For professionals currently working in the entertainment and hobby industry.
Professional and B2B Programming
MCM’s professional programming returns to London with even more opportunities to get involved, network, and discover the latest trends in entertainment and media!
Whether you’re looking to grow your personal brand, learn about market trends or connect with industry pros, we will be hosting a weekend of programming for Industry and Creator badge holders focused on the business of Pop Culture.
Professional Programming takes place on Level 3 of the Platinum Suite. The Platinum suite is accessible via the main boulevard located between halls N3 & S3.
You can find a full schedule of the weekend’s events to plan your experience around coming very soon!
Dicebreaker Presents: Tabletop Creators Summit
Date: Friday 24 May 2024
Time: 10:00am-7:00pm
Location: Room 2, Level 3 of the Platinum Suite
Working on your own tabletop RPG or board game? Wondering how to turn it into the next hit like Dungeons & Dragons or Catan? Dicebreaker’s Tabletop Creators Summit is the place to be! The free one-day B2B event on Friday 24th May starts with a morning of talks from industry experts on topics including the state of the tabletop market, navigating game law, crowdfunding, design, marketing your game and more.
In the afternoon, attendees are able to network with each other to share ideas and establish contacts for future collaboration, as well as sharing their own advice in informal ‘unconference’ sessions. Whether you’re just starting out in the industry, looking for a publisher or wondering how to turn your hobby into a career, the Tabletop Creators Summit is an invaluable opportunity to meet fellow designers, publishers and members of the tabletop industry.
Creator to Creator: Crafting your Career
Date: Friday 24 May 2024
Time: 12:00pm-12:40pm
Location: Room 3, Level 3 of the Platinum Suite
Are you looking to elevate your content while managing the responsibilities of the 9-5 grind? Join these two creators as they discuss their different paths to success, how they authentically represent themselves and the lessons they’ve learned along the way. *Please note this event is only accessible to Artist Alley, Exhibitor, Creator and Industry Badge holders*
ReedPop Insights: Social Media Trends
Date: Friday 24 May 2024
Time: 1:00pm-1:40pm
Location: Room 3, Level 3 of the Platinum Suite
With social media ever evolving, come and hear from influential creators and brands on the latest trends and insights happening now. From the right tone of voice to brands embracing the power of live streaming, this panel of experts discuss driving engagement and building credibility with your audience. *Please note this event is only accessible to Artist Alley, Exhibitor and Industry Badge holders*
Learn What the Press Wants
Date: Friday 24 May 2024
Time: 2:00pm-2:40pm
Location: Room 3, Level 3 of the Platinum Suite
Looking for ways to get your project or product covered? Come hear firsthand from journalists and industry insiders on what can help get you in front of the press to get the best coverage. *Please note this event is only accessible to Artist Alley, Exhibitor, and Industry Badge holders*
Taking IPs into Entertainment
Date: Friday 24 May 2024
Time: 3:00pm-3:40pm
Location: Room 3, Level 3 of the Platinum Suite
Hear from some of the creative teams who have transformed the cinematic elements of the stories and characters of books, graphic novels and games onto the big screen. Learn best practices of licensing, creative structure and accuracy behind these adaptations. *Please note this event is only accessible to Artist Alley, Exhibitor, and Industry Badge holders*
Helping Worlds Collide: Brand Partnerships
Date: Friday 24 May 2024
Time: 4:00pm-4:40pm
Location: Room 3, Level 3 of the Platinum Suite
Looking for ways to get involved with and engage directly with brands? Learn from this panel of experts as they discuss what brands are looking for, what parameters they work within, brand ROI and how online creators can grow their reach alongside relevant brands. *Please note this event is only accessible to Artist Alley, Exhibitor, Creator and Industry Badge holders*
Creating a Culture of Advocacy
Date: Friday 24 May 2024
Time: 5:00pm-5:40pm
Location: Room 3, Level 3 of the Platinum Suite
Hear from creators and brands about how they are using social media platforms to facilitate accessibility education and cultivate understanding, while highlighting important conversations. *Please note this event is only accessible to Artist Alley, Exhibitor, Creator and Industry Badge holders*
Diamond Comic Distributors Retailer Day
Date: Saturday 25 May 2024
Time: 9:00am-1:00pm
Location: Room 3, Level 3 of the Platinum Suite
We are pleased to announce that the Diamond Comic Distributors Retailer Day will be returning to MCM Comic Con London this May, and comic book retailers are cordially invited to attend!
The event will take place in conjunction with the MCM Comic Con at the Excel Centre in London on Saturday 25th May 2024.
Full details of the agenda and attending publishers with presentations are to be confirmed, but the event is sure to be of interest to all UK retailers visiting.
All Diamond UK retailers are invited to attend. Space is limited to two attendees per account.
Please note that space is limited, and places will be filled on a first come, first served basis.
Capturing Attention in a World of Scrolling
Date: Saturday 25 May 2024
Time: 2:00pm-3:00pm
Location: Room 3, Level 3 of the Platinum Suite
Join this panel of experts as they dive into the evolving change of consumer dynamics; the lure of social media; discuss what brands are doing differently to stand out and the hot topic of how to stop or embrace the scroll. *Please note this event is only accessible to Artist Alley, Exhibitor, Creator and Industry Badge holders*
The State of Gaming in the UK
Date: Saturday 25 May 2024
Time: 3:15pm-3:55pm
Location: Room 3, Level 3 of the Platinum Suite
Discuss the current state of the UK games market and how best to navigate it through 2024 and beyond with this panel of experts. *Please note this event is only accessible to Exhibitor and Industry Badge holders*
The Creative Revolution
Date: Saturday 25 May 2024
Time: 4:10pm-4:50pm
Location: Room 3, Level 3 of the Platinum Suite
Join this panel of experts as they discuss the impact of generative AI, content creation and building a culture of creativity in the next generation. *Please note this event is only accessible to Artist Alley, Exhibitor, Creator and Industry Badge holders*
Pop Culture Q&A
Date: Saturday 25 May 2024
Time: 4:10pm-4:50pm
Location: Room 3, Level 3 of the Platinum Suite
An open Q&A on pop culture, events, and more. *Please note this event is only accessible to Industry Badge holders*
Everything You Need to Know about Indie Publishing
Date: Sunday 26 May 2024
Time: 12:15pm-1:00pm
Location: Room 2, Level 3 of the Platinum Suite
Are you ready to publish your book, but you're not sure where to turn? One option, chosen by an ever-increasing number of writers, is to self-publish. Join this panel of experts as they discuss the process of, and challenges and opportunities presented by, independent publishing. *Please note this event is only accessible to Artist Alley, Exhibitor, Creator and Industry Badge holders*
Demystifying BookTok
Date: Sunday 26 May 2024
Time: 1:15pm-2:00pm
Location: Room 2, Level 3 of the Platinum Suite
Books and social media have had a happy relationship for years. But TikTok, and BookTok in particular, have taken that to a whole new level. Hear this panel of experts discuss how to navigate, and get the most out of, BookTok to advance your writing projects. *Please note this event is only accessible to Artist Alley, Exhibitor, Creator and Industry Badge holders*
Book Market Trends
Date: Sunday 26 May 2024
Time: 2:00pm-2:40pm
Location: Room 3, Level 3 of the Platinum Suite
What’s big this year in the book market, what trends selling and what’s not? Hear from agents and publishers who receive a lot of submissions on what we should be looking out in 2024 and beyond. *Please note this event is only accessible to Artist Alley, Exhibitor and Industry Badge holders*
Diversity & Inclusion In Publishing
Date: Sunday 26 May 2024
Time: 2:55pm-3:35pm
Location: Room 3, Level 3 of the Platinum Suite
Diverse books aren’t just for the diverse – they are for all of us and publishers are looking for ways in which to celebrate and support inclusivity in their authors, writers, speakers and stories. Hear from the industry on what we should be looking out for to include more diversity in SFF, YA, horror and beyond. *Please note this event is only accessible to Artist Alley, Exhibitor and Industry Badge holders*
Creators and Content Quality
Date: Sunday 26 May 2024
Time: 3:30pm-4:10pm
Location: Room 3, Level 3 of the Platinum Suite
From how to work a green screen, to editing meticulous footage cuts, infusing videos with character and the addition of sound effects, learn from these pros the importance of content quality when it comes to captivating storytelling. *Please note this event is only accessible to Artist Alley, Exhibitor, Creator and Industry Badge holders*
Industry & Creator Passes
Industry Passes
Creator Passes
Influencers attending MCM Comic Con can apply for a complimentary creator pass.