Dark Horse will be at Comic Con. G4TV will be at Comic Con. The question is, will you be at Comic Con? If you'd like to be, but aren't sure if you'll be able to find the scratch to get out there, stay and go to the show, then check out the "Con-Test" being hosted by Dark Horse and G4TV.
All you have to do is prove that you know you some pop culture.
Fans are asked to submit a video that demonstrates their knowledge and love of pop culture by June 22, 2009. The winner will get airfare and accommodations for themselves and one guest for Comic Con, as well as the chance to be a Special Correspondent for G4, appearing on the air. Not only that, but you'll also get a Dark Horse grab bag worth about $600, as well as special access to all Dark Horse related events and signings.
Your video will be judged based on overall knowledge of all things pop culture, creativity and charisma. Your video must be at least 30 seconds long, but no longer than ten minutes.
Full press release below.
G4 and Dark Horse Comics Launch Special "Con-Test"
Winner Will Join G4's Olivia Munn, Kevin Pereira and Blair Butler as Special Correspondent at Comic-Con 2009 and Receive Exclusive Privileges from Dark Horse Comics
MILWAUKIE, OR, May 15 - Beginning today, G4 and Dark Horse Comics are kicking off a search for the ultimate Comic-Con fan who will receive the opportunity of a lifetime -- the chance to appear in G4's special coverage of the year's most buzzed about convention. One lucky winner will be selected as a "Special Correspondent" to G4 and join "Attack of the Show" hosts Olivia Munn and Kevin Pereira, as well as Comic Book Expert Blair Butler on the show floor. Dark Horse, one of the largest comic book publishers, with titles like Hellboy, Star Wars, Umbrella Academy, Buffy the Vampire Slayer, and Alien will also welcome the winner as their "official guest," granting access to their special events and more. To enter, fans are encouraged to create a video that demonstrates their pop culture knowledge and on-camera abilities, and submit to g4tv.com/comiccon. The "Con-Test" kicks off Friday, May 15, 2009, and closes at 11:59PM on June 22, 2009.
Once again, G4 will present special coverage of Comic-Con 2009 direct from the show floor. Last year's attendance broke all records, topping 160,000 people and solidifying Comic-Con as the one of the biggest pop culture conventions in the world. G4 and Dark Horse Comics will bring one lucky fan to the heart of it all and put them in the spotlight at this massive event devoted to comic books, sci-fi, fantasy, horror, movies, video games, TV and more. G4's Kevin Pereira and Blair Butler will announce the winner live on "Attack of the Show" on June 29.
"Comic Con International has become the ultimate pop culture gathering for fans of almost any medium," said Dark Horse President, Mike Richardson. "What better way to reward our fans than with a chance to appear on the ultimate pop culture television show with our creators and top talent. The winner of this contest is sure to have the time of their life!"
"G4 viewers are huge fans of Dark Horse Comics and Comic-Con is the perfect opportunity for us to team up," said Neal Tiles, President, G4. "Comic-con is a major event for our audience and we are excited to reward the hard and true comic book fans with a chance to experience the phenomenon in person."
Contest details:
*Fans must submit a video that demonstrates their knowledge and love of pop culture.
* Submission dates: May 15, 2009 - June 22, 2009.
* Winner will receive airfare and accommodations for themselves and 1 guest to Comic Con '09
Winner will have an opportunity to act as "Special Correspondent" for G4 and appear on air.
* Winner and guest will each receive a Dark Horse grab bag valued at $600.
* Winner and guest will be given special access to all Dark Horse related events and signings.
Contestants will be judged on overall knowledge of all things pop culture, creativity and on-screen charisma demonstrated in their videos. G4 and Dark Horse Comics want to find the ultimate pop culture fanatic and stand-out personality who deserves this special Comic-Con opportunity. Videos must be at least 30 seconds in length and no longer than 10 minutes.
For official contest rules and to submit videos please visit http:g4tv.com/comiccon
Dark Horse will be at Comic Con. G4TV will be at Comic Con. The question is, will you be at Comic Con? If you'd like to be, but aren't sure if you'll be able to find the scratch to get out there, stay and go to the show, then check out the "Con-Test" being hosted by Dark Horse and G4TV.
All you have to do is prove that you know you some pop culture.
Fans are asked to submit a video that demonstrates their knowledge and love of pop culture by June 22, 2009. The winner will get airfare and accommodations for themselves and one guest for Comic Con, as well as the chance to be a Special Correspondent for G4, appearing on the air. Not only that, but you'll also get a Dark Horse grab bag worth about $600, as well as special access to all Dark Horse related events and signings.
Your video will be judged based on overall knowledge of all things pop culture, creativity and charisma. Your video must be at least 30 seconds long, but no longer than ten minutes.
Full press release below.
G4 and Dark Horse Comics Launch Special "Con-Test"
Winner Will Join G4's Olivia Munn, Kevin Pereira and Blair Butler as Special Correspondent at Comic-Con 2009 and Receive Exclusive Privileges from Dark Horse Comics
MILWAUKIE, OR, May 15 - Beginning today, G4 and Dark Horse Comics are kicking off a search for the ultimate Comic-Con fan who will receive the opportunity of a lifetime -- the chance to appear in G4's special coverage of the year's most buzzed about convention. One lucky winner will be selected as a "Special Correspondent" to G4 and join "Attack of the Show" hosts Olivia Munn and Kevin Pereira, as well as Comic Book Expert Blair Butler on the show floor. Dark Horse, one of the largest comic book publishers, with titles like Hellboy, Star Wars, Umbrella Academy, Buffy the Vampire Slayer, and Alien will also welcome the winner as their "official guest," granting access to their special events and more. To enter, fans are encouraged to create a video that demonstrates their pop culture knowledge and on-camera abilities, and submit to g4tv.com/comiccon. The "Con-Test" kicks off Friday, May 15, 2009, and closes at 11:59PM on June 22, 2009.
Once again, G4 will present special coverage of Comic-Con 2009 direct from the show floor. Last year's attendance broke all records, topping 160,000 people and solidifying Comic-Con as the one of the biggest pop culture conventions in the world. G4 and Dark Horse Comics will bring one lucky fan to the heart of it all and put them in the spotlight at this massive event devoted to comic books, sci-fi, fantasy, horror, movies, video games, TV and more. G4's Kevin Pereira and Blair Butler will announce the winner live on "Attack of the Show" on June 29.
"Comic Con International has become the ultimate pop culture gathering for fans of almost any medium," said Dark Horse President, Mike Richardson. "What better way to reward our fans than with a chance to appear on the ultimate pop culture television show with our creators and top talent. The winner of this contest is sure to have the time of their life!"
"G4 viewers are huge fans of Dark Horse Comics and Comic-Con is the perfect opportunity for us to team up," said Neal Tiles, President, G4. "Comic-con is a major event for our audience and we are excited to reward the hard and true comic book fans with a chance to experience the phenomenon in person."
Contest details:
*Fans must submit a video that demonstrates their knowledge and love of pop culture.
* Submission dates: May 15, 2009 - June 22, 2009.
* Winner will receive airfare and accommodations for themselves and 1 guest to Comic Con '09
Winner will have an opportunity to act as "Special Correspondent" for G4 and appear on air.
* Winner and guest will each receive a Dark Horse grab bag valued at $600.
* Winner and guest will be given special access to all Dark Horse related events and signings.
Contestants will be judged on overall knowledge of all things pop culture, creativity and on-screen charisma demonstrated in their videos. G4 and Dark Horse Comics want to find the ultimate pop culture fanatic and stand-out personality who deserves this special Comic-Con opportunity. Videos must be at least 30 seconds in length and no longer than 10 minutes.
For official contest rules and to submit videos please visit http:g4tv.com/comiccon
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