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Accommodation FAQs

Where are SXSW Sydney hotels located? When can I book my hotel for SXSW Sydney 2023? Do I get discounted rates for accommodation with my SXSW Sydney Badge? How do I change, cancel, or move my reservation to another hotel?

Attend FAQS

What is SXSW Sydney? How are you addressing and representing First Nations peoples at the event? What events can I expect from SXSW Sydney? How does the Sydney event differ from the Austin event? How can I learn more about SXSW Sydney? What topics does the SXSW Sydney Conference cover? Are there age restrictions on attending the event? Why is SXSW coming to Sydney, Australia? Will there be a SXSW Sydney Online in 2023? When and where does the SXSW Sydney Conference take place? What Covid-19 safety measures will you have in place at SXSW Sydney 2023?

Badges FAQs

What are badges at SXSW Sydney? What’s the difference between Platinum and Industry Badges? Do you give discounts or special packages to group Badge purchases? How does Primary and Secondary access work? When’s the best time to buy a Badge? What if I only want to come to a few one-off events? What ID do I need to show to pick up my SXSW Sydney credential? What are SXSW Sydney’s policies regarding refunds, credentials and the terms and conditions? I can’t afford a badge, are there other ways I can attend SXSW Sydney?

Individual Ticket FAQS

What if I only want to come to a few one-off events? Will individual tickets for SXSW Sydney music gigs be available? Will individual tickets for SXSW Sydney gaming events be available? Will individual tickets for SXSW Sydney screenings be available?

Participate FAQS

How can I apply to showcase at the SXSW Sydney 2023 Screen Festival? How can my company or group apply to speak at the SXSW Sydney 2023 Conference? How can my company or group apply to have a stall at the SXSW Sydney 2023 Expo? How can I perform at the SXSW Sydney 2023 Music Festival?

SXSW Sydney 2023 Conference FAQs

What topics does the SXSW Sydney Conference cover? What is the SXSW Sydney 2023 Conference?

SXSW Sydney 2023 Game Showcase Submission FAQs

Suitability Who should be the primary contact on my submission? How are titles chosen to showcase at SXSW Sydney Games Festival? What is the difference between a SXSW Sydney Games Festival “submission” and a SXSW Sydney Games “badge”? If selected to showcase, will my attendance receive any compensation from SXSW Sydney? If selected to showcase, what technical support will be offered during the Games Festival? I have made a Games Festival showcase submission. How do I reserve accommodation for my team in case it’s selected? How do I apply to showcase at SXSW Sydney 2023 Games Festival? If I am not selected to showcase, should I still come to SXSW Sydney 2023?

SXSW Sydney 2023 Music Festival FAQS

How can I perform at the SXSW Sydney 2023 Music Festival? What is the SXSW Sydney 2023 Music Festival? When and where does the SXSW Sydney 2023 Music Festival take place? What kind of music should I expect at the SXSW Sydney 2023 Music Festival?

SXSW Sydney 2023 Music Festival Submission FAQs

How do I apply to perform at the SXSW Sydney 2023 Music Festival? Who should be the Primary Contact on my submission? How are artists chosen to play at the SXSW Sydney 2023 Music Festival? If selected to perform, will my act receive any compensation from SXSW Sydney? What access does a SXSW Sydney 2023 Artist Accreditation provide? If I am not selected to showcase, should I still come to SXSW Sydney 2023? What is the difference between a SXSW Sydney 2023 Music Festival Showcase “submission” and a SXSW Sydney 2023 Music “badge”? What are the submission fees for the SXSW Sydney 2023 Music Festival? I’ve made my SXSW Sydney 2023 Music Festival showcase submission. How do I reserve accommodation for my act in case it’s selected?

SXSW Sydney 2023 Screen Festival FAQS

I want to attend SXSW Sydney 2023 Screen Festival, but I’m also planning to submit a film for festival consideration. Should I register now to get the lowest badge price or should I wait to see if my film is selected? What is the SXSW Sydney 2023 Screen Festival? When and where does the SXSW Sydney 2023 Screen Festival take place? What kind of films are screened at the SXSW Sydney Screen Festival? How do I know if my film is eligible for a SXSW Sydney 2023 Screen Award?

SXSW SYDNEY 2023 SCREEN FESTIVAL SUBMISSION FAQS

How can I submit my film or project for consideration for SXSW Sydney 2023? What are the runtimes for all submission categories? What is the SXSW Sydney 2023 eligibility criteria regarding premiere status? Who should be the Primary Contact on my submission? What are the submission fees for the SXSW Sydney 2023 Screen Festival?  Do you waive submission fees for student filmmakers and/or artists? What are SXSW Sydney’s policies regarding refunds, badges, and the terms and conditions? Should I send stills with my entry? When will I hear from SXSW Sydney after I make my submission? What is the difference between a SXSW Sydney Screen Festival “submission” and a SXSW Sydney Screen “badge”? If my Feature, Episodic or Music Video is accepted, what format will I have to provide for theatrical exhibition? If my XR experience is accepted, what format will I have to provide for theatrical exhibition and where will it be exhibited? If my project is accepted for the SXSW Sydney 2023 Screen Festival, will SXSW Sydney pay for my accommodation and/or travel? If my project is not selected for the SXSW Sydney 2023 Screen Festival, should I still come to SXSW Sydney? If my submission is successful will I receive any compensation from SXSW Sydney? What access does a Filmmaker accreditation provide? I’ve made my SXSW Sydney 2023 Screen Festival submission. How do I reserve accommodation for my team/crew/me in case it’s selected? My film won’t be completed in time for your submission deadline. Can I submit a rough cut? I’ve made my SXSW Sydney 2023 Screen Festival submission. How do I reserve accommodation for my team/crew/me in case it’s selected?

SXSW SYDNEY 2023 SESSION SELECT FAQs

What is SXSW Sydney 2023 Session Select and how can I enter? What is the timeline for Session Select? How are Session Select proposals chosen for inclusion at SXSW Sydney? What responsibilities does a proposal’s Primary Contact have? What if I am entering this idea on behalf of my client, or someone else? Will all the information I enter in my proposal be visible in the public interface? What makes for a good Session Select proposal? What session formats are available and how many speakers are needed? What do I need to consider when proposing speakers? What role do moderators play? Do I have to have a moderator if I propose a panel? When entering a proposal for a panel, do I need to confirm attendance of all speakers before entering? I have a product or service I think SXSW Sydney audiences need to hear about. Can I propose a session to promote it? Can I edit my proposal? Tell me about public voting: how it will work? If my idea is selected, what happens next? Do speakers receive complimentary event admission? Can I see what my proposal will look like before actually entering it? Technical questions regarding your submission. What is SXSW Sydney 2023 Session Select? How do I enter my Session Select proposal? How are Session Select proposals selected for inclusion at SXSW Sydney 2023? What responsibilities does a proposal’s Primary Contact have?

SXSW Sydney Investment Meet

How do Matchmade Investor Sessions work? How can I join the Matchmade Investor Sessions? What is the difference between SXSW Sydney Pitch and Investment Meet? Do I have to attend my Matchmade Investor Sessions in person? What should I bring to my Matchmade Investor Sessions? Who can attend the session?

SXSW Sydney Pitch FAQS

What are the key dates for SXSW Sydney Pitch? Who can apply for SXSW Sydney Pitch? What are the entry categories for SXSW Sydney Pitch 2023? What are the eligibility requirements for SXSW Sydney Pitch applicants? What does it cost to apply to SXSW Sydney Pitch? How many entries can I submit to SXSW Sydney Pitch? Should my company create a video about our product or service for the online application process? How will I know if I have been selected to participate in SXSW Sydney Pitch? What happens if I don’t get selected for SXSW Sydney Pitch? What happens if I am selected to participate in SXSW Sydney Pitch? Will I receive a registration to SXSW Sydney 2023 if I am selected? What if I am not selected for SXSW Sydney Pitch but I would still like to attend SXSW Sydney? What do the winners and finalists of SXSW Sydney Pitch receive? Who selects the SXSW Sydney Pitchers and the winners? What are the key criteria when reviewing applications and in the judging process? How long will my SXSW Sydney Pitch presentation need to be? During the presentation to the judges, how many people can be onstage presenting? Can I talk about fundraising in my SXSW Sydney Pitch presentation? What about my intellectual property? Can I get a refund of my application or registration fee? Do you have a Glossary of Terms?

Volunteer FAQS

How do I apply to volunteer? Am I eligible to volunteer? What are the types of roles available in the volunteer program? What do I get for volunteering? How many hours do I have to work to qualify for a SXSW Sydney 2023 Badge? When will I know if I’ve been accepted as a volunteer? I can see that applications are phased, will I be alerted after a phase ends if I have been successful? If I have questions, who do I reach out to? Who will be my primary contact at I Need Helpers?

Wristband and Passes FAQS

What are wristbands at SXSW Sydney? What’s the difference between a Badge and a wristband? What does each wristband get me access to? Can I attend the Conference with a wristband? Can I attend the Expo with a wristband? If I have a Games wristband can I attend the Music Festival? What if I only want to come to a few one-off events?

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