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* Gates open earlier on Friday for access to the ESL Challenger stage. Rest of the show opens from 11AM.
Artist Alley is located in the Concourse.
ESL Challenger is located in MCA (Margaret Court Arena)
ESL Challenger is located in MCA (Margaret Court Arena)
Join our incredible cosplay guests for a spirited Q&A. Each guest will kick off the session by explaining how they "do" cosplay as part of their day to day job, before opening the floor to your questions.
The Ultimate Guide to Building Creator Communities - Twitch MeetUp Community Managers, from across the country, walk you through; building and nurturing a content-focused community. Find out what it's like to work with online creators and personalities. Learn how to manage relationships with brands, venues and charities. All while balancing your own content and personal life.
Are you intrigued by the idea of becoming a VTuber but not sure where to start? Join us as we unravel the secrets of VTubing technology and guide you through the exhilarating journey of creating your own digital persona.
Have you ever wanted to edit videos as a job? But don't know how? Or just wanna waste an hour at a panel? Then join Snugboy (aka Max Harris) tell his story about how he went from editing in his childhood bedroom for fun to doing it as his full time job. Full of tips and tricks to break into the business, advice from various talented video editors from across the globe, and maybe even a funny joke or two.
"Build Loyal Communities & Create Content from MMORPGs (ft. Final Fantasy XIV Online)"
Final Fantasy XIV Online (MMORPG) Content Creators unite to provide motivational advice to MMORPG creators on how to maximize their content, cultivate a devoted fan base, and maintain interest in their content!
Whether you’re a content creator, a gamer or just a casual internet user, we’ve all encountered an online troll before. While some may be funny, others can be hurtful. Join us while we discuss our experiences, both the good and the bad, with online trolls and the techniques we’ve discovered during our careers that helps us overcome them.
Cosplay Photography Basics
Meet three of Australia's most experienced cosplay photographers as they take you through a step by step guide of how to run a cosplay photo shoot. Including how to work with cosplayers, how to light your subject, and how to get that epic aesthetic that looks just right for your character.
Redscarf - Working with cosplayers (do's & donts)
Jarrod Burns - working with light
Castleforge - Aesthetic, colour, and epicness
An interactive discussion around esports and content creation and how they can inspire, and benefit, one another.
Warhammer: Artists & Gamers. Join BFG_Justin and Friends to discuss all things Warhammer, find out how to get started and all the different ways to enjoy this TableTop Favourite.
Since the rise of digital spaces people now have the opportunity to connect, create and express themselves. But does this provide the space for diversity in these spaces? Join HaiAlexx (He/They) and his pals TRASH (She/He/They), Elysa (She/Her) and Noir (He/They), as they speak openly and unfiltered about their journey into content creation as Queer Asian creators. You’ll hear them talk about the ups and downs of being online, representing themselves and their insight and advice on what they’ve learnt so far and how they continue to push through and defy the norms online.
Are you a content creator and Just about to become a parent? Or are you a parent who wants to become a content creator? Or are you a content creation parent who has been navigating the challenges of juggling life and content?
There is a lot to think about when it comes to balancing content creation and parenthood, It can be tough, challenging and it may even seem impossible. Well, fear not, content Creation as a parent IS possible, and we are here to share with you how we manage to be the best parents we can be, while also tickling that creative itch.
Prepare for an unforgettable journey with Let's Roll For Dragons! Join us as we don elaborate cosplay and embody key characters for a magical Baldur's Gate D&D adventure. In this live show, you the audience collectively assumes the role of Tav, allowing you to influence the narrative. With beloved characters like Karlach (@teatherxrie), Shadowheart (@grizzlyghoul.cos), Astarion (@DragonAsh.cos), Gale (@classypollux), and Halsin (@neliodoesdnd) by your side, the fate of the story rests in your hands.
Get ready for a wild ride filled with twists and turns, where key decisions made by the audience have the power to influence the outcome of the story in unexpected ways.
Will you aid our heroes in their quest, or will you as the audience turn down a darker path? Both the story and the dice rolls are in the hands of fate, and it's up to you to determine the destiny of Baldur's Gate.
Listen to the experiences of First Nations content creators, game developers and events organisers from the gaming and pop-culture communities, as they talk about the importance and need for safe-spaces, and how they are working towards creating space for First Nations peoples.
The panel will be an exploration into the non-tech side of content creation.
We'll be covering off topics like:
- Longform vs shortform
- Streaming advice
- Challenges moving platforms
- Entertainment and filling dead space
- How to come into the industry even if you think you're "unintresting"
The panel will utilise many creators across as many platforms as possible (Mainly Twitch, Youtube and Tiktok) and across all levels or earners on the platforms.
This panel is Content Creator focussed, targeting both new and current creators and how they can grow their audiences both in Australia and at a global level.
Panel title: Psychological factors in developing a team
Description: How do we choose a new player for our team when we are LF1 and we don't want d*ckheads applying? What do we need to look for? Once we are no longer LF1, how should we practice so we get good as quickly as possible?
Come along to this talk and let's find our how the pros do it!
*the audience is invited to participate
Whether you're new to cosplaying, considering starting the hobby, or a long-time aficionado, this panel is for you! As an experienced cosplayer with 20+ years of experience, GiorgiaCostumes will be discussing the various methods of maintaining a healthy relationship with the hobby, promoting positivity within the community and others, as well as various tips, tricks, and social etiquettes.
How much of your life is lived in front of a screen? online? or simply connected and contactable 24/7?
Lets explore and learn how to assess how much digital is too much? How to disconnect, how to help others, how to manage, and most of all... how to improve your mental health, and that of those around you.
Hear stories, data, tips and insights from host Ben Sorensen, and CEO of SMART Recovery April Long and other special guests as we have a REAL conversation.
Join our two teams of Creators face of in the ultimate test of gaming trivia knowledge! Will the PandaTv crew prove themselves the real gamers or will GalaxyAus & Co. show us how to be a Big-Brain gamer?! Hosted by ZombiesLvBacon and GameTrain The Dreamhack Creator Trivia Bash will test these creators on their gaming trivia knowledge. Come cheer on your favorite team with chances for YOU the audience to win as well.
HEY OVERWATCH PLAYERS!
Ever had a controversial take? Ever wanted to stand on business? Well now's your chance, Come join Gem, Ricey, pie, Pog and Liger at Dreamhack as we discuss electrifying topics on the minds of many Overwatch 2 player, and give your take too!
Welcome to “The Cosplay Breakdown Show!” Hosted by owldamone, cosplayers emmycosplays, classypollux, and teatherxrie will go head to head as they use their expertise to break down complex costume designs into components that they can bring to life. What complicated designs will they have thrown at them? And who will reign victorious?
The Ultimate Guide to Building Creator Communities - Twitch MeetUp Community Managers, from across the country, walk you through; building and nurturing a content-focused community. Find out what it's like to work with online creators and personalities. Learn how to manage relationships with brands, venues and charities. All while balancing your own content and personal life.
Are you intrigued by the idea of becoming a VTuber but not sure where to start? Join us as we unravel the secrets of VTubing technology and guide you through the exhilarating journey of creating your own digital persona.
Have you ever wanted to edit videos as a job? But don't know how? Or just wanna waste an hour at a panel? Then join Snugboy (aka Max Harris) tell his story about how he went from editing in his childhood bedroom for fun to doing it as his full time job. Full of tips and tricks to break into the business, advice from various talented video editors from across the globe, and maybe even a funny joke or two.
"Build Loyal Communities & Create Content from MMORPGs (ft. Final Fantasy XIV Online)"
Final Fantasy XIV Online (MMORPG) Content Creators unite to provide motivational advice to MMORPG creators on how to maximize their content, cultivate a devoted fan base, and maintain interest in their content!
Whether you’re a content creator, a gamer or just a casual internet user, we’ve all encountered an online troll before. While some may be funny, others can be hurtful. Join us while we discuss our experiences, both the good and the bad, with online trolls and the techniques we’ve discovered during our careers that helps us overcome them.
Cosplay Photography Basics
Meet three of Australia's most experienced cosplay photographers as they take you through a step by step guide of how to run a cosplay photo shoot. Including how to work with cosplayers, how to light your subject, and how to get that epic aesthetic that looks just right for your character.
Redscarf - Working with cosplayers (do's & donts)
Jarrod Burns - working with light
Castleforge - Aesthetic, colour, and epicness
An interactive discussion around esports and content creation and how they can inspire, and benefit, one another.
Warhammer: Artists & Gamers. Join BFG_Justin and Friends to discuss all things Warhammer, find out how to get started and all the different ways to enjoy this TableTop Favourite.
Since the rise of digital spaces people now have the opportunity to connect, create and express themselves. But does this provide the space for diversity in these spaces? Join HaiAlexx (He/They) and his pals TRASH (She/He/They), Elysa (She/Her) and Noir (He/They), as they speak openly and unfiltered about their journey into content creation as Queer Asian creators. You’ll hear them talk about the ups and downs of being online, representing themselves and their insight and advice on what they’ve learnt so far and how they continue to push through and defy the norms online.
Are you a content creator and Just about to become a parent? Or are you a parent who wants to become a content creator? Or are you a content creation parent who has been navigating the challenges of juggling life and content?
There is a lot to think about when it comes to balancing content creation and parenthood, It can be tough, challenging and it may even seem impossible. Well, fear not, content Creation as a parent IS possible, and we are here to share with you how we manage to be the best parents we can be, while also tickling that creative itch.
Prepare for an unforgettable journey with Let's Roll For Dragons! Join us as we don elaborate cosplay and embody key characters for a magical Baldur's Gate D&D adventure. In this live show, you the audience collectively assumes the role of Tav, allowing you to influence the narrative. With beloved characters like Karlach (@teatherxrie), Shadowheart (@grizzlyghoul.cos), Astarion (@DragonAsh.cos), Gale (@classypollux), and Halsin (@neliodoesdnd) by your side, the fate of the story rests in your hands.
Get ready for a wild ride filled with twists and turns, where key decisions made by the audience have the power to influence the outcome of the story in unexpected ways.
Will you aid our heroes in their quest, or will you as the audience turn down a darker path? Both the story and the dice rolls are in the hands of fate, and it's up to you to determine the destiny of Baldur's Gate.
Listen to the experiences of First Nations content creators, game developers and events organisers from the gaming and pop-culture communities, as they talk about the importance and need for safe-spaces, and how they are working towards creating space for First Nations peoples.
The panel will be an exploration into the non-tech side of content creation.
We'll be covering off topics like:
- Longform vs shortform
- Streaming advice
- Challenges moving platforms
- Entertainment and filling dead space
- How to come into the industry even if you think you're "unintresting"
The panel will utilise many creators across as many platforms as possible (Mainly Twitch, Youtube and Tiktok) and across all levels or earners on the platforms.
Trash Taste Tour Show and Q&As take place on the Main Stage in RLA (Rod Laver Arena)
Trash Taste Tour Show and Q&As take place on the Main Stage in RLA (Rod Laver Arena)