Exhibits FAQ

Artists FAQ

Q1. How do I sign up for the Artists Market?

A1. To reserve a table in our Artists Market, please submit an online Artists Market Registration form. The Artists Market manager will contact you to discuss your fees and table arrangements. For a detailed description of the application process, click here.

Q2. What are the Artists Market fees?

A2. Artists Market fee is $10 per half table (up to 2 chairs) or $20 per full table (up to 4 chairs). Full table dimensions are 8 feet by 30 inches.

Q3. How do I pay my Artists Market fees?

A3. You will pay your Artists Market fees during check-in on the first day of the convention.

Q4. Are there any additional fees to participate in the Pacific Media Expo Artists Market?

A4. Other than the table fees, there are no additional fees. But artists must still register for the convention as normal. A three-day membership to Pacific Media Expo costs $40. More information about registration can be found here.

Q5. I want to reserve a table, but don't have a Seller's Permit yet. May I reserve a table now while I apply for the permit?

A5. Yes, you can reserve a space in the Artists Market (follow the directions above) while you file the paperwork and await your Seller's Permit. Make a note in the Comments field of the Artists Market registration form that you will report your permit number when you receive it.

Q6. I will be selling things at my table. Do I need a California Seller's Permit?

A6. If you intend to sell anything at your table, you will need to supply Pacific Media Expo with your California Seller's Permit number. To obtain a Temporary California Seller's Permit, see the California State Board of Equalization website or call them at (800) 400-7115.

Q7. I will not be selling things at my table. Do I need a California Seller's Permit?

A7. If you do not intend to sell anything at your table, you do not need a California Seller's Permit.

Q8. When can artists check in and set up their table the first day?

A8. Artists Market participants are allowed access into the Artists Market area for setup and check-in on Saturday, September 3rd, 2005 at 11 a.m., one hour before the hall opens to the public. But artists must wait at the entrance for an escort by Exhibit Hall staff.

Q9. When can artist set up their table the subsequent days?

A9. For Sunday, September 4th, and Monday, September 5th, Artists may access the Artists Market area at 9:30 a.m., half an hour before the hall opens to the public. But artists must wait at the entrance for an escort by Exhibit Hall staff.

Q10. Do artists get a restocking time after the Exhibit Hall closes to the public?

A10. Artists will have 30 minutes to restock and clean up after the Exhibit Hall closes to the public. Artists are asked to wait for an Exhibit Hall staff escort before leaving the Artists Market area to leave the Exhibit Hall.

Q11. What size are your tables?

A11. The dimensions of our tables are 8 feet by 30 inches.

Q12. Are there any materials I need to bring?

A12. Pacific Media Expo is not using a decorator this year. You will need to bring your own tablecloths and any other display equipment you need.

Q13. Will electricity be available in the Artists Market?

A13. Pacific Media Expo will not be providing electricity in the Artists Market, so please prepare your tables accordingly. But if you absolutely require electrical access, power can be ordered from Edlen Electrical Exhibition Services. A power drop costs roughly $85, depending on your electrical needs. The necessary forms can be found here and here. PMX's contact at Edlen Electrical is Assistant General Manager Kelly Putich and can be reached via e-mail, by calling (714) 985-1480 or by fax at (714) 985-1481.

Q14. How many attendees did PMX have last year?

A14. For PMX04, we had 3,000 to 4,000 attendees. For PMX05, we are expecting up to 5,000 attendees.

Q15. What is the tax rate for Long Beach, California?

A15. Tax rate for Long Beach is 8.25%

Q16. Who do I contact if I have questions about the Artists Market?

A16. You can contract the Artists Market coordinator by email.

Exhibitors FAQ

Q1. I will be selling things at my booth. Do I need a California Seller's Permit?

A1. If you intend to sell anything at your booth, you will need to supply Pacific Media Expo with your California Seller's Permit number. To obtain a Temporary California Seller's Permit, see the California State Board of Equalization website or call them at (800) 400-7115.

Q2. I will not be selling things at my booth. Do I need a California Seller's Permit?

A2. If you do not intend to sell anything at your booth, you do not need a California Seller's Permit.

Q3. What are the setup times for exhibitors?

A3. Exhibitors have access to the Exhibit Hall for setup noon to 6 p.m. Friday, September 2 and 8 a.m. to noon Saturday, September 3.

Q4. What time can exhibitors arrive in the morning to do minor setup, cleanup, and restocking?

A4. For Sunday, September 4th and Monday, September 5th, Exhibitors may access the Exhibit Hall at 8 a.m., two hours before the hall opens to the public.

Q5. Do exhibitors get a cleanup/restocking time after the Exhibit Hall closes to the public?

A5. For Saturday, September 3rd, and Sunday, September 4th, Exhibitors have one hour for cleanup and restocking after the Exhibit Hall closes to the public.

Q6. What time do we need to break down and be out of the Exhibit Hall by?

A6. Exhibitors need to move out of the hall by 7 p.m. Monday, September 5th.

Q7. How many badges do I get per booth?

A7. For each booth space purchased, you are allotted three (3) Exhibitor badges. You may purchase additional badges at $25 each, with a cap of 2 badges per space. For example, if dealer buys 5 booths, dealer gets 15 Exhibitor badges, with the optional to purchase a maximum of 10 additional Exhibitor badges for the charge of $250.

Q8. At some conventions, an exhibitor badge has limited access compared to a regular membership badge. What about PMX?

A8. PMX Exhibitor's badges have the same access (and more) as membership badges. You have access to any event that requires a full- or single-day membership badge. Exhibitors wearing their badges are welcome to enjoy many of PMX's nighttime events.

Q9. I need a phone line. How do I get one?

A9. Phone lines for booths can be purchased for $200. If you require a phone line, contact Dana Goldberg with Priority Networks at (562) 499-7707 or by email.

Q10. I need electricity for my booth. How do I get a power drop?

A10. If you require power to your booth, power can be ordered from Edlen Electrical Exhibition Services. A power drop costs roughly $85, depending on your electrical needs. The necessary forms can be found here and here. PMX's contact at Edlen Electrical is Assistant General Manager Kelly Putich and can be reached via e-mail, by calling (714) 985-1480 or by fax at (714) 985-1481.

Q11. Do I need to bring any additional materials?

A11. Pacific Media Expo is not using a decorator this year. You will need to bring your own tablecloths and dividers.

Q12. How many attendees did PMX have last year?

A12. For PMX04, we had 3,000 to 4,000 attendees. For PMX05, we are expecting up to 5,000 attendees.

Q13. What is the tax rate for Long Beach, California?

A13. Tax rate for Long Beach is 8.25%.

Q14. Who do I contact if I have questions about the Exhibit Hall?

A14. You can contact the Exhibit Hall manager by email.