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Registration

Duration: 8 hours

Location: ACC North 100 Level

Wednesday, June 21

11:00 am – 7:00 pm

To redeem your credentials at the event, please bring your QR Code to the on-site registration area. You can find your QR Code in the email the order holder received from Tixr after purchasing tickets. Single-day Friday credentials can only be redeemed on Friday, and Single-day Saturday credentials can only be redeemed on Saturday.

Please note that each attendee must be present to redeem their own credentials; no one can pick up your badge and wristband on your behalf.

Each attendee will receive one badge and wristband that must be worn at all times within event space. Lost or damaged credentials are each subject to a $20 replacement fee. You must bring your QR Code or a photo ID if you need to replace your credentials.


 


Community Track

Chaperones' Lounge

Duration: 8 hours

Location: ACC North 100 Level

Wednesday, June 21

11:00 am – 7:00 pm

Need a place to chill? If your child is old enough to be at VidCon on their own (16+), but you’d like to stay nearby, the Chaperones’ Lounge is the place for you! Sit down, relax, and meet fellow VidCon parents while your child enjoys all that VidCon has to offer.


Industry Track

Industry Welcome Reception

Duration: 2 hours

Location: Hilton – Lanai Deck

Wednesday, June 21

5:00 pm – 7:00 pm

Welcome Industry Track attendees! Kick off VidCon with a drink, new friends, and colleagues on Wednesday, June 21 at the Hilton Anaheim on the Lanai Deck.


Community Track

Festival Dance Party: Viral Vibes

Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes

Location: Festival Stage

Wednesday, June 21

7:00 pm – 9:30 pm

Featuring: Daniel Thrasher

Get ready to party like it’s 2023! Kick off VidCon with a dance party celebrating your favorite online moments. Come drippin’ in the year’s hottest trends and get ready to make new meme-ories. 

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All Tracks Industry Track Community Track Creator Track

Registration

Duration: 10 hours

Location: ACC North 100 Level

Thursday, June 22

8:00 am – 6:00 pm

To redeem your credentials at the event, please bring your QR Code to the on-site registration area. You can find your QR Code in the email the order holder received from Tixr after purchasing tickets. Single-day Friday credentials can only be redeemed on Friday, and Single-day Saturday credentials can only be redeemed on Saturday.

Please note that each attendee must be present to redeem their own credentials; no one can pick up your badge and wristband on your behalf.

Each attendee will receive one badge and wristband that must be worn at all times within event space. Lost or damaged credentials are each subject to a $20 replacement fee. You must bring your QR Code or a photo ID if you need to replace your credentials.


Community Track

Chaperones' Lounge

Duration: 13 hours

Location: ACC North 100 Level

Thursday, June 22

8:00 am – 9:00 pm

Need a place to chill? If your child is old enough to be at VidCon on their own (16+), but you’d like to stay nearby, the Chaperones’ Lounge is the place for you! Sit down, relax, and meet fellow VidCon parents while your child enjoys all that VidCon has to offer.


Community Track

Quiet Room Open

Duration: 9 hours 30 minutes

Location: Room 206

Thursday, June 22

9:00 am – 6:30 pm

Need a break from the excitement? Feel free to stop by the Quiet Room! We ask that folks not eat, talk, or make noise in this room as it is intended to be a dedicated quiet space.


Creator Track

MPB Creator Lounge

Duration: 9 hours

Location: ACC SOUTH 205AB

Thursday, June 22

9:00 am – 6:00 pm

Visit MPB’s creator lounge at VidCon Anaheim 2023 to receive expert advice from camera and video pros. This is the moment to level up your skills and your salary as a content creator. Test some of the best photo and video gear available for creators from MPB.

Our lounge is the perfect place to capture content, too. Step inside one of our creation stations and discover themed settings that will make your socials pop.

Or, stop by to rest your legs, enjoy all-day coffee and charge your phone. Like our platform, our lounge has something for everyone.
 


Creator Track

TikTok Galaxy: Creator Track Lounge presented by TikTok

Duration: 9 hours

Location: ACC SOUTH 208AB

Thursday, June 22

9:00 am – 6:00 pm

Welcome to TikTok Galaxy, a space for creators to come together, collaborate, and create content that’s out of this world. Our lounge is your gateway to exploring the TikTok universe, recharging, and discovering the latest trends and products.  


Industry Track

Stream to Mainstream: Hollywood’s New Rules of Engagement

Duration: 45 minutes

Location: Ballroom D

Thursday, June 22

9:30 am – 10:15 am

Featuring: Michelle Koshman, Jade Sherman, Christina Chang and more

Creators are crossing the chasm, entering the entertainment industry’s mainstream with increased scale. Now, many of the entrenched processes and protocols that have defined this space for decades are being challenged. From creative control, to contracting and IP ownership, to how digital audiences translate into box office dollars, this transition hasn’t always been smooth. Join this panel of traditional and next-gen stakeholders to explore how the new rules are being written in real time and defining the future of entertainment for years to come.

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Industry Track

Taking the Long View on Short-Form

Duration: 45 minutes

Location: 304ABC

Thursday, June 22

9:30 am – 10:15 am

Featuring: Jade Watson, Brooke Berry, Jayson Oertel and more

Cost-effective without sacrificing creativity, scalable without requiring complex tech or tools, and compelling content that doesn’t require material viewer time commitments — short-form video can be a powerful tool for creators and brands. Join this panel of stakeholders from across the creator economy to explore the power and possibilities of short-form content.

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Industry Track

Welcome & Opening Remarks

Duration: 5 minutes

Location: Industry Track Mainstage

Thursday, June 22

9:30 am – 9:35 am


Community Track

Bust a Move: A VidCon Dance Party

Duration: 30 minutes

Location: Festival Stage

Thursday, June 22

9:30 am – 10:00 am

Featuring: HappyKelli, Adam Rose, Cost n’ Mayor

Kick off a weekend of fun with TikTok sensations Cost n’ Mayor, Adam Rose and HappyKelli! What better way to start VidCon than to get your body movin’ and groovin’?

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Industry Track

The Subtle Art of Being Mark Manson

Duration: 25 minutes

Location: Industry Track Mainstage

Thursday, June 22

9:35 am – 10:00 am

Featuring: Brendan Gahan, Mark Manson

Mark Manson has built a multiplatform brand ranging from his blog and newsletter to a premium subscription model with expansive courses to his globally bestselling books and full-length feature film. In a world awash with growth hacking and compressed hype cycles, Mark’s work and sustained communities across an ever-expanding landscape of platforms make him a notable example of what it means to be a long-term, continually-evolving creative professional in this new industry. Join Mark and Mekanism’s Brendan Gahan to unpack the decisions that lead to success and their perspectives on the future.

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Creator Track

Level Up Your Podcast with Video

Duration: 1 hour

Location: Room 210

Thursday, June 22

10:00 am – 11:00 am

Featuring: Morgan Absher

The creators who are successful in the podcasting space understand that pairing video with audio is needed to stay ahead of the curve. If you’re thinking about starting a podcast or want to take your audio-only podcast to the next level, this is your chance to learn from the pros!

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Creator Track

Diversify Revenue Streams: Skillshare On Teaching

Duration: 45 minutes

Location: Room 211AB

Thursday, June 22

10:00 am – 10:45 am

Featuring: Matt Cooper, Alicia Hamilton-Morales, Mimi Chao and more

Sponsored. Since 2018 Skillshare has paid teachers more than $85 million. Join Skillshare to learn how creators like you can teach on Skillshare and earn recurring income while empowering and inspiring new audiences with your experience and expertise. Every session attendee will receive six months of Skillshare!

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Community Track

Talk Valentina! Effective Allyship

Duration: 1 hour

Location: Spotlight Stage

Thursday, June 22

10:00 am – 11:00 am

Featuring: Mamatot, Mercury Stardust, Deison Afualo

Creators talk in a roundtable to discuss what it means to be a good ally, and what they’ve learned from people outside their community during their time as a content creator

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Community Track

Creating Communities

Duration: 1 hour

Location: Discover Stage Presented by Wondershare

Thursday, June 22

10:00 am – 11:00 am

Tag: ASL Interpreters Present

Featuring: Eret, David Suh, spencewuah and more

The internet has given us more than just a place to consume content. Now more than ever, we can connect with others who share our interests, passions, and views. These dynamic creators will have an uplifting discussion about how they’ve used the things that make them unique to create communities that provide welcoming, safe spaces for their fans.

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Community Track

Lifestyle Content: The Art & the Impact

Duration: 1 hour

Location: Amplify Stage

Thursday, June 22

10:00 am – 11:00 am

Featuring: Lexi Hensler, Kiera, Infinite and more

There’s something exhilarating about getting a glimpse into the lives of our idols. From inspirational to educational to relatable, lifestyle content offers the opportunity for creators to connect with their fans across a broad spectrum of interests and themes. Sit down with these panelists for a look at the pros and cons of sharing your life online and how this personal approach creates engaged communities.

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Creator Track

Modern SEO Practices to Drive Traffic to Your Site

Duration: 1 hour

Location: Room 202

Thursday, June 22

10:00 am – 11:00 am

Featuring: Jon Henshaw

Utilizing platforms like YouTube and TikTok may help you gain notoriety and followers, but you may be missing out on opportunities for control, higher revenue, and brand growth. Come learn about the best ways to leverage video on the sites you control for subscriber growth, monetization, and outranking YouTube in Google Search.

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Industry Track

State of the Creator Economy

Duration: 25 minutes

Location: Industry Track Mainstage

Thursday, June 22

10:00 am – 10:25 am

Featuring: Joshua Cohen, Colin and Samir

Join three of the industry’s most forward-looking leaders to kick off VidCon 2023 with this “state of the creator economy” conversation. They’ll delve into the complex, rapidly-evolving landscape, examine key players that make up the creator economy, and explore the changing dynamics between them. What unique challenges and opportunities exist in today’s landscape? How can industry stakeholders prepare for the future and ultimately thrive in this dynamic ecosystem? This deep dive provides a comprehensive outlook for the next 6, 12, and 18 months.

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Community Track

The Power of Gaming Communities on YouTube

Duration: 1 hour

Location: Trending Stage presented by Ruby Gillman, Teenage Kraken

Thursday, June 22

10:00 am – 11:00 am

Featuring: Leo Olebe, Ludwig, DrLupo and more

Over 2 trillion views and 120 billion hours of gaming content watched across the world last year – the power of the Gaming community on YouTube is undeniable. Join our new Head of Gaming and YouTube Gaming Creators to talk about the magical world of Gaming on YouTube.

Leo Olebe (YouTube’s Global Head of Gaming) with a cast of gaming creators

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Industry Track

How the Creator Economy is Redefining Media

Duration: 25 minutes

Location: Industry Track Mainstage

Thursday, June 22

10:25 am – 10:50 am

Featuring: Jim Louderback, Rich Greenfield

Join industry experts Rich Greenfield and Jim Louderback to delve into how the rapidly growing creator economy is disrupting an already complex media landscape. What’s ahead for traditional platforms and players as well as growing channels like audio and gaming? How are retail, commerce, live video, and the creator economy converging, and what will this look like over the next 6, 12, and 18 months? In a world defined by nearly infinite choices when it comes to content consumption, what does it take to win the battle for time and attention? Find out in this can’t-miss conversation. 

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Community Track

Challenge Accepted!

Duration: 30 minutes

Location: Festival Stage

Thursday, June 22

10:30 am – 11:00 am

Featuring: Nicole Laeno, Ian Boggs, CelinaSpookyBoo and more

If you’ve ever wondered which of your favorite creators would dominate a round of Chubby Bunny or whose refined palate would make them a formidable opponent while identifying baby food blindfolded, this session is for you! Come watch these teams battle it out in some of the internet’s silliest, most iconic challenges and find out who reigns supreme.

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Industry Track

The Creator Economy’s Next Wave: The Global POV

Duration: 20 minutes

Location: Industry Track Mainstage

Thursday, June 22

10:50 am – 11:10 am

Featuring: Benjamin Grubbs

New technology — coupled with changing consumer behaviors and demographic shifts — make this growth phase of the creator economy a global one. In this talk, veteran digital media executive and creator economy expert Benjamin Grubbs provides a global marketplace taxonomy, unpacking key players, business models, and trends across several continents. Through the lens of historical growth cycles in the digital space, Grubbs will unveil an important framework for understanding emerging markets and the opportunities they create for creators and brands.

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Industry Track

Next-Gen Leaders: the C Suite Reimagined

Duration: 45 minutes

Location: 304ABC

Thursday, June 22

10:55 am – 11:40 am

Featuring: Dylan Huey, Drake Rehfeld, Jade Darmawangsa and more

A new generation of leaders are redefining what it means to run companies and sit atop org charts. This panel of successful entrepreneurs have disrupted their industries, forged new paths, and put new leadership practices into action. Hear what they’ve learned along the way as they’ve transitioned from creator to executive, built personal brands, and managed client expectations — all while upending traditional notions of what it means to be a leader.

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Industry Track

The New Era of Celebrity

Duration: 45 minutes

Location: Ballroom D

Thursday, June 22

10:55 am – 11:40 am

Featuring: Kallmekris, Amber Tarshis, CT Jones

Join us for a thought-provoking discussion on the transformation of celebrity culture in the digital age. Rolling Stone’s CT Jones, TikTok phenom Kallmekris (Kris Collins), Jellysmack CMO Amber Tarshis, and more will explore the rise of social video creators and the evolving definition of “celebrity” in 2023. Whether you’re a content creator, marketer, or simply interested in the future of entertainment, this panel promises to be a fascinating conversation about the ongoing revolution in the media landscape.

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Creator Track

Mainstream Celebrity in the Age of Social Video

Duration: 45 minutes

Location: Room 211AB

Thursday, June 22

11:00 am – 11:45 am

Featuring: Dylan Scance, Stephanie Smith, Amber Rose and more

Sponsored. Social video’s impact is far-reaching; it’s even crucial for mainstream celebrities to control their brand and engage fans on their own terms. With limited time and content creation skills, many partner with studios to produce, distribute and promote their longform social content. Take a look at how these studios turn mainstream figures into digital stars and what both sides have learned from the process.

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Industry Track

Meet SQUAD: The Future of Influencer Activation

Duration: 45 minutes

Location: Room 303AB

Thursday, June 22

11:00 am – 11:45 am

Featuring: Rick Joyce

Sponsored. You know how difficult it is to create an influencer campaign — slow and manual, unclear pricing, hazy metrics, endless negotiations, and more. Meet SQUAD — the fast, one-stop global platform for brands and influencers to initiate campaigns, measure impact, and transact. With SQUAD you can launch a campaign in under 30 minutes. Come watch us launch one LIVE!

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Industry Track

Getting Social Commerce Right: Why It Matters

Duration: 25 minutes

Location: Industry Track Mainstage

Thursday, June 22

11:10 am – 11:35 am

Featuring: Amber Venz Box

Shoppers now rank creators above celebrities and even family when it comes to trusted product recommendations. In only a few years, creator-guided shopping has become a mainstream cultural norm with brands investing billions in these community-driven marketers, on the LTK platform alone, to drive their businesses. Join creator industry pioneer, Co-founder and President of LTK, Amber Venz Box, as she breaks down creator commerce, what creators need to be doing now, and what the future of commerce means for creators, brands, and shoppers.

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Creator Track

From Burnout to Business

Duration: 1 hour

Location: Room 204

Thursday, June 22

11:30 am – 12:30 pm

Featuring: Alok Kanojia

Is there a fast track to becoming a successful entrepreneur while avoiding major mental pitfalls? Learn from those who have been through the trenches about what north stars kept them going in the right direction and what red herrings to avoid. In this session, explore creators’ businesses, struggles they overcame, and their tips for success. Plus, walk away with actionable steps to manage toxicity, work-life balance, and anxiety to maintain a good headspace.

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Creator Track

8 Tips from an 8-Year YouTube & Instagram Insider

Duration: 1 hour

Location: Room 213

Thursday, June 22

11:30 am – 12:30 pm

Featuring: Jon Youshaei

There’s a reason why Inc Magazine stated “If anyone has cracked the code for going viral, it’s Jon Youshaei.” In this keynote, Jon breaks down that code and unravels algorithm insights gained from working at the heart of two of the world’s biggest social media platforms. Jon also outlines his eight best tips to increase engagement, decrease production time, and use AI tools, which he used to bootstrap his channel to 200M+ views in his first year as a creator.

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Community Track

Internet IQ

Duration: 30 minutes

Location: Festival Stage

Thursday, June 22

11:30 am – 12:00 pm

Featuring: Sweetea, Sturniolo Triplets

Test your internet intellect along with some of your favorite creators! We’re putting these two groups head-to-head for this exciting game of trivia to see who knows the most about the digital world and their fellow VidCon creators!

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Community Track

Creative Commentary

Duration: 1 hour

Location: Spotlight Stage

Thursday, June 22

11:30 am – 12:30 pm

Featuring: Danny Gonzalez, Kurtis Conner, Eddy Burback and more

Join your favorite commentary creators to learn more about their process! How do they choose their topics? Is there a strategy behind when each video is released? What makes their approach to a subject unique, allowing them to stand out from others in the commentary space? Get answers to these questions and more in this fun and informative panel!

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Community Track

Inspiring the Next Generation of Black Creators

Duration: 1 hour

Location: Discover Stage Presented by Wondershare

Thursday, June 22

11:30 am – 12:30 pm

Tag: ASL Interpreters Present

Featuring: Lauren Ashley Beck, Charlie Curtis-Beard, MissDarcei and more

Just like the creators who paved the way for them, these creators aim to inspire and facilitate inclusion in the industry for their successors. In this discussion, panelists will talk about who influenced them the most and will highlight the ways they hope to energize and educate those hoping to get into the creative space.

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Community Track

All in the Family

Duration: 1 hour

Location: Creative Lab Stage

Thursday, June 22

11:30 am – 12:30 pm

Featuring: Peet Montzingo, Hudson Matter, Jordan Matter and more

Find out what it’s like making content with loved ones during this family-focused session. What are the pros and cons of having your kin as your coworkers? How does this dynamic shape these creators’ content? Learn the answers to these questions and more!

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Creator Track

TikTok Tips from Emerging & Established Creators

Duration: 1 hour

Location: Room 210

Thursday, June 22

11:30 am – 12:30 pm

Whether you’re just starting your journey on TikTok or have already found your community on the platform, TikTok opens doors to new, exciting opportunities. In this session, you’ll hear from creators in every stage of the TikTok journey who utilize in-app tools to create next-level content. Learn more about TikTok’s unique features and get inspiration for your next video!

Creator Track

Earn with YouTube Shopping's New Affiliate Program

Duration: 1 hour

Location: Room 207

Thursday, June 22

11:30 am – 12:30 pm

Featuring: Bridget Dolan, Dr. Dray, Sydney Morgan and more

The YouTube Shopping affiliate program makes it easy for your fans to seamlessly shop your content, while you earn more. In this session, YouTube Shopping’s Bridget Dolan will share why the affiliate program at YouTube is different, and what it means for you. You’ll also hear from creators and a top brand who have turned affiliate marketing into real opportunity. You won’t want to miss out on some fun giveaways!

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Creator Track

Why Creators Are Obsessed with Snapchat

Duration: 1 hour

Location: Room 202

Thursday, June 22

11:30 am – 12:30 pm

Featuring: Francis Roberts, Kellie Sweet, Salice Rose and more

From highly-visible public stories, to extensive analytics, to exciting monetization tools, Snapchat has become a go-to platform for many creators. Hear why they think Snapchat is the easiest platform to make content, grow their audience, and build a business.

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Industry Track

Fashion, FUD & the Future

Duration: 25 minutes

Location: Industry Track Mainstage

Thursday, June 22

11:35 am – 12:00 pm

Featuring: Nick Adler, Brennan Russo

In a digital-first era with the rise of Web3 and blockchain technology, the fashion industry is poised for significant transformation. Will digital fashion overtake wearable statement pieces? What role will digital collectibles play in this new ecosystem? This panel of tech, design, and fashion pioneers will help assuage FUD (fear, uncertainty, and doubt), unpacking opportunities and practical applications presented by digital collectibles for brands and artists, while sharing valuable insight into fashion’s future in a Web3 world.

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Creator Track

Creators: Turning Your Audience into an Empire

Duration: 45 minutes

Location: Room 211AB

Thursday, June 22

12:00 pm – 12:45 pm

Featuring: Megan Frantz, Andrea Casanova, Sofie Dossi and more

Sponsored. As a creator, how do you make money while you sleep (if you sleep)? In this session, learn how to shift from working with brands to becoming a brand. Three creators discuss the creator lifecycle and share their recommendations to help build your business — ranging from knowing the right time to hire a scalable team, the best way to generate a product line, and how to launch a cross-platform media empire.

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Industry Track

How Sports Creators Are Changing the Game

Duration: 45 minutes

Location: Room 303AB

Thursday, June 22

12:00 pm – 12:45 pm

Featuring: K.J. Smith, Ant Hamilton Jr., Chris Staples and more

Sponsored. The sports creator community includes talented stars who have never played their sport professionally, but have more cultural cachet than the pros. For brands, sports creators — spanning dunk experts to NIL college athletes — unlock access to dedicated fans and are a sustainable alternative to pro athletes. Learn how sports creators are becoming key for brands looking to maximize their next campaign’s ROI.

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Industry Track

Mergers & Acquisitions: The Corporate Creator Conundrum

Duration: 25 minutes

Location: Industry Track Mainstage

Thursday, June 22

12:00 pm – 12:25 pm

Featuring: MatPat and Steph, Lucas Kollmann, Drew Baldwin

Join Theorist Media’s founders Stephanie and Matthew Patrick (MatPat) as they sit down with Lunar X Co-Founder & CEO Lucas Kollmann to explore an important inflection point in today’s creator economy — how creator-driven companies can scale while also maintaining their creative voices and close connection to the communities that built them. With the sale of Theorist Media to Lunar X in late 2022, they will delve into the power an acquisition with the right partner has provided for their business, shedding light on the way forward for creators and their communities.

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Industry Track

Staying Out of Trouble: Legal & Regulatory Issues in the Creator Economy

Duration: 45 minutes

Location: 304ABC

Thursday, June 22

12:00 pm – 12:45 pm

Featuring: Lartease Tiffith, Ellie Heisler, Rina Yano and more

The rapid growth of the creator economy has garnered enormous attention – including that from regulators, lawmakers, and those charged with enforcement. How can creators navigate a complex and ever-changing policy landscape? What can creators do to stay informed, and how can they engage with regulatory bodies to help shape the policies that affect their businesses and livelihoods? Join legal and public policy experts for a look at the latest developments for issues ranging from intellectual property to digital privacy, advertising and sponsorship regulations, and more.

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Industry Track

How Large Media Cos Leverage Multi-Format on YouTube

Duration: 45 minutes

Location: Ballroom D

Thursday, June 22

12:00 pm – 12:45 pm

Featuring: Fede Goldenberg, Andrea Wolinetz, Michael Scogin and more

The largest media companies in the world like Disney, Paramount, WB-Discovery, NBCU, Netflix, and others have deep, sophisticated engagement on YouTube to drive monetization on the platform, and awareness/conversion off platform to SVOD, theaters, TV, and more. In this panel we will host representatives from these companies to explore how and why they found success with their multi-format strategies exploring Shorts, Clips, Long Form, Live, and Podcasts around movies and TV shows.

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Industry Track

Navigating the Modern Media Ecosystem

Duration: 25 minutes

Location: Industry Track Mainstage

Thursday, June 22

12:25 pm – 12:50 pm

Featuring: Tom Ryan

Today’s video ecosystem has a nearly infinite number of channels and platforms vying for decidedly finite resources — time and attention. To thrive, global corporations, new-media companies, and individual creators alike must find optimal distribution and economic models. Few people understand this better than Paramount’s Tom Ryan. This insightful conversion unpacks Tom’s view of the current marketplace, from balancing models like FAST, SVOD, and AVOD, to the original content and extended IP, and more.

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Community Track

Dueling Duos

Duration: 30 minutes

Location: Festival Stage

Thursday, June 22

12:30 pm – 1:00 pm

Featuring: Evan and Katelyn, Veronica Merrell, Aaron Burriss and more

Watch some of your favorite creator couples go head-to-head in this classic Newlywed Game. Contestants will answer questions to reveal which duo knows each other best — come cheer them on and see who comes out on top!

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Industry Track

Creator-Entrepreneurs & the Next-Gen Media Marketplace

Duration: 25 minutes

Location: Industry Track Mainstage

Thursday, June 22

12:50 pm – 1:15 pm

Featuring: Brent Rivera, Max Levine, Dylann Sands and more

Could the next Disney be born out of the creator economy? The rapid growth of Amp Studios points to the answer being “definitely, maybe.” By incubating talent and building diverse, vertically-integrated revenue streams across platforms, programming, personalities, and products, Amp Founders Brent Rivera and Max Levine seem to have crafted the blueprint of a modern media company. Join panelists for a look under the hood of creator-driven media businesses to explore the impact of companies like Amp Studios on the overall digital landscape.

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Creator Track

AI Tools: Expanding the Creator Economy & Reducing Burnout

Duration: 1 hour

Location: Room 210

Thursday, June 22

1:00 pm – 2:00 pm

Featuring: Ahad Khan

One of the most challenging parts of being a creator is content creation — the need for an endless stream of ideas, the constant writing and editing of content, the pressure to maintain relevance, and the eventual creator burnout. Learn how generative AI tools are solving these problems in meaningful ways by speeding up and enhancing the content creation process. We’ll cover the most powerful AI tools for creators in 2023 and how to navigate AI’s pitfalls without compromising quality.

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Community Track

Streaming in Technicolor

Duration: 1 hour

Location: Trending Stage presented by Ruby Gillman, Teenage Kraken

Thursday, June 22

1:00 pm – 2:00 pm

Featuring: Neekolul, TapL, VeeDotMe

These streamers are changing the game and pushing the culture forward. Join them as they “just chat” about how streamers of color are championing representation in the gaming industry, building diverse communities, and shaping the digital landscape.

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Community Track

Shattering the Digital Glass Ceiling

Duration: 1 hour

Location: Discover Stage Presented by Wondershare

Thursday, June 22

1:00 pm – 2:00 pm

Featuring: Victoria Browne, Tatyana Joseph, Lala Sadii and more

Join some of digital content’s leading ladies as they reflect on what it’s been like to be a woman online over the past year. Hear about the ups and downs, and the many ways these creators feel their content speaks to, encourages, inspires, and unites other women!

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Community Track

Awareness, Inclusivity, & Accessibility

Duration: 1 hour

Location: Amplify Stage

Thursday, June 22

1:00 pm – 2:00 pm

Tag: ASL & CART Services Available

Featuring: Zach and Pat Valentine (Valentine Brothers), Crutches and Spice, Chrissy Marshall and more

One of the many benefits of social media is the ability to promote awareness and spark conversation like never before. These creators are using their platforms to shed light on disabilities and promote positive representation. In this session, they’re here to speak about how their disability affects their approach to content creation and how being vocal about their experience has driven their success.

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Community Track

LOL Legends

Duration: 1 hour

Location: Creative Lab Stage

Thursday, June 22

1:00 pm – 2:00 pm

Featuring: Mr. Hamilton, Brandon Rogers, Eddy Burback and more

Is laughter really the best medicine? These creators think so! Join these comedy legends to learn where they come up with the ideas that keep you laughing.

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Creator Track

Instagram Creator Lab

Duration: 1 hour

Location: Room 204

Thursday, June 22

1:00 pm – 2:00 pm

Join us for an exclusive Instagram deep dive. From the latest products to best practices, we’ll provide you with the tools and knowledge you need to succeed on the platform. Whether you’re a seasoned creator or just starting out, this session will give you valuable insights and tips to build your brand, engage with your audience, and achieve your goals on Instagram.

Community Track

Live Podcast: Vulnerable with Christy Carlson Romano

Duration: 1 hour

Location: The On Air Stage

Thursday, June 22

1:00 pm – 2:00 pm

Featuring: Mamatot

Everyone thinks Christy Carlson Romano had a storybook career. That she just sprang into Disney Channel stardom overnight, made millions, and lived happily after. Spoiler alert, she didn’t! There were countless failures along the way and there still are. The Vulnerable Podcast is an invitation to hang out with Christy for an in-depth conversation discussing the good, the complicated, the beauty of being human, and what it means to be vulnerable.

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Creator Track

Build a Global Brand: AI-Powered Translation

Duration: 45 minutes

Location: Room 211AB

Thursday, June 22

2:00 pm – 2:45 pm

Featuring: Emma Brown, Rijul Gupta

Sponsored. Discover the future of content localization with DubSync, the revolutionary AI localization and lip-reanimation product that’s taking the world by storm. Join our expert panel as we dive deep into the world of AI-powered voice cloning and lip-reanimation technology, revealing the secrets to unlocking new, global audiences and maximizing revenue for top-level content creators.

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Industry Track

Revenue Diversification & Innovative Monetization Solutions

Duration: 45 minutes

Location: Ballroom D

Thursday, June 22

2:00 pm – 2:45 pm

Featuring: Monica Khan, Ben Azelart, Ivana Kirkbride and more

The confluence of economic uncertainty, evolving platform policies, and new technology have led many creators to look more closely at where and how they generate income. While traditional revenue streams from brand deals and sponsorships are still popular, creators are increasingly turning to new and innovative ways to monetize their content and build sustainable careers. In this session, we will explore the concept of revenue diversification and the various ways creators can generate income beyond traditional sources — from subscriptions to products, services, eCurrency and more. 

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Industry Track

How to Create a Social Strategy That Drives Sales

Duration: 45 minutes

Location: Room 303AB

Thursday, June 22

2:00 pm – 2:45 pm

Featuring: Ryan Sasaki, Alexa Ritacco, Ashley Murphy and more

Sponsored: Join the industry’s top innovators, Dash Hudson, BÉIS, ColourPop, Rare Beauty and Jenni Kayne, as they uncover the secret to making a successful shift from static, traditional social marketing to an entertainment-based strategy. Discover the steps you can take to transform your social strategy into a key revenue driver for your business.

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Industry Track

Big Boss Mentality: The Culture-Defining Power of Ownership, Creativity, and Self-Expression

Duration: 35 minutes

Thursday, June 22

2:00 pm – 2:35 pm

Featuring: Keke Palmer

With Keke Palmer having recently released her latest project, Big Boss, written and directed by her, let’s dive into what the “Big Boss” mentality is and what it means for Keke? What does being a boss look like today – keeping in mind the different identities, priorities, etc. that make up her world? What does choosing yourself look like and how does Keke do it? How do you affirm yourself and your business as a creator at the same time? How does you ensure that mentality is threaded throughout all of your work? In this marquee conversation Keke shares insight into her journey, her platform, Key TV, and her vision for the future.
 

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Industry Track

Pushing Culture Forward & Driving Change

Duration: 45 minutes

Location: 304ABC

Thursday, June 22

2:00 pm – 2:45 pm

Creators are changing the world, pushing boundaries and showcasing depth and creativity through storytelling. How are creators using their unique and diverse voices to influence culture and drive positive change? Hear their stories and practical strategies for creating diverse and inclusive content, fostering safe and authentic communities, and supporting causes that matter. This session will highlight how the industry can work alongside creators to support driving this change forward.


Creator Track

Your First Million Followers

Duration: 1 hour

Location: Room 213

Thursday, June 22

2:30 pm – 3:30 pm

Featuring: Uptin

What’s the secret behind gaining your first million followers in just 14 months? For Uptin, it was consistency. In this talk, he will share how his commitment to one full year of consistency — no matter what happened — let him break through the mental clutter of quitting and how you can leverage these tactics to break out as a creator.

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Community Track

Thrills & Chills

Duration: 1 hour

Location: Spotlight Stage

Thursday, June 22

2:30 pm – 3:30 pm

Featuring: Lauren Ashley Beck, CelinaSpookyBoo, Peet Montzingo and more

If you love hearing about things that go bump in the night, you’re not alone! Join these experts in morbid curiosity to discuss spooky, supernatural, and true crime content. Take a deep dive into what inspires these masters of macabre to cover specific stories, and how they keep their fans hooked on the genre.

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Community Track

Building Blox

Duration: 1 hour

Location: Trending Stage presented by Ruby Gillman, Teenage Kraken

Thursday, June 22

2:30 pm – 3:30 pm

Featuring: KreekCraft, MeganPlays, Leah Ashe and more

It’s no secret that collaborative, world-building, sandbox games are having their moment in the spotlight. In this session, Roblox and Minecraft creators come together to talk about how these two games took the world by storm.

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Community Track

Every Body is Beautiful

Duration: 1 hour

Location: Amplify Stage

Thursday, June 22

2:30 pm – 3:30 pm

Featuring: Sierra Schultzzie, naomiheartsxo, Nikki Garza and more

The body confidence movement is gaining more and more traction every day with many creators embracing what makes them unique and encouraging their fans to do the same. Listen in on this discussion on the importance of this shift and the impact of viewers seeing themselves in the people they see on screen. Plus, panelists will touch on ways that the media and marketing campaigns have gotten it right and when they have missed the mark.

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Community Track

Live Podcast: Drama Mama

Duration: 1 hour

Location: The On Air Stage

Thursday, June 22

2:30 pm – 3:30 pm

Featuring: Benjamin De Almeida (BENOFTHEWEEK)

What do we need most in life? Water, you might say? Food, you may incorrectly guess? LOVE? No. It’s Drama. Welcome to this very special live recording of Drama Mama with BENOFTHEWEEK!

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Creator Track

Content Marketing for People Who Hate Marketing

Duration: 1 hour

Location: Room 202

Thursday, June 22

2:30 pm – 3:30 pm

Featuring: Paul Bakaus

Artists need to eat, too! But to many, self promoting and taking money from fans can feel like selling out. Find out why it doesn’t have to during this inspirational, lighthearted talk that will break down the basics of content marketing and promotion from a creator’s own perspective.

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Industry Track

Community, Purpose, & Culture: The CMO’s POV

Duration: 25 minutes

Location: Industry Track Mainstage

Thursday, June 22

2:35 pm – 3:00 pm

Featuring: Kimberly E. Paige, Colin Daniels

As the creator economy evolves and expands, it’s become clear that fans and influencers alike desire more than one-sided conversations — they want community. This shift opens opportunities for brands to become community builders — creating dialogue, encouraging engagement, and ultimately making audiences feel seen and heard. In this conversation BET CMO Kimberly Paige shares insight into the critical need for brands to rethink marketing through the lens of community and culture, unpacking how BET has stretched conventional campaign boundaries, leading to transformative growth and innovation.

Participants


Creator Track

How to Make Your Content Easy to Buy with pin.top

Duration: 45 minutes

Location: Room 211AB

Thursday, June 22

3:00 pm – 3:45 pm

Featuring: Semion Kremeniuk

Sponsored. Join us for an exciting session as we introduce pin.top, the revolutionary product that streamlines media kit, rates, payments, and partnership management all in one place. You will learn how to simplify your brand deals and make it easy to buy from you.

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Industry Track

Unpacking the Venture-Backed Creator Economy

Duration: 45 minutes

Location: Ballroom D

Thursday, June 22

3:00 pm – 3:45 pm

Featuring: Eric Wei, Dylan Lemay, Marina Mogilko and more

The creator economy has disrupted the entrenched practices of the entire business ecosystem, and the VC landscape is not immune. A new crop of companies and investors are reinventing venture capital in ways that are bespoke for creator-driven businesses. What does this new playbook look like when it comes to deal flow, term sheets, returns, exits, and more? How can creators and traditional investors navigate this space? Tune in to find out.

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Industry Track

DEI, ESG & CSR: Building Movements with Creators

Duration: 45 minutes

Location: Ballroom D

Thursday, June 22

3:00 pm – 3:45 pm

Featuring: Ashwath Narayanan, Shu Hung, Ettore Rossetti and more

To reach a generation who looks to creators and influencers as their main source of trusted information, social impact orgs and mission-driven brands must engage with the creator economy. This session unpacks how socially-minded brands and nonprofits can partner with creators in authentic ways, and ultimately help build a more equitable and sustainable future.

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Industry Track

OpenAI & the Future of Creativity

Duration: 25 minutes

Thursday, June 22

3:05 pm – 3:30 pm

Featuring: Ben Relles, Andrew Mayne

OpenAI’s Andrew Mayne joins VidCon to talk about how ChatGPT, DALL·E, and other artificial intelligence systems are changing the way creators approach their creative process and businesses. This session is hosted by Ben Relles who spent a decade at YouTube working with the platform’s creator community, and will include insights from top creators who are leveraging these new tools.

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Industry Track

YouTube Industry Keynote

Duration: 1 hour

Location: Industry Track Mainstage

Thursday, June 22

3:30 pm – 4:30 pm

Featuring: Amjad Hanif, Larray, Colin and Samir and more

Join YouTube’s Vice President of Product Management, Amjad Hanif, as he discusses YouTube and the creator landscape with some of today’s top breakthrough creators.

Participants


Industry Track

How to Run Performance-Based Influencer Marketing

Duration: 45 minutes

Location: Room 303AB

Thursday, June 22

4:00 pm – 4:45 pm

Featuring: Kevin James Booker, Andrew Franz, Cayla Gallo and more

Sponsored. For years, brands and creators have battled — brands want to maximize ROI and control spend, and creators want fair compensation. It’s been a challenge and there has been no real clear solution. But at Infuse, we’ve been building a new solution — performance-based advertising campaigns. This proven solution makes influencer marketing work for everyone. We’re so excited to share this new offering with you!

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Community Track

The Weird and Wonderful

Duration: 1 hour

Location: Spotlight Stage

Thursday, June 22

4:00 pm – 5:00 pm

Featuring: Tyler Williams, Safiya Nygaard, Evan and Katelyn and more

The internet’s largest tube of lipstick. Underwater crafts. Clear potato chips. Bath bombs and more. From making a phone case out of beans to finding a century’s worth of wedding dresses, these creators entertain with their outside-the-box DIY projects, explorations, and experiments. Get an inside look into how they develop their unique video ideas!

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Community Track

Out & Proud: Changing the Name of the Game

Duration: 1 hour

Location: Trending Stage presented by Ruby Gillman, Teenage Kraken

Thursday, June 22

4:00 pm – 5:00 pm

Tag: ASL Interpreters Present

Featuring: Smajor, aimsey, cuptoast and more

These iconic streamers have built inclusive and welcoming communities who share their passion for play. In this session, they’ll discuss how being out publicly shaped the fanbase and how their gaming careers affect their personal lives offline.

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Community Track

Surviving the Spotlight

Duration: 1 hour

Location: Amplify Stage

Thursday, June 22

4:00 pm – 5:00 pm

Featuring: Christy Carlson Romano, Alyson Stoner, Dani Calleiro and more

It’s no secret that childhood stardom can be a heavy burden to bear. While celebrities may appear to lead luxurious lives, the pressure, criticism, and lack of privacy can be overwhelming, particularly for a young person. In this session, creators will reflect on their time in the spotlight and their experiences navigating adulthood.

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Community Track

Authenticity or TMI?

Duration: 1 hour

Location: Creative Lab Stage

Thursday, June 22

4:00 pm – 5:00 pm

Featuring: Ashley Ippolito, Allison Kuch, Jeenie Weenie and more

Audiences online truly feel like they know their favorite creators, but how much is too much to share? These creator powerhouses discuss what it’s like to lead a highly-visible life, and what boundaries they set for themselves when it comes to talking about personal issues — if any.

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Community Track

Live Podcast: The BCC Club

Duration: 1 hour

Location: The On Air Stage

Thursday, June 22

4:00 pm – 5:00 pm

Featuring: Sarah Schauer, Kendahl Landreth

Block off your calendar or put the meeting on mute because we’re bringing you the BCC Club live from VidCon! Join hosts Sarah Schauer and Kendahl Landreth on the thread as we take a deep dive into the internet!

Participants


Creator Track

How to Make $1M per Year from a Small Channel

Duration: 1 hour

Location: Room 210

Thursday, June 22

4:00 pm – 5:00 pm

Featuring: Thomas Frank

You don’t need millions of subscribers to make a great and lucrative living as a creator. In 2022, Thomas Frank left his 2.8M subscriber channel, focused entirely on a small niche channel, and doubled his revenue to $1.4M per year. In this tactics-heavy talk, Thomas shows the exact steps he took to get there — and how you can adapt your own strategy to earn more without having to increase your view counts.

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Creator Track

Creator Keynote: Engage, Connect, Grow: How to Find your Fans and Build Your Community

Duration: 45 minutes

Location: Room 204

Thursday, June 22

4:00 pm – 4:45 pm

Featuring: Siobhan Quinn, Milad Mirg, Benjamin De Almeida (BENOFTHEWEEK)

There’s no better place than YouTube to find your fans and build an engaged, supportive audience that keeps showing up for you and your content. Join global YouTube product experts and top creators as they share insider tips, best practices, and real-world advice on how to grow and engage a loyal audience. Whether you’re just starting out on YouTube or looking to take your channel to the next level, this panel will provide valuable insights and actionable tips for success.

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Creator Track

Creators & Content Protection 101

Duration: 1 hour

Location: Room 207

Thursday, June 22

4:00 pm – 5:00 pm

Featuring: Rian Bosak

For successful creators, there’s more platforms and content formats than ever before and an added layer of difficulty is understanding how best to protect your content no matter where it’s published. In this talk, SuperBam will break down each platform in terms of rights management and what options exist for creators, as well as talk about the strategies used by top creators and media companies to turn their UGC into passive income.

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Creator Track

Monetize your Influence with MyyShop

Duration: 45 minutes

Location: Room 211AB

Thursday, June 22

4:00 pm – 4:45 pm

Featuring: Nathan Abergel, Joey Reed, Gabriel Reed and more

Sponsored. Join us for actionable advice from creators who are turning their influence and passion into thriving businesses. We’ll show you how to quickly discover viral products, build customized stores, earn commission, and the simplified way to efficiently co-create your own product lines with verified cross-border supply chain partners through one centralized platform, no matter you are Mega or Nano-Influencers.

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Industry Track

Case Study: How Digital Collectibles Empower, Engage, & Enrich

Duration: 45 minutes

Location: 304ABC

Thursday, June 22

4:15 pm – 5:00 pm

Featuring: Cassandra Bankson, Kirthiga Reddy

Consistent monetization, more creator-centric ownership of IP and fan relationships, as well as a desire to engage with communities in transparent and safe environments are some of the biggest challenges creators face today. Can digital collectibles be the silver bullet solving for all three at once? Join Cassandra Bankson and Kirthiga Reddy for this case study to unpack the value-creation opportunity that blockchain and Web3 present to creators and fans.

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Industry Track

From Exclusive to Inclusive: Building a More Equitable Creator Economy

Duration: 45 minutes

Location: 304ABC

Thursday, June 22

4:15 pm – 5:00 pm

Featuring: Angel Bellon, MissDarcei, juixxe and more

The creator economy might be replicating Hollywood’s norms and its exclusionary culture – but that won’t stop diverse creators from finding success in an industry that wasn’t built with them in mind. As younger people drive the demand for diverse creator content, the influencer marketing industry is evolving from benefitting a select few to elevating every kind of creator. Brought to you by Paramount’s Audience Impact & Intelligence team, this conversation with diverse creators will help marketers understand how to responsibly co-create a more equitable and inclusive creator economy.

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Creator Track

Going Viral: How CapCut Makes TikTok Videos Fly

Duration: 45 minutes

Location: Room 211AB

Thursday, June 22

5:00 pm – 5:45 pm

Featuring: Jason Neuman, Steven Wommack, LC Editing and more

Sponsored. In this session sponsored by CapCut, come hear from some of the top creators in the industry about the winning formula for creating viral videos that garner huge audiences across TikTok, Instagram Reels, and YouTube Shorts, in addition to the role CapCut templates have recently played in the TikTok viral ecosystem.

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Community Track

Be Kind Online

Duration: 1 hour

Location: Spotlight Stage

Thursday, June 22

5:30 pm – 6:30 pm

Featuring: naomiheartsxo, Chrissy Chlapecka, Drew Afualo and more

These creators work tirelessly to entertain their fans, and yet they often bear the brunt of cyberbullying. In this panel, they’ll discuss the impact cyberbullying has on their lives and careers, how they deal with it, and the importance of building positive digital communities.

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Community Track

The Power of Play

Duration: 1 hour

Location: Trending Stage presented by Ruby Gillman, Teenage Kraken

Thursday, June 22

5:30 pm – 6:30 pm

Featuring: Kelsey Dangerous, Smajor, Tubbo and more

If you enjoy quality time with your controller (or keyboard), this session is for you! Pop in to hear the biggest names in gaming talk about their favorite titles, this year’s best releases, and what excites them most about the future of the industry.

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Community Track

The Come Up

Duration: 1 hour

Location: Amplify Stage

Thursday, June 22

5:30 pm – 6:30 pm

Featuring: Skully God (@skullygodd), KING VADER, Victoria Browne and more

A creator’s rise to fame can seem like an overnight success story; one day they are virtually unknown, the next the algorithm is working hard to make sure you won’t forget their name. These creators are here to highlight all the hard work that comes before the followers and how they stayed inspired to keep creating when they still had a small audience.

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Community Track

Juicy Fruit

Duration: 1 hour

Location: Creative Lab Stage

Thursday, June 22

5:30 pm – 6:30 pm

Featuring: Roi Fabito (Guava Juice), Alex Wassabi

A VidCon exclusive surprise!

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Community Track

Night of Impact

Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes

Location: Arena

Thursday, June 22

6:30 pm – 8:00 pm

Tag: ASL & CART Services Available

Featuring: PENG PENG, Alicia Mccarvell, Angry Reactions and more

What we create and how we create matters, impacting everything around us in visible and invisible ways. Performances will showcase the ways creators are mindful participants in the cultural ecosystem. Come together for a collective group hug with your favorite creators to celebrate community, invention, and love for ourselves, our communities, and planet Earth. 

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Community Track

Festival Dance Party: Let's Go, Girlypops!

Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes

Location: Festival Stage

Thursday, June 22

7:00 pm – 9:30 pm

Featuring: Chrissy Chlapecka, Bryce Xavier, Carter Kench and more

OMG, here she comes! Release your inner fangirl at VidCon’s 90’s themed dance party. Grrrl, you better work it in your crop tops, denim, and platform sneakers. Now get your fanny packs on the dance floor. 

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Community Track

VidCon After Dark: Comedy After Dark

Duration: 2 hours

Location: Spotlight Stage

Thursday, June 22

7:00 pm – 9:00 pm

Tag: ASL Interpreters Present

Featuring: Lewberger, Sarah Schauer, spencewuah and more

Musical comedy, stand-up comedy, and commentary comedy! Come see your favorite creators in way you’ve never seen them at VidCon before. Hosted by TikTok sensation and comedian Hassan Khadair.

This show is recommended for an 18+ audience.

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Community Track

Chaperones' Lounge

Duration: 13 hours

Location: ACC North 100 Level

Friday, June 23

8:00 am – 9:00 pm

Need a place to chill? If your child is old enough to be at VidCon on their own (16+), but you’d like to stay nearby, the Chaperones’ Lounge is the place for you! Sit down, relax, and meet fellow VidCon parents while your child enjoys all that VidCon has to offer.


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Registration

Duration: 10 hours

Location: ACC North 100 Level

Friday, June 23

8:00 am – 6:00 pm

To redeem your credentials at the event, please bring your QR Code to the on-site registration area. You can find your QR Code in the email the order holder received from Tixr after purchasing tickets. Single-day Friday credentials can only be redeemed on Friday, and Single-day Saturday credentials can only be redeemed on Saturday.

Please note that each attendee must be present to redeem their own credentials; no one can pick up your badge and wristband on your behalf.

Each attendee will receive one badge and wristband that must be worn at all times within event space. Lost or damaged credentials are each subject to a $20 replacement fee. You must bring your QR Code or a photo ID if you need to replace your credentials.


Community Track

Quiet Room Open

Duration: 9 hours 30 minutes

Location: Room 206

Friday, June 23

9:00 am – 6:30 pm

Need a break from the excitement? Feel free to stop by the Quiet Room! We ask that folks not eat, talk, or make noise in this room as it is intended to be a dedicated quiet space.


Creator Track

MPB Creator Lounge

Duration: 9 hours

Location: ACC SOUTH 205AB

Friday, June 23

9:00 am – 6:00 pm

Visit MPB’s creator lounge at VidCon Anaheim 2023 to receive expert advice from camera and video pros. This is the moment to level up your skills and your salary as a content creator. Test some of the best photo and video gear available for creators from MPB.

Our lounge is the perfect place to capture content, too. Step inside one of our creation stations and discover themed settings that will make your socials pop.

Or, stop by to rest your legs, enjoy all-day coffee and charge your phone. Like our platform, our lounge has something for everyone.
 


Creator Track

TikTok Galaxy: Creator Track Lounge presented by TikTok

Duration: 9 hours

Location: ACC SOUTH 208AB

Friday, June 23

9:00 am – 6:00 pm

Welcome to TikTok Galaxy, a space for creators to come together, collaborate, and create content that’s out of this world. Our lounge is your gateway to exploring the TikTok universe, recharging, and discovering the latest trends and products.  
 


Industry Track

The Power of Partnerships & Pushing Boundaries

Duration: 40 minutes

Location: Ballroom D

Friday, June 23

9:30 am – 10:10 am

Featuring: James Pumphrey, Hana Franzini, Colin Daniels and more

Marketing to a creator’s community requires a nuanced approach. Brands have goals to hit while creators must preserve the trust of their audience and the entertainment value of their content. In order to authentically connect with and leverage these communities, brands have to be willing to trust the creators and get outside their comfort zone. How do internal evangelists convince their corporate colleagues this is the right move? How do both sides push boundaries without compromising their identity? Get the answers from leaders at Donut Media in this session.

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Community Track

Shake it Up with Movement Genius

Duration: 30 minutes

Location: Festival Stage

Friday, June 23

9:30 am – 10:00 am

Featuring: Alyson Stoner, Merrick Hanna, Studio Jibby

Kick off your morning at VidCon with these literal movers and shakers. Get ready to dance like no one’s watching — this dance party will elevate your mood (and your heart rate) to get you pumped up and prepared for your day!

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Industry Track

Burn the Playbook

Duration: 25 minutes

Location: Industry Track Mainstage

Friday, June 23

9:35 am – 10:00 am

Featuring: Marc Hustvedt

How Creator-First Companies Are Rewriting the Rules in Digital Media—and Leading the Next Big Wave of Disruption in more than just Media.

Participants


Industry Track

Innovation Showcase I

Duration: 50 minutes

Location: 304ABC

Friday, June 23

9:45 am – 10:35 am

Featuring: Ivana Kirkbride, Alexandra Sukin, Jon Youshaei and more

Join us for VidCon’s Innovation Showcase, where early-stage companies will present their game-changing solutions for the creator economy. Following each presentation, a diverse group of stakeholders from across the industry will act as “provocateurs”, using their unique perspectives and expertise to examine each company’s tool or tech, discussing how it can solve challenges, disrupt existing structures, and create new opportunities for the creator economy.

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Creator Track

Direct-To-Fan Relationships: The Future of Creator Monetization

Duration: 1 hour

Location: Room 213

Friday, June 23

10:00 am – 11:00 am

Featuring: Ali Adab, Matt Steffanina

Creators have always sought to connect with their true fans, but major platforms have made it challenging to understand who they are. In this session we’ll unpack how creators can not only reach a large audience, but also build mutually-beneficial relationships with their fans — ones that provide direct financial compensation to creators and meaningful rewards for loyal fans. 

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Creator Track

How to Use AI in the New Era of Video Creativity

Duration: 45 minutes

Location: Room 211AB

Friday, June 23

10:00 am – 10:45 am

Featuring: Nichlmao, Jensen Tung

Sponsored. Don’t want to be left behind in the rapidly evolving world of creators? Leverage AI as the new era emerges. Join us with Nichlmao and Jensen to learn about their content creation journey using AI within 40 minutes — from boosting creativity and productivity to choosing the right tools. We will also showcase Filmora’s powerful features. Don’t miss out on this chance to elevate your content and stay ahead!

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Industry Track

Tapping into a Young, Passionate, Spiritual Audience

Duration: 45 minutes

Location: Room 303AB

Friday, June 23

10:00 am – 10:45 am

Featuring: Jared Shores, Marla Catherine, Sean Cannell and more

Sponsored. Spiritual identity is a subject rarely discussed publicly despite the deep, personal role it plays in most of our lives. Younger generations are looking for new voices who can offer deeper purpose, connection, and change in a marketplace saturated with promises of quick fixes. Hear from a diverse panel on how joining the spiritual revolution can attract a growing audience that’s seeking meaningful engagement.

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Community Track

The Real OGs

Duration: 1 hour

Location: Spotlight Stage

Friday, June 23

10:00 am – 11:00 am

Tag: ASL Interpreters Present

Featuring: John Green, Dani Calleiro, Anthony Padilla and more

These digital content pioneers have seen it all — the trends, the challenges, the birth, death, and reinvention of numerous platforms. And through it all, they’ve maintained their spotlight and a special place in the hearts of countless fans. They’re here to talk about their successful careers and how they’ve adapted to the constantly-evolving state of the digital world.

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Community Track

Girls in Gaming – Here to Slay, Here to Play

Duration: 1 hour

Location: Trending Stage presented by Ruby Gillman, Teenage Kraken

Friday, June 23

10:00 am – 11:00 am

Tag: ASL Interpreters Present

Featuring: Kelsey Dangerous, Lana Rae (Lanaslifeee), Hannahxxrose and more

Not so long ago, the gaming space was largely dominated by men. Now, women make up half of all gamers and more women than ever hold leadership positions in the industry. And yet, the issues around online harassment and lack of female character representation persist. In this panel, we’ll hear from top streamers as they discuss their experiences and how women are shaping the future of gaming.

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Community Track

CelinaSpookyBoo & KallMeKris Featured Creator Hour

Duration: 1 hour

Location: Discover Stage Presented by Wondershare

Friday, June 23

10:00 am – 11:00 am

Tag: ASL Interpreters Present

Featuring: CelinaSpookyBoo, Kallmekris

Join TikTok superstars CelinaSpookyBoo and KallMeKris IRL at VidCon! Anything can happen during this creator’s choice session, so come prepared for fun.

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Community Track

Bringing Joy to the World Wide Web

Duration: 1 hour

Location: Amplify Stage

Friday, June 23

10:00 am – 11:00 am

Featuring: OldGays, Cooking with Lynja, Mamatot and more

Whether dancing, cooking, or just sharing a personal anecdote, these creators are spreading joy across the internet every day and uniting fans from all corners of the globe. Come listen to them discuss what fills them with happiness, and how they work to integrate that feeling into their content.

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Community Track

Q & Slay

Duration: 1 hour

Location: Creative Lab Stage

Friday, June 23

10:00 am – 11:00 am

Featuring: Kendahl Landreth, Nikki Garza, Sarah Schauer and more

Join these colorful creators for a fun hour of questions and conversation! Learn more about their lives on and off camera, and listen to them reminisce about all the joy that being out and queer has brought them.

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Community Track

Live Podcast: The Yard

Duration: 1 hour

Location: The On Air Stage

Friday, June 23

10:00 am – 11:00 am

Featuring: Ludwig

Tune in for this live episode of The Yard, led by four visionaries who were sent back from the future to fill the gaping void of white podcasters in LA. So sit back, relax, and please for the love of god shut up you are being so loud right now.

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Creator Track

Community Building 101: Deepen Connection with Your Audience

Duration: 1 hour

Location: Room 210

Friday, June 23

10:00 am – 11:00 am

Join us for this insightful session where top creators will discuss strategies for building strong, engaged communities and deepening connections with your audience on Instagram and Facebook. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn actionable tips and tricks that will help you not only grow your audience, but also build a meaningful relationship with them.

Creator Track

Live Podcast: Creator Support with Colin and Samir

Duration: 1 hour

Location: Room 202

Friday, June 23

10:00 am – 11:00 am

Featuring: Colin and Samir

Join award-winning branded content producers and filmmakers Colin and Samir for this live episode of Creator Support! Get the answers to your most pressing questions about the business of being a creator, growing an audience, and making money on YouTube.

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Creator Track

How to Maximize Your Earning Potential on YouTube

Duration: 1 hour

Location: Room 204

Friday, June 23

10:00 am – 11:00 am

Featuring: Thomas Kim (TK), Andrew Leonard, Emily D. Baker and more

The YouTube Partner Program is evolving with lower eligibility requirements for fan funding and shopping monetization tools, and more ways to qualify and earn through Shorts. This creator panel will provide best practices for becoming a YouTube Partner and dive deep into creator stories of building careers on the platform.

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Creator Track

Creator to Creator – Cooking with Lynja and Jordan Matter

Duration: 1 hour

Location: Room 207

Friday, June 23

10:00 am – 11:00 am

Featuring: Cooking with Lynja, Jordan Matter


Industry Track

Follow the Money: A VC's POV

Duration: 15 minutes

Location: Industry Track Mainstage

Friday, June 23

10:00 am – 10:15 am

Featuring: Megan Lightcap

What can today’s deal flow tell us about where the creator economy is going? Find out from Slow Venture’s Megan Lightcap as she shares some unexpected insights that can be revealed when you “follow the money”.

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Industry Track

Creators in Control: Ownership, Entrepreneurship & More

Duration: 20 minutes

Location: Industry Track Mainstage

Friday, June 23

10:15 am – 10:35 am

Featuring: Jim Louderback, Sean Kim

Now more than ever, creators are looking to “own their destiny”. As creators take the reins on owning relationships they’ve built with fans and communities, they are looking for new ways to directly monetize content and build connected IP via owned and operated channels, products, and services. Why is this happening and what does it mean for creators, platforms, fans, and more?

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Industry Track

Empowering Creators: Next-Gen Tools Today’s Entrepreneurs

Duration: 25 minutes

Location: Industry Track Mainstage

Friday, June 23

10:25 am – 10:50 am

Featuring: Sima Gandhi, Lindsey Lugrin, Eric Wei and more

The shift from influencer to creator to entrepreneur isn’t just an evolution in terminology. The emergence of creator-first companies has revolutionized the way we think about business — but the tools, technology, and overall corporate infrastructure available to run these new businesses have not kept pace. Fortunately, forward-thinking founders are developing bespoke solutions to reduce friction and supercharge growth. Join three entrepreneurs to hear about their motivations and aspirations for building innovative tools, tech, and services for a creator-first world. 

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Industry Track

10-Min Case Studies: What Works, Why & How?

Duration: 1 hour

Location: Ballroom D

Friday, June 23

10:30 am – 11:30 am

Featuring: Jack Settleman, Gabe Gordon, Heidi Mika and more

A series of 10-minute case studies showcase the innovative ways brands are engaging creators and consumers. This diverse group of brands representing verticals from CPG to Fantasy Sports Betting, Consumer Tech and more share real-world examples and provide actionable insights about “what works and why” in today’s world.

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Community Track

Who's That Pokémon?!

Duration: 30 minutes

Location: Festival Stage

Friday, June 23

10:30 am – 11:00 am

Featuring: cuptoast, The Odd 1s Out, Haminations and more

Tune in for the ultimate animator showdown! Watch your favorite artists duke it out as they try to guess and draw Pokémon from memory!

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Industry Track

Brain 3.0

Duration: 40 minutes

Location: 304ABC

Friday, June 23

10:55 am – 11:35 am

Featuring: Alok Kanojia

A generation of “Analog Nevers” has grown up on digital experiences characterized by immediacy, short-form content, and unending, dopamine-driven feedback loops. How has this shift affected our already compressed attention spans? What are the waterfall effects on brands, media, news, and entertainment outlets already trying to crack the code on what connects with our 3.0 brains? Join Dr. Alok Kanojia, MD MPH, a Harvard-trained psychiatrist specializing in mental health for the digital generation, for this deep-dive into the neuroscience of today’s media landscape.

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Creator Track

How to Turn Likes into Buys as a TikTok Shop Creator

Duration: 45 minutes

Location: Room 211AB

Friday, June 23

11:00 am – 11:45 am

Featuring: Sylvie Esmundo, Ginger Ladd, Josh Nasar and more

Sponsored. Join top e-commerce creators in this session sponsored by TikTok Shop for a discussion on creating successful partnerships and campaigns that benefit both creators and brands. Learn how to create engaging content, negotiate partnerships, and measure campaign success on the platform.

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Industry Track

Building Advocacy with YouTube Shopping Affiliate

Duration: 45 minutes

Location: Room 303AB

Friday, June 23

11:00 am – 11:45 am

Featuring: Michael Martin, Manny Mua

Sponsored. Viewers come to YouTube for trusted product recommendations from their favorite creators. YouTube Shopping General Manager Michael Martin along with top creators and brands will bring to life how thousands of popular, verified creators can make products directly shoppable — helping easily reach new audiences, build loyalty, and drive sales. Plus, can’t-miss shopping inspired giveaways!

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Industry Track

Creators in Control: The Subscription Economy & Direct-To-Fan Distribution

Duration: 25 minutes

Location: Industry Track Mainstage

Friday, June 23

11:00 am – 11:25 am

Featuring: Dom Smales, Tal Weinstein

The confluence of advertising pullbacks, platform policy changes, and a new ethos on the rise as creators seek more control over their careers is driving increased focus on a direct-to-fan world. What is the waterfall impact on industry stakeholders when creators have consistent income from subscriptions and more ownership over relationships with their fans and communities? Join creator economy leaders for a candid conversation about this new ethos, exploring whether direct-to-fan always means disintermediation or if these newly-developed dynamics just give creators more control.

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Industry Track

Championing Streamer-Led Communities

Duration: 20 minutes

Location: Industry Track Mainstage

Friday, June 23

11:25 am – 11:45 am

Featuring: Laura Lee

Twitch streamers have been at the forefront of live content for over a decade, fostering vibrant communities and creating unmatched content — live, for hours at a time. Many mainstays in today’s creator economy — patronage, vibrant chat — were pioneered by Twitch streamers. As the community shapes mainstream trends, Twitch focuses on championing and empowering its diverse, global streamers, giving them tools to continue to push streaming entertainment forward. Join Twitch’s Chief Content Officer, Laura Lee, as she delves into what differentiates Twitch and its streamers, her long-term vision for Twitch, and her perspective on the crucial role of community.

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Creator Track

Long Live Facebook

Duration: 1 hour

Location: Room 207

Friday, June 23

11:30 am – 12:30 pm

Featuring: Uptin

With updated creator tools and nearly 3 billion monthly active users, many creators are still finding success on Facebook. In this talk, Uptin will share how he gained 1 million followers and half a billion views while monetizing more than half a million dollars — all by leveraging Facebook’s creator features.

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Creator Track

Maximizing ROI on LinkedIn: A Professional’s Guide

Duration: 1 hour

Location: Room 210

Friday, June 23

11:30 am – 12:30 pm

Featuring: Jessica Oliveira, Emma Welch

If you’re not creating content on LinkedIn, you should be! LinkedIn creator managers will share how to unlock the greatest ROI on the platform. It’s all about leveraging your knowledge, ideas, and expertise to build your brand and community. Discover how (and then why) to create content for the right audience on LinkedIn.

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Community Track

Enchantment vs Experiment

Duration: 1 hour

Location: Festival Stage

Friday, June 23

11:30 am – 12:30 pm

Featuring: Evan and Katelyn, SeanDoesMagic, Renegade Science Teacher

Who can create the greatest illusions — a dazzling magician or a brilliant mad scientist? You decide! Watch these creators conjure up the unimaginable as they battle it out for your vote.

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Community Track

A New Challenger Approaches!

Duration: 1 hour

Location: Discover Stage Presented by Wondershare

Friday, June 23

11:30 am – 12:30 pm

Featuring: Ian Boggs, Michelle Khare, Zhong and more

Whether they’re tackling the internet’s most viral trends or pioneering their own, these creators love a good challenge! Join them as they discuss how they prepared for their biggest challenge videos and find out what they’ll take on next.

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Community Track

Please Don’t Stop the Music

Duration: 1 hour

Location: Creative Lab Stage

Friday, June 23

11:30 am – 12:30 pm

Featuring: Kyle Exum, Bryce Xavier, Sheena Melwani and more

Behind every viral dance video and trending song, there is a musician embracing the power of social platforms to spread their art and find their audience. In this session, tune in to hear how your favorite musical creators carved out a space for themselves not only on the internet, but in the world of music as a whole.

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Creator Track

The Video Intro Is Out, Say Hello to Video Starts

Duration: 1 hour

Location: Room 202

Friday, June 23

11:30 am – 12:30 pm

Featuring: Matthew Gielen

In this presentation we take an in-depth look at how various creators kick off their videos. This deep dive will demonstrate the numerous strategies and tactics you can employ today to hook your audience and keep them watching.

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Creator Track

Creator to Creator – Safiya Nygaard and Tyler Williams with MatPat and Steph

Duration: 1 hour

Location: Room 204

Friday, June 23

11:30 am – 12:30 pm

Featuring: Safiya Nygaard, Tyler Williams, MatPat and Steph

These iconic duos are doing it all — from expanding their brands and businesses to consistently uploading entertaining and engaging content. Tune in as they discuss their paths to success, share their strategies, and reveal how they maintain their position at the top of the creator economy.

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Community Track

Dream Team

Duration: 1 hour

Location: Arena

Friday, June 23

11:30 am – 12:30 pm

Tag: ASL & CART Services Available

Featuring: Dream, GeorgeNotFound, Sapnap

The Dream Team talks about life and content creation with surprise guest appearances for an hour.

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Industry Track

Data-Driven Quick Bite: The New TikTok Video Lifecycle

Duration: 10 minutes

Location: Industry Track Mainstage

Friday, June 23

11:45 am – 11:55 am

Featuring: Yoav Zimmerman

Since the dawn of TikTok, creators have been accustomed to racking up the vast majority of video views within the first few days of posting. Are those days over? We leveraged our database to determine the new lifecycle of a typical video, exploring when TikToks hit the “For You” page, when the algorithm stops pushing out content, and why some videos get a second life on the app.

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Industry Track

Innovation Showcase II

Duration: 50 minutes

Location: 304ABC

Friday, June 23

11:55 am – 12:45 pm

Featuring: Ivana Kirkbride, Alexandra Sukin, Jon Youshaei and more

Join us for VidCon’s Innovation Showcase, where early-stage companies will present their game-changing solutions for the creator economy. Following each presentation, a diverse group of stakeholders from across the industry will act as “provocateurs”, using their unique perspectives and expertise to examine each company’s tool or tech, discussing how it can solve challenges, disrupt existing structures, and create new opportunities for the creator economy.

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Creator Track

How to Actually Make Money Selling Stuff

Duration: 45 minutes

Location: Room 211AB

Friday, June 23

12:00 pm – 12:45 pm

Featuring: Brandi Jessup, Sierra Schultzzie, Fraize and more

Sponsored. Creator economy pioneer, best-selling author and co-owner of DFTBA.com, John Green shares the stage with two of DFTBA’s top creators to discuss what their biggest unlocks have been, how to build a great product business, and why most creators never make good money from merch.

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Industry Track

Creating Successful Branded Metaverse Experiences for the Superbowl

Duration: 45 minutes

Location: Ballroom D

Friday, June 23

12:00 pm – 12:45 pm

Featuring: Ricardo Briceno, David Cushman, Danielle Roark and more

The metaverse remains the hottest new space for global brands. But what does it take to achieve meaningful success that drives measurable brand impact and player engagement? Join us for a deep dive into one of the most celebrated events in the metaverse: the Saweetie Super Bowl Concert, presented by Intuit on Roblox. Learn how leading metaverse game developer Gamefam approaches brand integration campaigns to ensure mutual success and avoid common pitfalls in a space rife with big brands, buzzwords, and vanity metrics. 

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Industry Track

The Business of Diversity in Content

Duration: 45 minutes

Location: Room 303AB

Friday, June 23

12:00 pm – 12:45 pm

Featuring: Bradley P Archer-Haynes, David Chustz, Treiva Williiams and more

Sponsored: Authenticity, diversity and inclusion in storytelling connects cultures, creates fandom, drives business, turns content into franchises and moves the industry forward. BET and Paramount’s Content for Change aims to leverage content to counteract bias on and off screen. Join us as we discuss the business of diversity and how inclusivity can make content and products that will ultimately change the world. 

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Community Track

Millennial Lotería

Duration: 30 minutes

Location: Festival Stage

Friday, June 23

12:30 pm – 1:00 pm

Featuring: Jesus Nalgas, Neekolul, Claudipia and more

Join these creators for the ultimate showdown! They’ll battle it out during this new twist on a classic party game. Come see who is crowned champion!

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Creator Track

Beyond Influence: The Art of Building a Brand

Duration: 1 hour

Friday, June 23

1:00 pm – 2:00 pm

The creator economy is the fastest growing element of the media and entertainment landscape — and it’s not just about entertainment anymore but brand building and longevity. Hear from professionals who have worked with creators protecting, amplifying, and surviving off of their brand. Join us for a fascinating and empowering conversation with the industry’s leading amplifiers as they share secrets about how to be more than an influencer.

Creator Track

From YouTube Channel to Successful Talent Studio

Duration: 1 hour

Location: Room 204

Friday, June 23

1:00 pm – 2:00 pm

Featuring: Brent Rivera, Evan Britton

Brent Rivera has been one of the most popular YouTubers over the past decade. A few years ago, he pivoted and co-founded Amp Studios, a creator collection of Brent and Lexi Rivera, Ben Azelart, and several others. Together, they generate over 500 million long-form YouTube views per month and roughly 3 billion total views per month across all platforms. Learn more about what inspired this shift and how Rivera discovered success through collaboration.

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Community Track

Live Podcast: BANTER

Duration: 1 hour

Location: Arena

Friday, June 23

1:00 pm – 2:00 pm

Tag: ASL & CART Services Available

Featuring: Karl Jacobs, GeorgeNotFound, Sapnap

Gen Z’s favorite podcasters are taking the VidCon stage for a LIVE podcast recording session. Join hosts and super-popular streamers Karl Jacobs, Sapnap, and GeorgeNotFound as they bring their #1 rated show to the VidCon audience and see what surprises they have in store!

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Community Track

Let’s Get Animated!

Duration: 1 hour

Location: Discover Stage Presented by Wondershare

Friday, June 23

1:00 pm – 2:00 pm

Featuring: Rebecca Parham (Let Me Explain Studios), King Science, Haminations and more

Drop by to get a glimpse into the lives of your favorite animators! They’ll discuss their favorite tools and techniques, how they bring concepts to life, how they write captivating and entertaining stories, and more during this fun and informative panel.

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Community Track

I Did THAT!

Duration: 1 hour

Location: Amplify Stage

Friday, June 23

1:00 pm – 2:00 pm

Tag: ASL Interpreters Present

Featuring: PENG PENG, Zach and Pat Valentine (Valentine Brothers), Alicia Mccarvell and more

These creators have accomplished so much, but that doesn’t mean that they didn’t encounter some haters along the way. This inspiring group of creators will be discussing how they turned moments where people tried to bring them down, into opportunities that led to new heights

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Community Track

Strut Your Stuff

Duration: 1 hour

Location: Creative Lab Stage

Friday, June 23

1:00 pm – 2:00 pm

Featuring: Crescentshay, Tabitha Swatosh, MissDarcei and more

From flashy and fabulous to eclectic and electric, these creators slay all day! Join them for a fashion-forward panel as they reflect on their unique sense of style and how they found a look to call their own. 

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Community Track

Live Podcast: Very Really Good

Duration: 1 hour

Location: The On Air Stage

Friday, June 23

1:00 pm – 2:00 pm

Featuring: Kurtis Conner, Drew Gooden, Danny Gonzalez

Hang out with Kurtis Conner, Drew Gooden, and Danny Gonzalez for a much-needed laugh as they record an episode of Very Really Good!

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Creator Track

Trivia Game: Facebook Myth vs. Fact

Duration: 1 hour

Location: Room 210

Friday, June 23

1:00 pm – 2:00 pm

Join us for an interactive trivia game about creator tools and tips on Facebook! We will challenge common misconceptions about Facebook, showing how the app is a place for far more than keeping in touch with friends and family – it’s a thriving platform essential for creator success. Through this fun and engaging session, you’ll learn how to leverage Facebook to expand your reach, connect with your audience, and earn money in new and exciting ways.

Industry Track

The Next 100 Billion?

Duration: 45 minutes

Location: Ballroom D

Friday, June 23

1:15 pm – 2:00 pm

Featuring: Tobias Hoss, Megan Lightcap, Teri Yu and more

While explosive growth has defined the recent history of the creator economy, a crowded landscape and complex macroeconomic outlook may indicate that the days of nothing but “up and to right” are behind us. What does the near future of this ecosystem look like? Have rumors of the creator economy’s decline been greatly exaggerated? Join this panel of cross-industry leaders to discuss the direction of the sector, and how emerging technology, platforms, and practices, potential consolidation, and more might shape the next wave of scale.

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Industry Track

Live Shopping: Why Is Everyone Talking About It and What Is It?

Duration: 1 hour

Location: 304ABC

Friday, June 23

1:20 pm – 2:20 pm

Featuring: Max Benator, Mike Westgate, Christian Chanel and more

The press has had a field day reporting on the untimely demise of livestream shopping in the US despite over $500 billion in sales in 2022 in China. The press has mostly gotten it wrong. This multi-part session includes a taxonomy of live and social commerce, tech demos, and a panel of experts, all sharing insight about what’s on the horizon for shoppertainment, social commerce, and more. What will it take for this ecosystem to live up to its multi-billion-dollar potential? Come find out.

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Creator Track

From Shorts to Long-Form: The Algorithm Explained

Duration: 45 minutes

Location: Room 211AB

Friday, June 23

2:00 pm – 2:45 pm

Featuring: Todd Beaupré, Rene Ritchie

Sponsored. Breaking down the opportunities and concerns creators have around YouTube discovery and performance in a multi-option, multi-format world — the latest updates on the bridge between Shorts and long-form videos, multi-language videos, podcasts, and more.

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Industry Track

The Producer Economy: The Future of Creating

Duration: 45 minutes

Location: Room 303AB

Friday, June 23

2:00 pm – 2:45 pm

Featuring: Marc DeBevoise

Sponsored. As the world’s leading streaming platform, Brightcove is identifying a shift in how brands/creators engage, distribute, and monetize content. As we move from a creator economy to a producer economy, creators must emerge as producers by building multi-channel businesses across platforms to own their digital future and protect themselves from changing algorithms, content guidelines, and monetization policies.

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Industry Track

Culture in a Can: The Liquid Death Story

Duration: 30 minutes

Location: Industry Track Mainstage

Friday, June 23

2:00 pm – 2:30 pm

Featuring: Mike Cessario, T.L. Stanley

Liquid Death built a product and brand inside a crowded and historically staid category — then brought it to market by authentically connecting with culture using a level of sophistication normally attributed to movies, music, fashion, or tech. By speaking the language of a digitally native generation and collapsing the line between marketing and entertainment, Liquid Death has secured its place in the cultural lexicon. What’s next? Liquid Death Co-founder and CEO Mike Cessario unpacks what it means to turn quirky moments into cultural capital and how that translates into sustainable success.
 

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Industry Track

From Inspiration to Impact: The Rise of B2B Creators

Duration: 40 minutes

Location: Ballroom D

Friday, June 23

2:20 pm – 3:00 pm

Featuring: Avi Gandhi, James Creech, Priscilla Lau and more

B2B creators and established executives are building engaged communities of professionals on social platforms like LinkedIn and Twitter, through newsletters, and with podcasts. By nature, this relationship is imbued with authenticity, authority, and trust — which can translate into immense value for business-facing brands. This session will unpack the B2B landscape, explore opportunities for both creators and marketers, and provide insights into the future of this rapidly-growing aspect of the creator economy.

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Creator Track

Craft Compelling Stories to Captivate Your Audience

Duration: 1 hour

Friday, June 23

2:30 pm – 3:30 pm

Take your skills to the next level and learn how to create and tell engaging, relatable stories that captivate your audience! We’ll cover the fundamentals of storytelling, including character development, plot structure, and dialogue. You’ll also learn how to use pacing, tone, and imagery to create an immersive experience for your listeners using the equipment you have.

Creator Track

Hobby to Career: Succeed as a Professional Roblox Developer

Duration: 1 hour

Location: Room 213

Friday, June 23

2:30 pm – 3:30 pm

We have all spent hours and hours playing games on Roblox, and some have even created and launched their own games! But competition is fierce with approximately 40 million games vying for users’ attention. How do you turn your passion for Roblox into a full professional career? Join our panel of talented Roblox devs to learn how to build successful games, grow your audience, and work with some of the biggest brands in the world!

Community Track

I Dream of Streaming

Duration: 1 hour

Location: Trending Stage presented by Ruby Gillman, Teenage Kraken

Friday, June 23

2:30 pm – 3:30 pm

Tag: ASL Interpreters Present

Featuring: AustinShow, Eret, Fuslie and more

If you’ve always wanted to turn your play into pay, this session is for you! You’ll hear from the most popular names in streaming as they give you all the information you need to turn your gaming passion into your profession.

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Community Track

The Rest of the Story

Duration: 1 hour

Location: Amplify Stage

Friday, June 23

2:30 pm – 3:30 pm

Featuring: Kat Blaque, Angry Reactions, Keith Lee and more

News over the past three years has given the public the hard truth of what it’s like to exist while being Black. Plus, social media is further pulling back the curtain, providing more visibility than ever into these social issues. Can this increase in public awareness become a catalyst for change? These creators are coming together to have an important conversation about how this media coverage has affected the content they make — and how non-Black allies, whether they are fans or creators, can be an effective force of change in the real world.

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Community Track

Health Is Wealth!

Duration: 1 hour

Location: Creative Lab Stage

Friday, June 23

2:30 pm – 3:30 pm

Featuring: Nicole Laeno, PENG PENG, Studio Jibby and more

From dancing, to basketball, to extreme fitness — these creators inspire us to get up and move! Learn more about how they found their passion and what motivates them to share it with the world.

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Creator Track

Extra! Extra! Get Your News in Memes!

Duration: 1 hour

Location: Room 207

Friday, June 23

2:30 pm – 3:30 pm

Featuring: Dave Jorgenson, Jack Corbett, Sophia Smith Galer

With the number of people sourcing their news from TikTok tripling since 2020, the platform has proven to be more than just a place for teens to show off their dances. Building off of a huge year for news publishers on TikTok, we hear from creators in the news industry describe their path to the platform while discussing how news is made, disseminated, and how it lives on during major news events or the latest viral challenge.

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Industry Track

Digital Native Entertainment Brands Go Global: CoComelon and Blippi

Duration: 30 minutes

Location: Industry Track Mainstage

Friday, June 23

2:30 pm – 3:00 pm

Featuring: Brent Weinstein, Katelynn Heil, Patrick Reese

How do digitally native entertainment brands become blockbuster global franchises? Moonbug knows. Acquired by Candle Media in 2021, Moonbug is an award-winning global entertainment company inspiring kids everywhere with 500M+ YouTube subscribers, driving 8B+ video views per month. Top franchises are syndicated across 150 platforms and 30+ languages, all supported by significant licensing and merchandising programs bringing these characters to life across various products and live experiences. Join GMs from CoComelon & Blippi to hear about the strategy for scaling and expanding these category-defining brands.

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Industry Track

From Likes to Responsibility: Why Cat Memes Are a Global Threat to Humanity

Duration: 10 minutes

Location: Industry Track Mainstage

Friday, June 23

2:30 pm – 2:40 pm

Featuring: Vira Slyvinska

Join this thought-provoking session to explore how the surge of light-hearted content distracts from critical global issues. Hear from a Ukrainian speaker on the consequences of propaganda, and learn how influencers and media companies can be responsible stakeholders in the most precious resource of all — human attention. The session will include a special address from the President of Ukraine, Volodymyr Zelenskyy.

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Industry Track

Community Economy: The New Creator Economy

Duration: 40 minutes

Location: 304ABC

Friday, June 23

2:40 pm – 3:20 pm

Featuring: Nik Sharma, Kevin Gould, Aditi Rajvanshi and more

Join three of the industry’s most forward-looking leaders to kick off VidCon 2023 with this “state of the creator economy” conversation. They’ll delve into the complex, rapidly-evolving landscape, examine key players that make up the creator economy, and explore the changing dynamics between them. What unique challenges and opportunities exist in today’s landscape? How can industry stakeholders prepare for the future and ultimately thrive in this dynamic ecosystem? This deep dive provides a comprehensive outlook for the next 6, 12, and 18 months.

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Creator Track

Grow Your Creator Brand With 360 Services

Duration: 45 minutes

Location: Room 211AB

Friday, June 23

3:00 pm – 3:45 pm

Featuring: Evan Britton, Drew Afualo, Steven He and more

Sponsored. As the pool of opportunity widens for creators, the team driving monetization and the expansion of your brand is more important than ever. Learn how to choose the right team for your goals and which services are actually geared for creator growth. Hear from Viral Nation creators who have successfully diversified their brands and the industry professionals who helped them do it.

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Industry Track

Unlock the Secret of Viral TikTok Ads

Duration: 45 minutes

Location: Room 303AB

Friday, June 23

3:00 pm – 3:45 pm

Featuring: Jason Neuman, Long Ma

Sponsored. Have you ever wondered how to make your ads go viral on TikTok? In this session sponsored by CapCut, we’ll invite creators and brands to share their success stories, and speak about how you can take advantage of the power of AI and high-impact editing tools to move faster than your competitor.

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Industry Track

Paradigm Shifts & New POVs: Rethinking Everything from Entertainment to Education

Duration: 35 minutes

Location: Industry Track Mainstage

Friday, June 23

3:05 pm – 3:40 pm

Featuring: Joshua Cohen, Sarah Craig, Steven Greenwood

A series of short talks from notable industry leaders highlight how the creator economy is changing… everything. At universities, on film lots, in living rooms, board rooms, and beyond, there is a new world order being created in real time. New worlds require new thinking, and these talks will educate and inspire, helping us all to rethink and reframe how we see the future.

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Industry Track

Formalizing the Back-of-Camera Ecosystem

Duration: 40 minutes

Location: Ballroom D

Friday, June 23

3:20 pm – 4:00 pm

Featuring: Sierra Schultzzie, Rebecca Zamolo, Devin Robbins and more

We recognize the people in front of the camera or mic, but pull back the curtain and it’s clear a host of talented individuals are helping to create the content we see, hear, and stream. While having access to editors, copywriters, producers, graphic designers, and more is a critical piece of scaling a creator’s brand, it can also be a cumbersome process. This session explores how formalizing this BOC ecosystem might ease the burden associated with discovering, evaluating, contracting, and ensuring delivery of creative services.

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Industry Track

Have We Reached "Peak Creator"?

Duration: 25 minutes

Location: Industry Track Mainstage

Friday, June 23

3:25 pm – 3:50 pm

Featuring: Kc Ifeanyi, Sean Atkins, Philip DeFranco

Join pioneering creator Philip DeFranco, Fast Company’s KC Ifeanyi, and Jellysmack President Sean Atkins for a timely exploration of the current state of the creator economy. After experiencing explosive growth in 2022, the industry faces new challenges and uncertainties. Is the creator bubble about to burst, or is there still room for innovation and growth? Whether you’re a creator, business leader, or simply interested in the future of the creator economy, you’ll get valuable insight on what’s working, what’s next, and how to stay ahead in a rapidly changing industry. 

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Industry Track

Breaking the BS Barrier: CMOs on Genuine Community Building

Duration: 25 minutes

Location: Industry Track Mainstage

Friday, June 23

3:40 pm – 4:05 pm

Featuring: Brendan Gahan, Erika Bennett, Katie Welch

What does it really mean to build community in today’s world, especially when it comes to GenZ and Alpha? One thing we know for sure — there are no shortcuts. In this session top CMOs share insight into how brands can create real, meaningful, and sustainable communities by treating their customers like people, rather than just “consumers”. Learn how leading brands are establishing impactful relationships with creators and their fans, and why this ultimately fosters a strong sense of belonging and engagement that break the BS barrier.

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Industry Track

Build, Buy, or Outsource? Product Development, Supply Chains & 3PL

Duration: 45 minutes

Location: 304ABC

Friday, June 23

3:50 pm – 4:35 pm

Featuring: Zach Ferraro, Sarah Chessis, Riley Stricklin and more

We are seeing a seismic shift in the commerce landscape as creators leverage their influence and audience to launch their own products. While the proliferation of ecommerce tools and platforms make starting a business easy, managing a vertically integrated supply chain can be complex and time consuming. This session explores the spectrum of possibility — from fully outsourced to deeply in-housed — and shares insight into the challenges and opportunities that come with each option.

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Creator Track

Beyond Influence: The Art of Building a Brand

Duration: 1 hour

Friday, June 23

4:00 pm – 5:00 pm

The creator economy is the fastest growing element of the media and entertainment landscape — and it’s not just about entertainment anymore but brand building and longevity. Hear from professionals who have worked with creators protecting, amplifying, and surviving off of their brand. Join us for a fascinating and empowering conversation with the industry’s leading amplifiers as they share secrets about how to be more than an influencer.

Creator Track

Conquering Burnout in Gaming's Relentless Race

Duration: 1 hour

Location: Room 207

Friday, June 23

4:00 pm – 5:00 pm

Featuring: Chris Mancil

The gaming industry presents unique challenges, with creators facing pressure to consistently deliver fresh content while maintaining a positive attitude in an often repetitive gameplay environment. This panel will delve into the struggles creators encounter amidst constant audience demands and intense channel competition. Topics will include methods for reinventing content, engaging with the community, prioritizing self-care, and fostering resilience and adaptability to successfully navigate the competitive landscape.

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Creator Track

CreateGPT: AI Workflows for Serious Creators

Duration: 1 hour

Location: Room 210

Friday, June 23

4:00 pm – 5:00 pm

Featuring: Paul Bakaus, Peter Hollens

Anyone can show you the various available AI tools, but we’ll be going much deeper. This talk will take a deep dive into the current landscape of AI. Learn more about each tool’s strengths to uncover the multitude of workflows that creators can use today to make their content production faster, easier, and better.

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Community Track

AMP World Takeover

Duration: 1 hour

Location: Arena

Friday, June 23

4:00 pm – 5:00 pm

Featuring: Brent Rivera, Lexi Rivera, Ben Azelart and more

Join your favorite squad all in one place! Anything can happen during this creator’s choice session, so come prepared for fun.

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Creator Track

Riding the Short-Form Wave

Duration: 1 hour

Location: Room 213

Friday, June 23

4:00 pm – 5:00 pm

Featuring: Evan Britton

All of the major platforms are prioritizing short-form content, allowing creators to gain leverage like never before. In this session, we’ll examine the similarities and differences between each platform’s short-form strategy. Plus, we’ll dive into how creators are best harnessing the power of short-form content and the business model behind it.

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Community Track

Get Smart

Duration: 1 hour

Location: Spotlight Stage

Friday, June 23

4:00 pm – 5:00 pm

Featuring: sidneyraz, Renegade Science Teacher, The Truth Doctor and more

At the intersection of entertainment and education, these creators aim to teach you something new with almost every upload! Join these brilliant minds as they break down the process of delivering lessons that make us a little smarter every day.

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Community Track

Kickin’ It with KREW

Duration: 1 hour

Location: Trending Stage presented by Ruby Gillman, Teenage Kraken

Friday, June 23

4:00 pm – 5:00 pm

Tag: ASL Interpreters Present

Featuring: KREW

Join one of the biggest gaming groups as they gather to answer your questions, discuss creating content as a family, and lead the audience in some interactive activities!

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Community Track

The Art of Finding the Funny

Duration: 1 hour

Location: Discover Stage Presented by Wondershare

Friday, June 23

4:00 pm – 5:00 pm

Featuring: Brother of color, KeemoKazi, Kallmekris and more

With humor, satire, silliness, and sometimes even social commentary, comedy creators bring a much-needed dose of laughter to an often too-serious world. During this panel, you’ll have the opportunity to learn about their creative process and how they put their comedic spin on everyday, relatable topics.

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Community Track

Do Good, Feel Good

Duration: 1 hour

Location: Amplify Stage

Friday, June 23

4:00 pm – 5:00 pm

Featuring: Beauty2thestreetz, MdMotivator, juixxe and more

In this panel, creators will discuss how they’re using their platforms to make a positive impact on their communities. Tune in to hear about the ways in which content creators influence their audience to promote change, the ethical challenges they face, and tips for identifying content that reflects sincere beliefs versus content that prioritizes clicks.

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Community Track

Live Podcast: The Comment Section

Duration: 1 hour

Location: The On Air Stage

Friday, June 23

4:00 pm – 5:00 pm

Featuring: Drew Afualo

It’s going DOWN in the comments! Join us for this live recording of The Comment Section, where defender of women on the internet, Drew Afualo, and guests will explore the dreaded comment section of their tagged videos on TikTok.

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Creator Track

Creator Keynote: The Beyonce Method – How to Reach Billions on a Budget

Duration: 1 hour

Location: Room 204

Friday, June 23

4:00 pm – 5:00 pm

After nearly a decade working inside YouTube and Instagram, Jon shares his best tips from top creators, brands, and celebrities — including the one and only Beyonce. This keynote features Jon’s in-depth case study of Beyonce, revealing a rare glimpse into how she uses social media to find ideas, how she’s stayed relevant for 20 years, and what tactics to apply to your brand regardless of budget. Simply put, the “Beyonce Method” is a modern blueprint that’s as entertaining as it is educational when it comes to taking your storytelling, strategy, and marketing to the next level regardless of your industry, expertise, or resources.

Creator Track

​​Creating Impact for Social Good with The Ad Council

Duration: 1 hour

Location: Room 202

Friday, June 23

4:00 pm – 5:00 pm

Featuring: Elena Havas Taylor, Jenny Lapat, Michael Alfaro and more

Looking to use your platform to support causes you care about? Ad Council’s Creators for Good program is the premier partner for mobilizing influential trusted messengers in support of the country’s most pressing issues. With over 30 campaigns ranging from Suicide Prevention to Fentanyl Awareness to Wildfire Prevention, you can find a cause that you’re passionate about. Tune in to learn the various ways we can work together to drive awareness and create a lasting impact in our communities.

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Creator Track

Turning Virality into Longevity

Duration: 45 minutes

Location: Room 211AB

Friday, June 23

4:00 pm – 4:45 pm