AnimeDallas 2027 - Panelist Application
About the event
About the application
AnimeDallas thrives because of the passion, creativity, and dedication of our attendees. Year after year, the panels, performances, and events that make our convention memorable come not just from our convention guests, but from fans like you -- the very community that helps us bring anime to life.
By submitting your programming, you’re helping shape the experience that thousands of fellow fans will enjoy. Thank you for contributing your ideas, energy, and expertise to make AnimeDallas 2027 an event built by fans, for fans!
If you wish to submit multiple programs, you must complete this application form separately for each submission.
Terms & Conditions
Eligibility, Check-In & Attendance
Panelists must be at least 18 years old by the event date. Panelists ages 16-17 may present only if accompanied by a parent or legal guardian, who must be present at check-in and during the panel.
All panelists are required to check in at Registration / Help Desk using their name and panel title as listed on their approved application. Prior to receiving a Panelist badge or being permitted to host their panel, panelists must have reviewed these Panelist Policies.
Up to three (3) approved panelists per panel may receive complimentary Panelist badges, which are non-transferable and non-refundable. Each individual is eligible to receive only one complimentary badge, regardless of the number of panels they are approved to host. All panelists receiving badges must be listed on the original Panelist Application submission or on an amended list maintained by Anime Dallas staff.
Panelists must arrive at each panel room at least 10 minutes before start time. Panels may be canceled if the presenter:
- Fails to arrive within 15 minutes of the scheduled start time, or
- Arrives after 1/4 of the panel duration has passed for panels longer than 1 hour
Other than convention staff and volunteers, only approved panelists are permitted in panel rooms prior to start time.
Content Standards
Panel content must match the rating and description submitted in the approved application. Mature content (18+ programming) requires pre-approval. Approved panels with mature content are denoted in the official program schedule by “[18+]” at the beginning of the panel title. For the purposes of Anime Dallas programming, “mature content” refers to subject matter intended for adult audiences, including but not limited to: graphic or explicit depictions or discussion of violence, sexual activity, abuse, or self-harm.
Copyright & Intellectual Property
Panelists are responsible for ensuring that all materials used in their presentation are either owned by them, used with permission, or permissible under applicable Fair Use guidelines or a valid Creative Commons or similar license. Panelists assume full responsibility for complying with all applicable copyright and intellectual property laws and policies regarding the content of their panel.
Equipment Responsibility
Panelists agree to treat all convention-provided equipment and furnishings responsibly.
Panelists may not remove furniture or equipment from the room or adjust room layouts without prior approval from Anime Dallas staff.
Convention-provided equipment includes:
- 2 wireless microphones
- 1 projector
- 1 drop-down screen
- 1 HDMI cable
- 1 3.5mm aux cable
- 1 mixing board
- 2 PA speakers
Liability & Enforcement
Anime Dallas, its staff, volunteers, venue, and affiliates are not responsible for personal loss, theft, damage, or injury occurring before, during, or after participation in any panels or related activities. Panelists are responsible for the security and safekeeping of their personal belongings, presentation materials, and any convention-provided equipment assigned to them during their panels.
Panelists are financially responsible for any damage, loss, or misuse of convention-provided equipment or property that occurs under their care or supervision.
Failure to comply with Anime Dallas policies, including panelist conduct standards and equipment rules, may result in disciplinary action, including but not limited to:
- Immediate cancellation of the panel
- Removal from the event
- Ineligibility to submit or participate in panels at future conventions
- Requirement to reimburse Anime Dallas for any damages, losses, or associated costs
By submitting your application, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to comply with the Anime Dallas Panelist Presentation & Equipment Policies, including eligibility, content standards, equipment responsibility, and liability provisions, for all panels you are hosting or participating in at Anime Dallas.
Questions on the application
User information
- First name
- Last name
- Gender
- Birthday
- Address
Additional information
- Will you be at least 16 years old prior to the start of the event?
- Please List the Name of the Parent or Legal Guardian who will be accompanying you
- Preferred Name
- Alias / Nickname
- Phone Number
- Will you be at least 18 years or older prior to the start of the event?
- Title of your Panel, Performance or Presentation
- Second Panelist: Preferred Name
- Second Panelist: Alias/Nickname
- Second Panelist: Email Address
- Second Panelist: Phone Number
- Third Panelist: Preferred Name
- Third Panelist: Alias/Nickname
- Third Panelist: Email Address
- Third Panelist: Phone Number
- Panel Description
- Additional Descriptive Information
- Which of the following formats best describes your Panel?
- Which of the following categories best describes the topic/content of your panel?
- What is the recommended Age Range for your panel?
- Will there be a Second (2nd) panelist presenting alongside you?
- Will there be a Third (3rd) panelist presenting alongside you?
- Which of the following Room Layouts is best for your Panel?
- Other: Please describe any room layout or requirements that would work best for your panel.
- Does your Panel have any additional Tech requirements, besides our Standard Set-up? (Read Details Below)
- Please explain any additional Tech Needs your panel may require.
- Panel Length: How much time is needed to run your Panel?
- Set Up Time: Will you need more than the standard 15 minutes to prepare for your panel?
- For Scheduling: Which Days & Times are most preferable?
- Expected Attendance / Popularity
- Have you presented a panel with Anime Dallas previously?
- What Panel(s), and What Years?
- If you have presented at any other convention previously, what Panel(s), Which Convention(s), and what Year(s)?
- Do you have any feedback, comments, or suggestions about this application or Anime Dallas programming?
- If there is a last minute panel opening, would you want this panel considered for inclusion?
