Cosplay Content Creators

Information

Thank you for your interest in being a Cosplay Content Creator for AnimeNJ++! As a Cosplay Content Creator, you will be a walking Featured Cosplayer for AnimeNJ++ and host content, including cosplay meetings and panels, in exchange for being promoted through the AnimeNJ++ social media and website.

Please take a moment to review the following Cosplay Content Creator guidelines, expectations, and compensation before submitting your Cosplay Content Creator application. If you have any questions, feel free to reach out to hailiumworkshop@gmail.com.

Rules & Guidelines

Guidelines

• Applications will be accepted from June 16th, 2026 through July 24th, 2026. Late applications will be automatically denied.
• Cosplay Content Creators must be at least 18 years of age as of November 13th, 2026.
• AnimeNJ++ will select no more than three (3) Cosplay Content Creators from the applicant pool.
• AnimeNJ++ is looking for Cosplay Content Creators with a following on social media, the ability and energy to engage the cosplaying attendees that will be in attendance at AnimeNJ++, and display the necessary level of professionalism to represent the AnimeNJ++ brand.
• AnimeNJ++ is a family-friendly convention and as a Cosplay Content Creator, your cosplays and any content generated for the purposes of promoting AnimeNJ++ or your appearance at AnimeNJ++ shall be family-friendly (think PG-13).
• Cosplay Content Creator applicants will receive a confirmation email after submission of the application; if no confirmation email has been received, please reach out to hailiumworkshop@gmail.com.
• Applicants will hear back regarding the status of their application by August 7th, 2026.
• AnimeNJ++ will not cover the costs of travel or lodging, or provide any other forms of compensation other than what is listed below.
• Cosplay Content Creators shall be respectful to AnimeNJ++ staff, Hilton Hasbrouck Heights/Meadowlands staff, and fellow attendees.

Expectations

All accepted Cosplay Content Creators agree to the following:

• To conduct oneself in a professional manner. As a Cosplay Content Creator, you are representing AnimeNJ++.
• To be in cosplay during convention hours.
• To be present during convention hours and engage attendees; especially those in cosplay.
• To attend the Cosplay Masquerade.
• To promote ones selection and appearance as a Cosplay Content Creator and AnimeNJ++ on social media.
• To host three (3) Cosplay Meetups (one each day); the fandom/theme shall be selected by the Cosplay Content Creator but should be popular so to engage many attendees.
• To host one (1) panel, as scheduled by AnimeNJ++ Programming Staff; the subject and content of the panel shall be selected by the Cosplay Content Creator but should be popular so to engage many attendees.

Compensation

All accepted Cosplay Content Creators will be compensated with the following:

• Two (2) Weekend Badges to AnimeNJ++ 2026.
• Promotion via the AnimeNJ++ website and social media.