All Volunteers must adhere to ALL convention policies, including our Zero Tolerance Harassment Policy.
Normal attire is required during your shift. Closet cosplays may be acceptable for some positions, feel free to ask. It should be noted that Guest Relations does not allow cosplay of any kind while on shift.
CONDUCT POLICY:
In order for The Nostalgia Con to run as smoothly and safely as possible we encourage you to read our rules and understand what is expected. In addition to these general conduct policies, we also have rules and guidelines for cosplay, press, exhibitors, and others. Violations of these rules and responsibilities can result in loss of privileges, up to and including ejection without refund, legal action, or involvement of the authorities.
1. A valid badge must be purchased and worn openly at all times. Persons who do not have a badge displayed on the convention floor will be asked to leave. Any person without a valid badge will not be permitted entry into events or vendor spaces.
2. If it is illegal outside of the convention, it is illegal here. Excessive or underage alcohol use, drug use, harassment, carrying firearms, and many other things are illegal, will result in your loss of the privilege to attend our convention. If you have a safety or security concern, bring it to the convention staff immediately. In emergencies, dial 911.
3. Pets and animals are NOT allowed in the convention space unless they are ADA working animals with proper verification.
4. Please be sure to have shoes on at all times. Barefoot cosplays will be required to wear shoes however can be temporarily removed for photo ops.
5. No nudity or partial nudity will be allowed, we require 50% chest coverage of regardless of gender in addition to public pool dress code requirements.
6. Only authorized merchants registered with The Nostalgia Con and its affiliates with proper State Sales Identification are allowed to vend. Any 3rd party merchandisers outside of these regulations found selling at The Nostalgia Con will be ejected without refund of badge.
6. Disrespecting celebrity guests, voice actors, musicians, producers or staff will result in a possible expulsion from The Nostalgia Con with no refund.
7. Roller skates, bicycles, roller blades, skateboards, electric scooters, segways, wheel shoes or any transportation devices will be prohibited. This is at the discretion of the staff, security or other authorized personnel on hand.
8. No sleeping is permitted in any convention spaces including lobbies, hallways, vendor spaces, and gaming.
9. During autograph sessions, panels and events please follow the line directions of all volunteers.
10. When taking pictures please be aware of your surroundings and be respectful of others. Be sure to leave plenty of room in the isles for people to pass around you and do business with vendors. We will also have plenty of room in our entrance area to take photos.
11. Treat all guests, vendors, attendees, volunteers, staff and anyone you encounter at The Nostalgia Con with respect. If you have any concerns in terms of harassment or safety issues. Please find our staff immediately.
12. Do not move or tamper with convention center property or equipment including lobby chairs, signs, tables, stage equipment, etc. If you require assistance with convention property, ask a convention staff member.
13. Do not bring hand-out signs, posters, banners, or anything else to place on walls, doors, windows, or floors in the convention space.
14. Locals, tourists, and others not involved in the convention will naturally be curious about the convention and its attendees. Treat these individuals with courtesy and respect.
15. By attending the convention you understand that convention staff may take video footage and photographs throughout the convention which may be used in highlights, marketing endeavors, or other media. You consent to be filmed or photographed by staff, approved industry, or media during the entire convention without compensation to you. Your attendance constitutes a grant of rights to the convention to reproduce, display, distribute, perform, creative derivative works of, or otherwise use any video or pictures that it obtains and in any manner throughout the world in perpetuity, including online, for broadcast, or other transmissions.
16. Photography and video recording of any kind are strictly prohibited during any screening.
17. If you are being harassed or see someone else is being harassed, or have any other concerns, please contact a member of The Nostalgia Con staff immediately. We have a Zero Tolerance policy and will remove anyone proven to have committed any of the actions we deem harassment under this conduct policy.
Anyone on staff, security or authorized personnel may remove or revoke a badge at their discretion.
WE DO NOT tolerate harassment regardless of religion, gender, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, physical appearance, body size, race, age, nationality or ethnicity. In most circumstances, those involved in such behavior will be expelled from the convention with no refund. Harassment includes, but is not limited to: verbal comments that reinforce social structures of domination (related to gender, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, disability, appearance, body size, race, age, religion); overt adult images in public spaces; deliberate intimidation; stalking; following; harassing photography or recording; sustained disruption of panels or other events; inappropriate physical contact; and unwelcome sexual attention. If you are asked to stop any harassing behavior or exit the convention for such behavior you must comply immediately.
PROP AND WEAPON POLICY:
1. Firearms are strictly prohibited.
2. No sharp points or sharp blades on weapons/props. (Swords, Knives, Axes, etc)Live-Steel weapons such as Swords, Knives, Axes are not allowed. All Prop Weapons will need to be approved by weapons check. Approved weapons will be marked with a zip tie.
3. Prop guns should not look realistic, please mark and seal the tips with orange tape or paint.
4. Be considerate of other attendees and visitors. We don’t want anyone accidentally hurt. Do no swing weapons and props around and if you are carrying a large prop please be aware of your surroundings to avoid hitting people or equipment.
5. If it is illegal outside the hotel, it is illegal inside the hotel.
6. Prop guns should not look realistic, please mark and seal the tips with orange tape or paint.
7. Items Purchased on site: Attendees who purchase imitation or replica weapon such as metal movie swords or knives from the Vendors/Exhibitors Hall must not remove items from their original packaging until they have been secured away from the convention grounds
