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Post by Sparrow of WPA on Aug 17, 2011 16:35:40 GMT -5
Just so I can work on it, going to put all the questions both answered and unanswered into the first three posts (since we have a character limit).
Unanswered Questions
Is there anything I cannot sell?
Real guns??? I dunno, yourself?
How big should the ad be?
For the 1/4 page the size is 2.75" wide x 4.25" tall. WE REQUIRE MORE OVERLORDS.
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Post by Sparrow of WPA on Aug 17, 2011 16:36:31 GMT -5
What is Cyphan?Cyphan is a science fiction and fantasy convention which is inviting to people of all ages and walks of life. The convention features a family friendly atmosphere as well as separate activities for the 18 and up crowd. If you are a geek, nerd, or even just nerd-curious this is the convention for you! When is Cyphan?Cyphan takes place annually. In 2012 it will be in late July. Where is Cyphan?Cyphan is held at the Hyatt Regency O'Hare in Rosemont, Illinois, just outside of Chicago. The Hyatt is also close to O'Hare airport and offers a free shuttle for those who might be traveling by air. Look here for more information on booking a room at the hotel. Who will be there?Check here for a page about our special guests this year. What activities are there to do?Look here for a listing of panels and activities and here for the film festival show times. You will also be able to get a conbook at the registration table when you pick up your badge. You can also join us for the evening activities on Friday and the Imperial Ball on Saturday night. I want to come to the Imperial Ball, but I don't have a good costume to wear OR formal wear!Don't worry, you don't have to be in costume or wearing something fancy to come. Costumes are appreciated, but not necessarily. You DO have to wear clothes though! I heard there was a film festival, what will be showing?NAMES OF FILMS HERE. Look here for a more detailed listing of our featured films. What vendors will be there this year?HERE is a listing of all of our vendors.
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Post by Sparrow of WPA on Aug 17, 2011 16:37:58 GMT -5
How do I register?Click HERE to be taken to our registration page. How much does it cost to get in?Check here for our membership levels or here for vendor information. Do I have to register for panels or activities as well as my badge?No, just walk right in if you have your badge on you! Do I need to preregister?It is encouraged to do so, but you can buy badges and other passes at the door as well. You cannot, however, buy booth space at the door. Please note that tickets are limited to certain events such as the Imperial Ball and the Cocktail with the Stars. I want to go to the Imperial Ball, is that included with my badge?Due to space limitations you must register for the Imperial Ball separately unless you have either a Gold or Platinum pass. It is $10 at the door to get in otherwise. You must be 18 to attend.* What about Cocktails with the Stars?You must also register for that event separately, but if you have a Platinum membership it is included. It is $40 to attend and space is very limited. You must be 21 to attend. What does the Three-Day, One-Day, or Teen Pass include?Access to the Dealer's Hall, gaming areas, film festival, and panels. What does the Gamer's Pass include?Three days admission to the Dealer's Hall and gaming areas only. I want to bring my child, do I need a badge for them?If they are 12 or under, no, they do not need a badge and get in for free to all the events save those restricted by age. They even get free face paint! My child is older than 12, what about then?If they are between 13 and 17 they qualify for a teen badge, which is only $15. My child is older than 17...
Tell them to buy their own badge, the lazy bum.I'm only in town for a short while and just want to come to the Friday activities or the Imperial Ball, can I do that?You sure can! Friday activities are PRICE at the door for non-members and free to members. The Imperial Ball is $10 at the door for non-members.
* I think this may be something you could change up a bit. $10 for people without badges, $8 for a gamers/day pass, $6 for people with full weekend badges?
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Post by Sparrow of WPA on Aug 17, 2011 16:40:19 GMT -5
How do I get a table?Look here for more information. How much does it cost to get a table?It is $75 for each island table you register for. The wall tables are $90 each. What comes with the table?Two dealer badges, a table with a hotel-provided tablecloth, and access to the Dealer's Hall, panels, movie festival, gaming areas, and entry into the Friday night activities. If I register more than one table do I then get more badges?If you register for 1-4 tables you get 2 badges, 5-8 you get 3, and for 9+ you get 4. Extra dealer badges are available for $25 each if you need more people. What information do I need to provide to register my table?Your booth name, your real first and last name, address, phone number, email, what kind of products you will be selling, how many sales staff you have, and if you have any rooms booked at the Hyatt. If you have booked a room at the Hyatt you can provide the confirmation code and receive a free dinner and 1/4 page ad space! When is set up?9 am until 12 noon on Friday. The show starts directly after setup. When is tear down?At 2 pm on Sunday. We ask that you plan your trip accordingly and do not tear down earlier in order to prevent potential hazards in a crowded dealers room. What can I sell at Cyphan?You can sell collectible toys, original art, comics, movies, music, posters and photos, costuming supplies, props, memorabilia and more! Can I advertise in the convention book?Yes! We offer 1/4 page ads for $150, 1/2 page ads for $200, and full page ads for $370. If you stay in the Hyatt and provide us with your hotel confirmation code you will get a 1/4 page ad for free and can upgrade it to other sizes for the difference. What are the rules for the ads?They must be submitted as a high resolution 300 dpi jpeg or pdf file to EMAIL.
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Post by River on Aug 18, 2011 4:55:48 GMT -5
Was the ball $10 to non-members?
My question is then who is considered a member? Is a member someone who paid for a day/weekend pass and does membership extend to dealers/vendors?
I think just the definition of 'member' needs to be clarified.
Thanks,
-River
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Post by Sparrow of WPA on Aug 18, 2011 6:59:22 GMT -5
It was $10 to non-members, yes. I think membership should include dealers/vendors, but that's debatable, I'd still pay the extra to go to the ball.
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Post by Michael Bollow on Aug 18, 2011 7:41:42 GMT -5
I <3 Sparrow for doing this!!!!!
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Post by kearstin on Aug 18, 2011 9:39:05 GMT -5
Yeah I vote only $10 charge to the ball for those who don't have a badge/membership.
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Post by Sparrow of WPA on Aug 18, 2011 14:54:17 GMT -5
You're welcome! X3 Just check back every so often for the unanswered questions in the top post, those will need attention.
I agree on the $10 charge, even making the charge cheaper for having a badge already would make for a better incentive.
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Post by River on Aug 19, 2011 5:42:18 GMT -5
While i don't mind the $10.00 (even as a dealer) I like the incentive that it would be a lesser charge for dealers/members. Now correct me here. If the fee was waived for people who bought their tix/memberships I beleive i heard (even read on here) that some people were still charged the $10? All i'm saying if that is the case, has that been clearly on the website? if it was, then oh well, you're SOL. Albeit i've repeated myself over and over again to people and they still ask me questions that i've already given the answer to  But the $10 charge isn't a huge deal, like i've stated in another thread, i'e seen places charge MUCH more! -River |
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Post by kearstin on Aug 19, 2011 8:11:17 GMT -5
I just think the dance should be free to those with a WEEKEND membership. Incentive to purchase the weekend, and a bonus to those who get it.
Wizard doesn't charge for their dances, so there's comparison.
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Post by Sparrow of WPA on Aug 19, 2011 8:31:46 GMT -5
Nor does GenCon or ACen, and to help manage the numbers coming in they just have someone with a number counter stand by the door and not let people in once they had reached capacity.
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Post by River on Aug 19, 2011 8:54:40 GMT -5
Ok i had no idea that WW, GC, or ACen didn't charge for their dances, i'm assuming for 'weekend memberships'. Then that leaves dealers/exhibitors? I agree that for "Weekend Memberships' should get into the dance for free, more money for them to spend at the bar!  Thanks for the comparison. Now it makes sense, at least as a consideration for Cyphan III. -River |
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Post by kearstin on Sept 27, 2011 9:14:48 GMT -5
Or, they can do like how monthly train passes are if you get a bus pass attached to it, if somebody is coming to the con for ONE day, but wants to come to the dance? Maybe Saturday can have three separate ticket prices:
Saturday day only: $blah
Saturday + dance preorder: $blah1
Saturday + dance day of con: $blah2
And preorders can get a sweet nerdy sticker on their badge lol
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Post by Sparrow of WPA on Sept 27, 2011 14:44:50 GMT -5
I like it!
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