Exhibitor and Vendor Application

Welcome to the Newark Zine Fest application portal 🎉

Calling all artists, activists, archivists, anarchists, admirers, abolishionists, and advocates! 

Apply by Sunday, November 10, 11:59pm EST, to be a part of Newark Zine Fest, coming to The Newark Museum of Art on December 7, 2024. 

Sell, exhibit, and trade your zines with over 70 other zine-makers in this day-long celebration!

APPLICATION DEADLINE IS NOV 10 AT MIDNIGHT! 

What is Newark Zine Fest?

Newark Zine Fest is a day-long celebration of zine culture and community, and a space for great vibes and radical belonging! We will feature 50-70 zine-makers, as well as workshops, panels, zine-making, DJ spins and activations all day! 🎶

What is a zine?

A zine (pronounced zeen) is most commonly a handmade publication that's often produced in small circulations, printed and bound using various methods and sizes, and based on every topic imaginable. Zines have historically been a platform for marginalized and underrepresented people to engage, express ideas, document experiences and explore alternative DIY methods of making, sharing and community building. Zines continue to provide a space of inclusion and belonging – to question, record and distribute alternative perspectives and approaches to topics that are often missing in mainstream media.

Application Information. 

Feel free to preview the application and apply when you feel ready. We strive to keep the application process as easy as possible. You will be asked to provide your contact information, images of your zine(s),  

While we aim to accommodate as many applicants as possible, space is tight with a limited number of tables. Each 30" x 72" table will accommodate 1-2 zine-makers per table, with (1) chair per zine-maker.

Notification Timeline.

We will notify all applicants VIA EVENTENY whether or not you've been accepted, no later than Nov 13, 2024. If you were not selected, you may be placed on our waitlist, and you will be notified at the end of November.

Communications.

We're a small team and appreciate your help to streamline communications and planning as much as possible. Therefore, ALL communications will be managed through this platform, so please make sure to add eventeny.com and densemagazine.org to your inbox contacts. If you haven't received any communications after you submitted, please check your spam first then email us at hello@densemagazine.org and we'll look into things on our end.

Day-of Timeline.

• Setup: 9AM–10AM
• Event Hours: 10AM–4PM
• Takedown: 4PM–4:30PM

On-site Support.

Our all-volunteer staff are here to help with unloading/loading, escorting you to your table and offering 5-minute breaks throughout the day. Here are some things that our volunteers won't do: process payments, cover your table longer than 5 minutes, leave the premises, make calls or run errands on your behalf. If you need support beyond our capacity, please consider bringing a buddy!  

On-site Food/Beverage. 

PJ's Coffee serves a variety of food and beverage options. If you decide to bring your own food or beverage, you may eat at your own table or outside. Cafe tables are reserved for those who have purchased from the cafe. We're looking into adding our own cafe tables, but TBD.

We can't wait to uplift the works of folks like you and celebrate the diverse world of zines in Newark. Good luck with your application! 📚

1. Eligibility 🌟Open to all zine makers, 14 years and older.

2. Application Process ðŸ“Submission doesn’t guarantee a spot. Notifications by Nov 13, 2024.

3. Table Assignments ðŸ“Up to two (2) exhibitors per 6-ft table (30" x 36" of space per exhibitor).

4. Setup and Takedown â°Setup: 9AM–10AM | Takedown: 4PM–4:30PM

5. Food & Drink ðŸ½ï¸Food and drinks will be available for purchase at the museum.

6. Liability âš ï¸Organizers and venue are NOT liable for any loss or damage to your works.

7. Code of Conduct ðŸ¤Be respectful! Harassment of any kind is not tolerated.

8. Harassment-Free Event 🚫A safe and welcoming space for everyone. Zero tolerance for harassment!

9. Accessibility ♿The Newark Museum of Art is fully ADA-compliant and wheelchair accessible. Service animals welcome with .

10. COVID Policy 😷Masks encouraged indoors; COVID testing prior to attending is highly recommended.

11. Communication 📧Check your inbox and spam folders before contacting us about your status. Email us at hello@densemagazine.org with questions.

12. Cancellation Policy âŒNotify organizers no later than Nov 27 if you need to cancel.

13. Media Release 📸Participation means permission to use your likeness in promotional materials.

14. Agreement ✔ï¸By submitting this application, you agree to these terms and conditions.