GDC 2010 Career Sponsorships
GDC 2011
February 28 - March 4, 2011
Moscone Convention Center
San Francisco, CA
The largest and most prestigious career expo in the game industry provides publishers and studios the opportunity to meet, interact and recruit the industry's top developers on the show floor. The Career Pavilion features an Interactive Lounge, Networking Bar and attendee competitions for programmers and artists. Reserve your spot now and promote your company to the top talent in the industry, collect qualified resumes, and make quality hires.
Career Sponsorships
| Career Pavilion Exhibits | Marketing/Promotion |
| Sponsorships | Game Career Seminar |
Career Pavilion Exhibits
10'x10' Career Pavilion Booth Package
10'x10' Career Pavilion Booth Sponsor - $5,600
10'x10' Career Pavilion Booth Package includes:
- Passes:
- 10 Expo Passes
- 10 Staff Badges
- 25% Discount on 5 Conference Passes
- 10'x10' Exhibit Space:
- 2 Chairs
- Draped Table
- Carpet
- Gem Walls (Black)
- Sign with Company Name
- 5 AMP Electricity
10'x20' Career Pavilion Booth Package
10'x20' Career Pavilion Booth Sponsor - $11,200
10'x20' Career Pavilion Booth Package includes:
- Passes:
- 35 Expo Passes
- 20 Staff Badges
- 25% Discount on 10 Conference Passes
- 5 Single Session Passes
- 10'x20' Exhibit Space:
- 2 Chairs
- Draped Table
- Carpet
- Gem Walls (Black)
- Sign with Company Name
- 5 AMP Electricity
- Select 1 or 2 10'x10' Built-in Meeting Rooms:
- 4 Chairs
- Round Table
- Carpet
- Waste Basket
- Gem Walls (Black)
- Select 1 or 2 10'x10' Built-in Meeting Rooms:
- 4 Chairs
- Round Table
- Carpet
- Waste Basket
- Gem Walls (Black)
20'x20' Career Pavilion Booth Package
20'x20' Career Pavilion Booth Sponsor - $22,400
Booth Options*:
*There are only four options available.
NO additions or changes can occur to these three options.
If changes are needed, exhibitor must contact GES E&D to design
their custom booth and incur all costs of the booth build-out.
20'x20' Career Pavilion Booth Package includes:
- Passes:
- 35 Expo Passes
- 40 Staff Badges
- 25% Discount on 10 Conference Passes
- 5 Single Session Passes
- 20'x20' Exhibit Space:
- 2 Chairs
- Draped Table
- Carpet
- Gem Walls (Black)
- Sign with Company Name
- 10 AMP Electricity
- Select 1 or 2 10'x10' Built-in Meeting Rooms:
- 4 Chairs
- Round Table
- Carpet
- Waste Basket
- Gem Walls (Black)
20'x30' Career Pavilion Booth Package - $33,600
Wall panels are 38 3/16" x 86 1/4"
Custom graphics can be ordered through GES.
*No changes to designs allowed*
20'x30' Career Pavilion Booth Package includes:
- Passes:
- 35 Expo Passes
- 60 Staff Badges
- 25% Discount on 15 ConferencePasses
- 5 Single Session Passes
- 20'x30' Exhibit Space:
- 2 Chairs
- 6' Draped Table
- Carpet
- Gem Walls (Black)
- 2M x 12"h Black and White ID sign with Company Name
- Custom header can be ordered through GES.
- 20 AMP Electricity
- 10'x10' Built-in Meeting Room:
- 4 Chairs
- Round Table
- Carpet
- Waste Basket
- Gem Walls (Black)
20'x40' Career Pavilion Booth Package - $44,800
Wall panels are 38 3/16" x 86 1/4"
Custom graphics can be ordered through GES.
*No changes to designs allowed*
20'x40' Career Pavilion Booth Package includes:
- Passes:
- 35 Expo Passes
- 80 Staff Badges
- 25% Discount on 15 Conference Passes
- 5 Single Session Passes
- 20'x40' Exhibit Space:
- 2 Chairs
- 6' Draped Table
- Carpet
- Gem Walls (Black)
- 2M x 12"h Black and White ID sign with Company Name
- Custom header can be ordered through GES.
- 20 AMP Electricity
- 10'x10' Built-in Meeting Room:
- 4 Chairs
- Round Table
- Carpet
- Waste Basket
- Gem Walls (Black)
Sponsorships
Career Pavilion Happy Hour with Pass Giveaway (2 available) - $20,000
The Career Pavilion Happy Hour is simply the place to be at the GDC for networking. And this year attendees will have a chance to win 3 All Access Passes to the GDC Event of their choice – and they have you to thank!
Location: Career Pavilion Booth
Happy Hours: Thursday (SOLD) -or- Friday (Available)
Pre-Event Exposure:
- Logo and link on Event Description and Parties and Networking page of GDC website
- Company logo/link mention in one GDC Newsletter Update highlighting events at GDC
- Logo on Sponsors Page
On-Site Exposure:
- Logo on events page of the GDC Conference Program if received no later than February 2, 2010
- Logo recognition on all Career Pavilion Happy Hour signage. Signage in Moscone Center to be produced by show management if logo received no later than TBD
- Includes set allotment for food and beverage. GDC Show management will place the order for food and beverage based on 450ppl in consultation with the sponsor. If the sponsor wishes to add to the initial order onsite they are able to do so at own cost.
- GDC Pass Giveaway Raffle during Expo Happy Hour. 3 Conference Passes awarded - winners given the choice to attend any GDC Event
- Raffle tickets and microphone provided
- Text listing on CAAG and pocket CAAG
Art Wars (Career Pavilion) - $18,375
Recruit top artists with a live drawing competition in the Career Pavilion. Art Wars is an attendee favorite and gathers crowds of artists ready to go head to head against each other.
Competition Format:
- The competition is located in the Career Pavilion, and runs Thurs, March 11th – Sat, March 13th. Open during expo hours.
- The Sponsor has creative control over the format of the competition. Suggestion: Each day set specific competition times when attendees can compete. Select "themes" for each live drawing competition where artists draw head to head with a time limit.
- Registration is handled by sponsor. GDC recommends onsite registration at Art Wars booth
- Top artists per competition are awarded prizes from sponsor. Overall winner each day receives a GDC conference pass to future event. See below for details
Pre-Event Exposure:
- Logo, link and description on Events page of GDC website
- Logo, link on Sponsors page of GDC website
- Additional promotion on GDC Job Board via Gamasutra.com
- Logo, link and description on Career Pavilion page of GDC website: distributed to over 60,000 developers
- Mention in one GDC event e-mail update highlighting events at GDC
- 160x600 online banner on GDC Website
On-Site Exposure:
- Logo near event description on Career page of the GDC Program if provided no later than February 2, 2010
- 20'x20' space in Career Pavilion West Hall expo floor, during Expo Hours. Backdrop will be pipe and drape, sponsor can upgrade at own expense.
- (1) 4'x8' double-sided banner within space (Show management to produce 4x8 double-sided hanging banner. Logo needs to be submitted by TBD)
- (1) 22"x28" sign in expo booth indicating hours of event and featuring sponsor logo. Show Management to produce. Logo due by TBD
- (4) 2'x2'Sponsored Floor Graphics, with carpet (show management will produce graphics. Artwork due by TBD
- 22x28 Directional Sign located in the Career Pavilion with Sponsor logo if provided by TBD. Show Management to Produce
- 10 flip charts with paper. Pens and paper will be provided by sponsor and the supply should be unlimited.
- 1 totebag insert distributed to GDC attendees (insert must be received at advance warehouse by TBD)
- Text listing on CAAG and pocket CAAG
3D Modeling Competition (Career Pavilion) - $18,375
The 3D Modeling Competition draws on the steep talent pool at the GDC, giving your company the opportunity to look beyond a simple resume and see real-time talent and modeling skills in action.
Competition Format:
- The competition is located on the expo floor, and runs Thurs, March 11th - Sat, March 13th. Open during expo hours
- The Sponsor has creative control over the format of the competition. Suggestion: Each day set specific competition times when attendees can compete. Select "themes" for each 3D Modeling competition where developers model head to head with a time limit.
- Registration is handled by sponsor. GDC recommends onsite registration at 3D Modeling booth
- Top 3D Modelers per "themed" competition are awarded prizes from sponsor. Overall winner each day receives a GDC conference pass to future event. See below for details
Pre-Event Exposure:
- Logo, link and description on Events page of GDC website
- Logo and link on Sponsors page of GDC website
- Additional promotion on GDC Job Board via Gamasutra.com
- Logo, link and description on Career Pavilion page of GDC website
- Mention in one GDC event e-mail update highlighting events at GDC: distributed to over 60,000 developers
- 160x600 online banner on GDC Website
On-Site Exposure:
- Logo near event description in Career section of GDC Program if provided no later than February 2, 2010
- 20'x20' area for 3D Modeling Competition in Expo floor, - During Expo Hours, Thurs.-Sat. Backdrop pipe and drape, sponsor can customize or upgrade at own cost
- Four (4) two-meter counters, laptop computer stations, electrical drops and labor, with hard cable internet access
- Logo on one 4'x8' double-sided hanging sign (show management will produce sign. Logo due by TBD)
- (4) 2'x2' floor graphics, with carpet (show management will produce graphics) Artwork due by TBD
- Logo on each backsplash (show management will produce)
- (1) 22"x28" sign in expo booth indicating hours of event and featuring sponsor logo. Show Management to produce. Logo due by TBD
- 22"x28" Directional sign in Career Pavilion area with sponsor logo
- 1 totebag insert distributed to GDC attendees (insert must be received at advance warehouse by TBD)
- Text listing on CAAG and pocket CAAG
Programmer's Challenge (Career Pavilion) - $18,375
An elite programmer can be the difference between a good game and a GREAT game. Recruit the best programmers in the industry with the Programmers Challenge in the Career Pavilion.
Competition Format:
- The competition is located in the Career Pavilion, and runs Thurs, March 11th – Sat, March 16th. Open during expo hours.
- The Sponsor has creative control over the format of the competition. Suggestion: Each day set specific competition times when attendees can compete. Create a specific programming challenge that attendees need to complete in a timed setting. Have attendees compete against each other per competition and for best overall score of the day.
- Registration is handled by sponsor. GDC recommends onsite registration at Programmers Challenge booth
- Top programmers per competition are awarded prizes from sponsor. Overall winner each day receives a GDC conference pass to future event. See below for details
Pre-Event Exposure:
- Logo, link and description on Events page of GDC website
- Logo, link and description on Career Pavilion page of GDC website
- Mention in one GDC event e-mail update highlighting events at GDC: distributed to over 60,000 developers
- Logo inclusion on Sponsor index homepage
- Additional GDC Job Board Promotion via Gamasutra.com
- 160x600 online banner on the GDC website
On-Site Exposure:
- Logo near event description in Career section of GDC Program if provided no later than February 2, 2010
- 20'x20' area for Art War in Career Pavilion West Hall expo floor, open during expo hours. Background is Pipe and Drape and sponsor can customize or upgrade at own expense.
- Four (4) two-meter counters, electrical drops and labor, with hard cable internet access
- Logo on one 4'x8' double-sided hanging sign (show management will produce sign)
- (4) 2'x2' floor graphics, with carpet (show management will produce graphics)
- Logo on each backsplash (show management will produce)
- (1) 22"x28" sign in expo booth indicating hours of event and featuring sponsor logo. Show Management to produce. Logo due by TBD
- (1) 22"x28"Directional sign in Career Pavilion area with Sponsor logo depending on location
- 1 totebag insert distributed to GDC attendees (insert must be received at advance warehouse by TBD)
- Text listing on CAAG and pocket CAAG
Level Design Competition (Career Pavilion) - $18,375
Level design is key to an engaging and satisfying game experience. Recruit top Level Designers through a competition in the Career Pavilion.
Competition Format:
- The competition is located on the expo floor, and runs Thurs, March 11th - Sat, March 13th. Open during expo hours.
- The Sponsor has creative control over the format of the competition. Suggestion: Each day set specific competition times when attendees can compete. Create "themed" Level Design challenges that attendees must complete over the course of the expo.
- Registration is handled by sponsor. GDC recommends onsite registration at Level Design Competition booth
- Top level designers per "themed" competition are awarded prizes from sponsor. The overall winner per day receives a GDC conference pass to future event. See below for details
Pre-Event Exposure:
- Logo, link and description on Events page of GDC website
- Logo, link on of Sponsors page of GDC website
- Additional promotion on GDC Job Board via Gamasutra.com
- Logo, link and description on Career Pavilion page of GDC website
- Mention in one GDC event e-mail update highlighting events at GDC: distributed to over 60,000 developers
- 160x600 online banner on GDC Website
On-Site Exposure:
- Logo near event description in Career section of GDC Program if provided no later than February 2, 2010
- 20'x20' area for Level Design Competition on expo floor - During Expo hours: Thurs.-Sat.
- Four (4) two-meter counters, laptop computer stations, electrical drops and labor, with hard cable internet access
- Logo on one 4'x8' double-sided hanging sign (show management will produce sign)
- (4) 2'x2' floor graphics, with carpet (show management will produce graphics
- Logo on each backsplash (show management will produce)
- (1) 22"x28" sign in expo booth indicating hours of event and featuring sponsor logo. Show Management to produce. Logo due by TBD.
- (1) 22"x28"Directional sign in Career Pavilion area with Sponsor logo depending on location
- 1 totebag insert distributed to GDC attendees (insert must be received at advance warehouse by TBD)
- Text listing on CAAG and pocket CAAG
Career Interactive Lounge - $17,500 SOLD
Pre-Event Exposure:
- Logo and link on Networking of GDC website
- Logo listing on Career Pavilion Section of GDC website
- Logo inclusion on Sponsor index homepage
- Mention in one GDC event e-mail update highlighting events at GDC
- Additional GDC Job Board promotion via Gamasutra.com
On-Site Exposure:
- Logo near event description in Career section of GDC Conference Program if provided no later than February 2, 2010
- 20'x30' area for Interactive Lounge in Career Pavilion West Hall expo floor, Thursday-Saturday - expo hours
- 12 laptop computers with hard cable internet access
- 2 BOTM leather ottomans to be ordered by show management
- 3 BVTK High bar tables, 9 BBSS barstools to be ordered by show management
- Option to bring own furniture or customize for additional cost. Sponsor will need to order and pay directly to GES
- Logo on one 4x8 double sided hanging sign (show management will produce sign)
- (4) 2'x2' floor graphics plus carpet(show management will produce graphics)
- Logo on each backsplash and 6 counters
- Sponsor job section will be set as homepage on lounge computers
Career Networking Bar - $17,500 SOLD
Pre-Event Exposure:
- Logo and link on Networking of GDC website
- Logo listing on Career Pavilion Section of GDC website
- Logo inclusion on Sponsor index homepage
- Mention in one GDC event e-mail update highlighting events at GDC
- Additional GDC Job Board promotion via Gamasutra.com
On-Site Exposure:
- Logo near event description in Career page of the GDC Conference Program if provided no later than February 2, 2010
- 20x30 space on expo floor, Thursday-Saturday - expo hours
- (1) 4'x8' double-sided banner within space. Show management to produce.
- (1) 22'x28' Look and feel sign in bar with hours. Show Management to produce. Logo due by TBD
- (4) 2'x2' floor graphics (show management will produce graphics. Artwork due by TBD
- Furniture provided includes 3 black leather cube ottomans, 2 leather chairs, 1 glass table, 1bar, 3 high boys tables, 9 Barstools, black carpet, to be ordered by show management
- Option to bring own furniture or customize for additional cost, will need to work directly with GES. No discounts allowed with furniture not used.
- Full well cash bar with staff (a bar minimum of $650 per day must be met or sponsor will be responsible for the difference. Cleaning of bar area needs to be ordered directly through GES)
Game Career Seminar
Game Career Seminar Platinum Sponsorship (2 available) - $10,000
Associate yourself with the most respected and talked about Career Seminar in the game industry. The Game Career Seminar has speakers from top game companies and universities sharing their expertise on topics ranging from continuing education, career development, and advancement.
Pre-Event Exposure:
- Sponsor logo and link on Game Career Seminar page of Gdconf.com
- Event description, sponsor logo and link on Gamecareerseminar.com and Gamecareerguide.com
- 1 Event listing with sponsor logo in a GDC Update e-mail promoting GDC Events
- Logo on Gdconf.com Sponsors Page
- 160x600 ROS banner on Think Services Network of Sites (starts as soon as client sends banner)
On-Site Exposure:
- 1 totebag insert distributed to all conference attendees, speakers, and press at GDC (Sponsor will provide 10,000 inserts with Conference management approval). Inserts need to be at the advance warehouse by TBD
- Sponsor logo on Game Career Seminar listing in Conference Program if received no later than TBD
- Event description and large sponsor logo in March issue of Game Developer Magazine, distributed onsite to attendees if received no later than TBD
- Full page advertisement in show program if provided no later than TBD
- 2 All Access passes to 5-day Game Developers Conference
- 10 GDC Expo passes
Game Career Seminar Gold Sponsorship (2 available) - $7,500
Associate yourself with the most respected and talked about Career Seminar in the game industry. The Game Career Seminar has speakers from top game companies and universities sharing their expertise on topics ranging from continuing education, career development, and advancement.
Pre-Event Exposure:
- Sponsor logo and link on Game Career Seminar page of Gdconf.com
- Event description, sponsor logo and link on Gamecareerseminar.com and Gamecareerguide.com
- 1 Event listing with sponsor logo in a GDC Update e-mail promoting GDC Events
- Logo on Gdconf.com Sponsors Page
On-Site Exposure:
- Sponsor logo on Game Career Seminar listing in Conference Program if received no later than TBD
- Full page advertisement in show program if provided no later than TBD
- Event description and sponsor logo in March issue of Game Developer Magazine, distributed onsite to attendees if received no later than TBD
- 1 All Access passes to 5-day Game Developers Conference
- 5 GDC Expo passes
Career Networking Mixer - $15,000
Associate yourself with the most respected and talked about Career Seminar in the game industry. The Career Networking Mixer gathers together educators, developers, hiring managers, graduates and prospective students.
Date: Saturday, March 13
Location: Moscone
Pre-Event Exposure:
- Event description logo and link on parties and networking page of Gdconf.com
- Event description logo and link on Gamecareerseminar.com and Gamecareerguide.com
- 1 Event listing with sponsor logo in a GDC Update e-mail promoting Networking Events
- Logo on Gdconf.com Sponsors Page
- 160x600 ROS banner on Think Services Network of Sites (starts as soon as client sends banner)
Reception Exposure:
- Tabletop during reception (includes one 6ft draped table, 2 chairs) AV and electrical not included and must be ordered and paid for by sponsor. Operations will provide AV contact.
- Hanging single-sided banner at reception venue hung by pipe and drape (size no larger than 8'w × 5'h provided by sponsor. Must arrive at advance warehouse by March 3, 2010
- Handouts can be placed on table at reception. Sponsor to provide handouts. Must arrive at advance warehouse by March 3, 2010
- Event listing and sponsor logo in event section of GDC Conference Program if received no later than February 2, 2010
- Event description and sponsor logo in March issue of Game Developer Magazine, distributed onsite to attendees if received no later than TBD
- Logo to appear on two 22"x28" thank you signs provided by Show management to be set up during reception if logo provided no later than TBD
- 2 All Access Passes to 5-day Game Developers Conference
- Includes set allotment of $8,500 towards food and beverage. GDC Show management will place the order for food and beverage based on 200ppl in consultation with the sponsor. If the sponsor wishes to add to the initial order onsite they are able to do so at own cost.
- Text listing on CAAG and pocket CAAG
For more information, contact your GDC 2010 Sales Representative.
Sales Contacts
- Aaron Murawski
Global Sales Director
Tel: 805.523.7841
Fax: 805.523.8672
amurawski@think-services.com
- John M. Watson
Global Strategic Account Manager
Tel: 415.947.6224
Fax: 415.947.6090
jmwatson@think-services.com
- Maya Newhagen
Global Account Manager
West Coast, Western Canada & Asia
Tel: 415.947.6227
Fax: 415.947.6830
mnewhagen@think-services.com
- Debbie Beam
Global Account Manager
East Coast, Europe & Eastern Canada
Tel: 785.424.3592
Fax: 516.467.8823
dbeam@think-services.com
- Gina Gross
Global Recruitment Account Manager
Tel: 415.947.6241
Fax: 415.947.6090
ggross@think-services.com
- Rafael Vallin
Global Education Sales Rep
Tel: 415.947.6223
Fax: 415.947.6090
rvallin@think-services.com
- Jacey Correia
Global Inside Sales Rep
Tel: 415.947.6256
Fax: 415.947.6661
jcorreia@think-services.com
- Andy Simms
Game Sales Specialist
Tel: 415-947-6365
Fax: 415-947-6090
asimms@think-services.com
- Carsten Kohlenbeck
Eastern Europe Account Manager
P: +49 (0)30 346 22 644
F: +49 (0)30 346 22 622
C: +49 (0)163 164 76 76
Skype: kohlenbeck
ckohlenbeck@think-services.com
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