FAQ Category: Programming & Panelist FAQ
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Q: Will I receive a free badge for running a panel?
A: Anime Detour offers discounted badges for the next convention cycle to volunteers who run panels in the current year. The first three panelists for any panel that runs in the current year will receive half off their registration fee the next year. Panelists who run two or more panels this year will receive a…
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Q: Can I borrow an adaptor to connect my device to the projector for my panel?
A: Anime Detour cannot provide adapters for your device. If you require an adapter to connect via HDMI, please obtain it prior to the convention.
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Q: I can’t remember if I included something on my panel submission form.
A: If you need to make a correction or have other info that you need verified, please contact the Programming Department to ask.
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Q: How can I add a new panelist to the panel I already requested?
A: Please contact the Programming Department directly.
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Q: Is my panel likely to be cancelled?
A: No. We make every effort to include all panel submissions from our attendees and rarely make cuts. If your panel is at any risk of being cut, Programming staff will be in touch with you.
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Q: When will I know what time my panel is scheduled?
A: You will be sent an email notification as soon as the schedule is finalized. This typically occurs 3-4 weeks prior to the convention.
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Q: Can I borrow a laptop for my panel?
A: Anime Detour cannot provide laptops for panelists.
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Q: Can I use multimedia in my panel?
A: You bet! If you have a laptop of your own and would like to use a projector and speakers to show a PowerPoint presentation, videos, or other multimedia, all non-specialty panel rooms will be equipped with appropriate technology. Each room will also have white boards and markers if you prefer. If you’d like to…
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Q: Can I run a panel only for ages 18+?
A: Yes! However, most Anime Detour panels are expected to be family-friendly or PG-13 at most. If the panel you are proposing is specifically about adult material, let us know in your panel submission. The Programming department will have the ultimate say in assigning an 18+ rating, and we typically have a very limited number…
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Q: Can my panel be longer than an hour?
Q: No. To ensure that everyone who wants to run a panel is able to, panels should be kept to a one hour time limit.