PanelPicker
- Does my video have to be related to my speaking proposal?
- Will I be able to make changes (big or small) to my proposal after the voting interface goes live?
- Can I preview what my proposal will look like before actually entering it?
- Will all the information I enter on this form be seen in the public interface?
- I have a product or service I think SXSW audiences need to hear about. Can I propose a session to promote my idea?
- Why do I have to check all the boxes on the Agreements page before I can send in my idea?
- What does the PanelPicker entry form mean when it asks for "Primary Contact" or “Organizer” information?
- What if I am entering this idea on behalf of my client, or someone else?
- Do I need to have other speakers confirmed when I enter my PANEL idea?
- What if I want to propose a speaker for my session that I’m not currently in contact with?
- How many speakers should I add to my session idea?
- What role do moderators play? Do I have to have a moderator if I propose a panel?
- What sort of speaker lineup makes for the best presentations?
- When does the PanelPicker voting and commenting interface voting open? How long is it open?
- Can anyone vote and/or post comments on my session proposal?
- Are comments on PanelPicker proposals moderated?
- Can I encourage voting for my proposal on my blog or via my social media channels?
- How much weight do votes from the public have in the selection process?
- What do I need to do to be able to vote in PanelPicker?
- If I enter a proposal to the PanelPicker, should I encourage my friends to vote for my idea?
- When the voting interface goes live, can I post comments about my own proposal?
- Why doesn't SXSW post the voting totals?
- How can my idea compete against people who have large email lists?
- What is the SXSW Advisory Board?
- Are there videos or audio recordings of past sessions that I can browse to learn more about the kinds of topics you cover at SXSW?
- If I have spoken at SXSW before, is my proposal more likely to be accepted?
- If my idea is selected, do I get free admission to SXSW?
- If my idea is selected, do my other speakers get a free admission to SXSW?
- If my idea is selected, does SXSW pay for my travel or lodging?
- If my idea is selected, how can I best prepare for my session?