Meet people in and outside of your field and talents and get dedicated one-on-one time with the experts who usually speak on the “Success in Creativity” panels. Among the experts who will be on hand are Luke Cheesman (director of media, TheConGuy.com; screenwriter), Heather Joseph-Witham, Ph.D. (The Proof Is Out There on History Channel; professor of folklore), Renah Wolzinger, Ed.D. (owner, Renzone Music), James Frye (managing editor, TheConGuy.com; screenwriter), Gene Turnbow (founder, SciFi.Radio), Sean Glumace (comic book letterer), Topher Davila (art director, TheJewelryDragon.com; illustrator; producer), Marsia Powers (Fandom Charities, Hellmouth Con), and Ron Coleman, Ph.D. (molecular geneticist and comics writer). As a bonus, each attendee will get a postcard of covered topics and solutions from past panels. Be sure to bring your business card or anything that has your name, email, and phone number on it.
Friday March 28, 2025 3:00pm - 4:00pm PDT
Room 204C
What is a pitch? A pitch is simply a way to present yourself or your project to others. It is usually a brief speech designed to persuade your listener into supporting what you’re doing or what you’ve made. Giving a good pitch is a vital skill in bringing your project to life. Fortunately, it’s also a skill you can learn and improve with practice—and Pitch Review is a great place to do that. If you’re someone who wants to get better at pitching your work (and especially if you’re a writer or artist attending the Comic Creator Connection immediately after this event), this is your chance to practice giving your pitch and get some invaluable help. Pitch reviews will be conducted by Douglas Neff, a professional speechwriter, speaker coach, and host of the Comic Creator Connection. Note: This is not a typical panel. These are 3- to 5-minute individual coaching sessions for as many people as can be accommodated in the scheduled time. Spaces are allotted on a first-come, first-served basis, and everyone is welcome to watch and learn from the sessions.
Friday March 28, 2025 5:00pm - 6:00pm PDT
Room 204C
Are you a writer with a great idea for a comic book series but you can’t draw? Or maybe you’re an artist looking to illustrate an incredible story but you can’t write. WonderCon is proud to once again host the Comic Creator Connection, a fast-paced networking event that puts writers and artists together to help them meet new creative partners. Here’s how it works: In a two-hour period, writers and artists will sit down across from each other at a table. (And by artists, we mean pencillers, inkers, colorists, etc.—all are welcome!) Then, in five-minute sessions, you will talk one-on-one with each other about your ideas and skills. At the end of each five-minute period, you will get up and move on to the next person. If you’re interested in furthering the conversation, you’ll exchange contact information. Think of it as speed-dating but for writers and artists! Sign-ups are taken in advance for this event, but space may still be available on-site.
Friday March 28, 2025 7:00pm - 9:00pm PDT
Room 204C
