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72 MEET UPS Designed to provide a designated location and time for SXSW registrants to network with other industry professionals who share similar career paths, passions, and social interests. MUSIC FESTIVAL CREW Operates during the nights of SXSW Music (March 15 – 20). Music Festival crews work on an hourly basis. Crews work at various SXSW official music venues. ON-SITE Refers to the period of time on location at the ACC and official venues during SXSW operations. PANELS Panels typically feature one moderator and four or five industry experts who represent different perspectives and opinions. Solo and dual presentations offer less diversity of opinion, but more in-depth analysis. Each of these types of sessions is one hour in length. PRODUCTION VILLAGE Area in Exhibit Hall 5 of the ACC that houses the majority of the SXSW Staff work areas. Volunteer Central is located in Production Village. REGISTRATION ANNEX The area located across from main Registration in Exhibit Hall 5 where check- in desks for groups including housing, press, sponsors, speakers and exhibitors are located. SHIFT LEADER Returning volunteers who have demonstrated excellent leadership and communication skills. Shift leaders are chosen by the crew chiefs to assist them during a particular shift. SHOWCASE Refers to the slotted time in which a chosen SXSW music act performs their music/talent. STAGE MANAGER Volunteer manager that coordinates volunteers and music showcases within their assigned SXSW music venue. SVC Special Venues Crew. Roaming volunteer teams that assist venues in need of additional crowd control. SVC volunteers handle lines and crowds at official venues only. THEATER MANAGER Volunteer manager in charge of a specific SXSW theater. They are responsible for making sure the theater runs smoothly, and communicate any problems to the SXSW Staff. TRADE SHOW Four-day exhibition show that brings together organizations that define the ever-evolving relationship between media, technology, creators and consumers. Operating days are March 13th-16th COMMONLY USED TERMS (CONTINUED)