannot be used to access the GDC show floor prior to the expo or after it closes each afternoon. Expo passes can be distributed to members of your company who will not need access to the show floor outside of expo hours and to clients/partners you would like to invite to the GDC to visit your booth and check out the event.
Staff badges allow access on and off the show floor to set up your exhibit space before the expo opens and to secure it at the end of each day after the expo closes. Staff badges should NOT be given to clients/partners who are not exhibitors at GDC (Expo passes are appropriate) The Staff badge will also allow access to the GDC Lobby Bar and GDC events such as the IGF and Game Developers Choice Awards and GDC Booth Crawl.
Single Session passes are stickers good for any one conference session and will be given to you onsite in your resign packet. In addition to regular conference sessions, Single Session passes will allow entry to keynotes, one-day tutorials and any one session within a full day summit.
Expo passes allow access to the GDC Expo, the GDC Lobby Bar and GDC events such as IGF and Game Developers Choice Awards and GDC Booth Crawl. Expo passes cannot be used to access the GDC show floor prior to the expo or after it closes each afternoon. Expo passes can be distributed to members of your company who will not need access to the show floor outside of expo hours and to clients/partners you would like to invite to the GDC to visit your booth and check out the event.
Staff badges allow access on and off the show floor to set up your exhibit space before the expo opens and to secure it at the end of each day after the expo closes. Staff badges should NOT be given to clients/partners who are not exhibitors at GDC (Expo passes are appropriate) The Staff badge will also allow access to the GDC Lobby Bar and GDC events such as the IGF and Game Developers Choice Awards and GDC Booth Crawl.
Single Session passes are stickers good for any one conference session and will be given to you onsite in your resign packet. In addition to regular conference sessions, Single Session passes will allow entry to keynotes, one-day tutorials and any one session within a full day summit.
How many Expo passes, Staff badges, and Single Session passes do I receive for my booth size?
The quantity of Expo, Staff, and Single Session passes you receive is based on booth size. Review the GDC Expo marketing support tiers here, for the quantity you will receive.
| Booth Size (sq. ft) | Expo Passes | Staff Badges | Single Session Passes |
| 100 | 10 | 10 | 0 |
| 200 | 35 | 20 | 5 |
| 300 | 35 | 30 | 5 |
| 400 | 35 | 40 | 5 |
| 500 | 35 | 50 | 5 |
| 600 | 35 | 60 | 5 |
| 700 | 35 | 60 | 5 |
| 800 | 35 | 60 | 5 |
| 900+ | 35 | 60 | 15 |
Press Attending GDC
How do I obtain a list of the pre-registered press attending GDC?
Exhibitors will have access to the Press List about four weeks prior to the Show in the Exhibitor Interface.
How can I maximize press visibility for my company and products during GDC?
To maximize press awareness, you can participate in our specially designed media sponsorship opportunities. Please contact your sales representative for more details.
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