Game Developers Conference Staffing | GDC San Francisco Event Staff

Professional brand ambassadors and event staff for GDC at Moscone Center.

Professional GDC Staffing for San Francisco

Eleven8 provides experienced Game Developers Conference staff for the world's largest professional gaming industry event. Our San Francisco team understands what makes game industry conferences unique, creating engaging experiences for the 30,000+ developers, publishers, and industry professionals who fill Moscone Center annually for this five-day gaming summit.

Build your perfect GDC team with Eleven8. We'll match availability to your conference schedule and share detailed staff profiles, so you can hand-pick the people who genuinely understand gaming and fit your GDC goals.

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How We Staff Every Game Developers Conference Show

Every Eleven8 activation follows our proven 11-step event process — built from thousands of trade shows and refined for the demands of Game Developers Conference's large-scale, multi-building campus.

From the moment your team is booked, a dedicated account manager oversees your entire activation with offsite operations management included at no additional cost. Pre-show chats run through separate client and team channels so everyone is aligned before a single buyer walks the floor.

On show day, staff clock in via geo-located check-in 15 minutes early, complete a full showroom walkthrough, and are set up at stations 30 minutes before buyer doors open. A dedicated group chat keeps your team connected in real time for instant resolution of on-the-ground logistics across all three buildings.

1 backup per 8 staff members — included at no additional cost

Geo-located clock in & out — real-time confirmation your team is on site across the Game Developers Conference's campus

Dedicated account manager & on-site supervisors — every show, every building

Post-show recap & staff feedback reports — so you know exactly how your showroom performed

11 Steps for a Successful Show

Our process, every time

1

Pre-Show Chats

Client chat with you + our leads. Team chat with leads + full crew — building and floor assignments confirmed.

2

Arrival

15 min early. Geo-located clock-in confirms your team is on campus before the show opens.

3

Walkthrough

Showroom stations, restrooms, freight elevators, and restricted areas identified.

4

Assignments

Managers, captains, and leads align on showroom and floor assignments across all buildings.

5

Pre-Shift

All hands briefing — show timeline, buyer flow expectations, and how to succeed on the floor.

6

Set Up

Showroom stations and order-writing areas ready 30 minutes before buyer doors open.

7

Execution

Buyers arrive. Leads monitor floor traffic and adjust staffing in real time.

8

Breaks

Leads administer breaks per applicable labor law without dropping buyer coverage.

9

Corrective Action

Any issues handled discreetly by leads — never in front of buyers or clients.

10

Breakdown

Showroom broken down and secured after buyer departure to client satisfaction.

11

Post-Shift

Credentials collected, team debriefed. Captains report show-floor feedback to managers.

GDC Staffing Types

Brand Ambassadors Expo Staff Indie Showcase Support Developer Relations

Our GDC Brand Ambassadors excel at the world's biggest game development conference. From packed expo halls to indie game showcases, they represent your gaming brand with real industry knowledge and genuine passion, helping you connect with the 30,000+ developers, publishers, and innovators who fill Moscone Center.

Eleven8's Gaming Client Portfolio

Eleven8 is San Francisco's trusted GDC staffing partner, chosen by leading game studios, indie developers, hardware manufacturers, and gaming platforms. Our well-trained conference staff deliver top-notch representation, combining gaming industry knowledge with polished service. Whether demoing new engines in crowded booths or hosting publisher meetings in VIP lounges, our Bay Area team handles each client's specific needs with precision while keeping things confidential in this competitive gaming market.

How to Book GDC Staff

Step 1

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Contact Us

Inquire through our website or give us a call at 323-426-6910

Step 2

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Get Quote

We send you a quote and presentation with available staff and experience.

Step 3

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Confirm

Confirm your event details, select uniform and preferred staff.

Step 4

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Payment

Make a payment to confirm booking and enjoy your event with your preferred team.

Top Talent for Your GDC Activation

Through deep understanding of San Francisco's gaming workforce and personality assessment, we build teams perfectly matched to your objectives and ready to connect with GDC's passionate, creative audience.

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Staffing Services

Explore our wide range of staffing solutions

Event Staff

Promotional & Experiential Staff

Trade & Conference Staff

Why Companies Prefer Eleven8 Staffing

Elite Brand Ambassadors

We select only the top 3.5% of applicants to ensure that you get the best talent in brand activation, ensuring your brand message is delivered with precision and professionalism.

Versatile Promo Models

Our diverse promo models have experience across a range of industries, bringing charisma and engagement to every event, from product demos to large-scale activations.

Professionalism Guaranteed

All our brand ambassadors and promo models are trained to meet the highest standards of professionalism, ensuring a flawless experience for your brand and your audience.

Fully Insured Team

We prioritize your peace of mind. Our fully insured promo models and ambassadors allow you to focus on the impact of your activation while we handle all the logistics and risks.

Comprehensive Event Support

From product launches to brand activations, our end-to-end staffing solutions ensure that your event is supported by an engaging and professional team at every step.

24/7 Support

We understand that events operate outside of standard hours. Our team is available 24/7 to provide staffing and support whenever you need it, ensuring your activation runs smoothly.

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Our Game Developers Conference staff are committed to outstanding gaming brand representation, giving you complete confidence throughout every day of the world's largest professional game industry event.

34,521

Events Staffed

24,821

Active Staff

101.80%

Fulfillment Rate

83%

Client Retention

31,147

Shifts in 2025

6,988

5-Star Staff Ratings in 2025

320

Captains Trained in 2025

35

Years Experience

Top 3.5% of Applicants

We accept only the top 3.5% of applicants. Every brand ambassador is vetted, trained on our 11-step event process, and matched to your showroom's specific product category and requirements before a single market day.

24,821 Active Staff Across North America

With an established roster of San Francisco-area staff experienced in trade show and wholesale market environments, we don't recruit for your event — we deploy. No last-minute hires, no unknowns on your showroom floor.

Dedicated Account Manager

From booking through post-market recap, you have one dedicated account manager overseeing your entire activation. Separate client and team communication channels keep everyone aligned — with offsite operations management included at no additional cost.

1 Backup Per 8 Staff, Included

Every activation comes with built-in backup coverage at no extra cost. If someone can't make it, a briefed replacement is already on standby before the market day starts — so your showroom is never short-staffed during peak buyer traffic.

Showroom & Booth Specialists

Staff with hands-on experience in gift, home, apparel, and lifestyle wholesale markets. We understand buyer engagement, order-writing support, product demonstration, and the fast-paced rhythm of multi-day market events across all three buildings.

24/7 Market Day Support

Your dedicated account manager and on-site supervisors are available around the clock throughout Market Week. Offsite operations management is included at no additional cost — every day, every floor, every building.

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Elevate Client Feedback

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Robert N.

Top Notch Service

They were professional. Polite. Hard working. Friendly. And got the job done. Will definitely use them again.

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EK C.

It was a great pleasure that I can work with you. All Elevate members successfully led KCON. I hope everything goes as well in future events as it did this time! If i ever go to LA for events, I will definitely reach out to you :)

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Eugene R.

We were really happy with the team everyone was incredibly helpful and nice to work with. Thank you for selecting such professional people for our event!

Staffing for Game Developers Conference FAQ

                How do you find staff who actually understand game development?
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                We build detailed profiles showing each person's gaming conference experience, how well they know the game industry, and their familiarity with Bay Area venues. We set up pre-GDC meetings so you can verify our staff genuinely understand games and can talk intelligently about development, not just read from a script.
            
                What happens if staff can't make it during GDC?
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                Our San Francisco network is extensive enough that we can quickly bring in qualified backup people who know Moscone Center and gaming conferences. We have solid emergency plans to make sure you stay fully covered throughout all five days of GDC.
            
                What training do staff receive for gaming conferences?
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                Our GDC staff go through training on game development terminology, gaming platforms and engines, and how to talk about games authentically. They learn their way around Moscone Center's layout and how to engage credibly with programmers, artists, designers, and studio executives without sounding fake.
            
                Can your staff actually demo games and explain technical features?
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                Yes. Our San Francisco team includes gamers and people with actual gaming industry exposure who can effectively demo gameplay, explain game mechanics, discuss technical specs, and have real conversations with indie developers, AAA studio staff, and technical directors.
            
                How does booking work for GDC?
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                We start with calls to understand your game or platform, who you're trying to reach (indie devs vs AAA studios), and your booth setup. Then we introduce you to San Francisco professionals with real gaming conference experience, and we finalize your GDC schedule, dress codes, and any game-specific training they'll need.
            
                How do staff connect with developers and identify good leads?
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                Our staff know how to spot serious developers versus casual attendees. They're trained to ask the right questions about project scope, team size, engine preference, and development stage—capturing useful info that helps you follow up with qualified leads after GDC.
            
                Can we adjust staffing during the conference?
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                Absolutely. We know expo floor traffic changes between summit days, main conference days, and when the IGF awards happen. Our operations team can make real-time staffing adjustments, change schedules, and shift people around while keeping service quality high.
            
                What's your experience with GDC and gaming conferences?
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                Our San Francisco team has worked multiple GDC conferences and major gaming events at Moscone Center. We bring real experience handling expo logistics, coordinating across multiple buildings, supporting game demos and playtesting, and staying professional throughout intense conference schedules with late-night networking events.