The Game Developers Conference® Online is giving game developers and technology professionals - both new and returning - a special opportunity to attend the premier developer event for online and connected gaming. For a limited time, GDC Online is awarding complimentary Expo Passes to professionals employed in the videogame industry, technology or related field. In addition, if you are currently seeking job opportunities within the game industry, we welcome your application.

Taking place on October 10-13 in Austin, Texas, GDC Online attracts over 3,000 attendees from across the globe. The community-oriented conference is an excellent resource for networking and business opportunities that help drive the $19 billion video-game industry.

Step out of the studio and into the halls of GDC Online with an Expo Pass:

Discover the latest tools and techniques being used in the industry. Make connections with online game publishers, service providers, payment solution companies, development tool vendor, recruitment reps and other exhibitors on the GDC Online Expo Floor. Network while you play at the Expo Networking Lounge, GDC Online Opening Night Party and the GDC Online Happy Hour. Rub elbows with indies, social game devs, and traditional developers. Celebrate the creativity, ingenuity and innovation your fellow industry peers and games created in the last year at the second annual Game Developers Choice Online Awards ceremony. PLUS: Access to (3) free conference sessions

Score some ultra-slick GDC Online swag! Accepted applicants will recieve a special voucher to redeem a free 32oz BPA-free water bottle on-site at GDC Online. And while you're there, you might even snag a stylish messenger bag or iPad sleeve!

So what's the catch? You must be a professional employed in the videogame industry, technology or related field, or seeking job opportunities within the game industry and have not yet registered for a GDC Online 2011 pass. You must 18 or older with a valid ID. Applications will be accepted through 3pm CST on Tuesday, October 11.

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*Applicants applying for the two-day Expo pass (valid for entry to the GDC Online Expo Floor and designated events on October 11-12, 2011 only) will be reviewed and notified approximately daily leading up to GDC Online 2011. Submission does not guarantee entry. Refunds will not be issued for previously purchased passes. Face value of the Expo Pass is $149.