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What is CTNX?

NOVEMBER 19–22, 2026

CTNX 2026 takes place at the Burbank Airport Marriott Hotel & Convention Center.

Burbank Airport Marriott

2500 Hollywood Way
Burbank, CA 91505


Back by popular demand …. CTN Live and in Person.

After the most incredible first 17 years we knew we had to keep going. 


Join us for another unforgettable CTNX, our End of Year Event in Beautiful Burbank that supports what we do year round with artists from around the world. Come with a friend, come with your family or come on your own and experience the high vibe CTN Style energy starting the minute you set foot through our doors. 


Simple practical tools , great people and inspiration to help you level up, see and feel how amazing you are as a visual storyteller that carries on long after you leave.


Coffee Talks, Movement, Drawing, Experiences, Storytelling, Food, Music and real conversations with genuine connections that puts YOU in the space of being the creator in this community. 


But it is so much more as you will discover that you have more control over your career than you realized.


Shout out to all the artists who haven’t felt ok lately, but still get up every day and refuse to quit. You don’t need to have it all figured out. Come as you are and let’s do this together.


You got this!!!!



CTNX — where No Artist is Left Behind.


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GOALS

This event has 3 main goals for you.

GOAL 1 — CONNECT

Where your next chapter begins.

Great things happen when the right people find each other. Discover new opportunities, meaningful connections, and the people who understand your creative journey. Whether you're beginning your career, finding your next opportunity, or building a life as an independent artist, CTN helps bring you closer to the people, knowledge, and possibilities that move you forward.


GOAL 2 — GROW

Be inspired. Find your voice. Become more.

Step into a world created to awaken your imagination, expand your skills, and remind you of what's possible. Learn from those who came before you, create alongside those beside you, and discover what's waiting within you. And when the event ends, the journey continues. Through CTN Circle and Club CTN, you'll find a year-round community celebrating the artists of yesterday, today, and tomorrow.


GOAL 3 — BELONG

You were never meant to do this alone.

Come as you are. Find your people. Become part of something bigger than yourself. CTN brings together generations of artists whose collective experience spans more than 500 years — a living, breathing creative family ready to share, encourage, and open doors for one another. Here, your story matters, your dreams have a place, and your creative journey has a community beside you — not just this week, but for the years to come.


All of this takes place during the city of  Burbank's official Animation Week, complete with a City-Wide Proclamation and Mayor's Ribbon Cutting to welcome you to the family.


After a year of creating,  CTNers  reunite every year to support each other and the emerging,  mid-career and professional artists in the visual storytelling community. Profits go toward charities dedicated to artist enrichment and helps us keep our promise of 'No Artist Left Behind'. 

EXPERIENCE CTNX

(Image: Breakfast with the Pros CTNX 2024)


Experience the Full CTNX Weekend

Available Days: FRI, SAT + SUN

Attendees receive access to all three event days: Friday, Saturday, and Sunday.


3-DAY EVENT PASSES 

General $179 Regular

Member $149 Regular

Student $79 Regular

Regular rates are available through November 23, 2026 while limited quantities remain.


PRIORITY ACCESS TO:

Early theater entry for presentations and screenings 

Priority seating access where applicable 


Pass Details and Refund Policy

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(Image: Director Toby Cochran reviews portfolios at Career Camp CTNX 2023)


Build Your Weekend CTNX Experience

Available Days: SAT + SUN

Attendees receive access to both event days: Saturday and Sunday


2-DAY EVENT PASSES 

General $129 Regular

Member $99 Regular

Student $59 Regular

Regular rates are available through November 23, 2026 while limited quantities remain.


Pass Details and Refund Policy

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(Image: Attendees during a panel CTNX 2023)

 

Experience CTNX for a Day

Available Days: FRI, SAT, or SUN (choose 1 day)

Attendees receive access to one event day: Friday, Saturday, or Sunday.


1-DAY EVENT PASSES 

General $79 Regular

Member $59 Regular

Student $39 Regular

Regular rates are available through November 23, 2026 while limited quantities remain.


Pass Details and Refund Policy

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(Image: Yamasong Puppet Gallery CTNX 2024)


No Artist Left Behind 

Available Days: FRI, SAT, or SUN (choose 1 day)

Attendees receive access to one event day: Friday, Saturday, or Sunday.


1-DAY COMMUNITY EVENT PASSES 

General $25 Regular

Member $20 Regular

Student $15 Regular

Regular  rates are available through November 23, 2026 while limited quantities remain.


LIMITED ACCESS   

Optional Experiences are not available with Community Passes.


Pass Details and Refund Policy

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STAY WITH US

Stay immersed in the CTNX experience from morning to late-night screenings with hotel accommodations located directly on the event grounds—just steps away from the creative energy, community, and inspiration of the weekend.


Located directly across from Hollywood Burbank Airport, the hotel offers unmatched convenience for traveling attendees.


HOTEL  GROUP RATE 

$189.00 per night
Available for a limited number of rooms.

Reserve by November 4th to secure the CTNX group rate.


For other options for your trip TO VISIT BURBANK


Hotel Cancellation Policy

RESERVE

SPECIAL HOTEL AND TRAVEL OFFERS


Stay 2 Nights — Get In Free

Book 2 qualifying nights through the special attendee offer and receive complimentary CTNX26 admission.


[VIEW HOTEL OFFER & DETAILS]

Offer is non-refundable. Restrictions and qualifications apply.


Share a Ride. Share a Room -- And SAVE

Looking to save on travel or connect with fellow attendees? Join the CTN community to find or share rides and rooms.




RESERVE YOUR BUNDLE

CHAT WITH US

We don't bite! Whether you need help,  or just want to chat with us, we're here for you. Our friendly team will assist you in every step of your CTN journey. Join us!


Discord Invitation: https://discord.com/invite/ba67zFQh4j 

Club CTN:  https://app.joinit.com/o/clubctn (recommended)


Facebook: @creativetalentnetwork

Facebook: @ctnhappenings

Twitter: @creativetalentnetwork

Instagram: @creativetalentnetwork  

Instagram: @ctnhappenings

GIVE CREATIVE

LIKE WHAT WE DO?  Contribute to CTN Foundation to help create new resource filled pathways of opportunity for emerging narrative visual storytellers around the world through scholarships, mentorship, opportunities, and community-driven programs inspired by our mission of “No Artist Left Behind.”


CTN FOUNDATION WEBSITE   CLICK HERE

Support

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Please reach us at help (at) ctnexpo.com if you cannot find an answer to your question.

Yes.    GLOSSARY



NOVEMBER 19–22, 2026

Burbank Airport Marriott

2500 Hollywood Way
Burbank, CA 91505

CTNX 2026 takes place at the Burbank Airport Marriott Hotel & Convention Center.
The event is not located at the CTN Studio or CTN Office.


FULL SCHEDULE 


QUICK LOOK HOURS OF OPERATION

Schedule subject to change.


THURSDAY — NOVEMBER 19, 2026

  • Attendee Check-In — 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM 
  • MasterClasses — 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM 
  • CTN AV Main Theater Prep + Tech Check — 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM 
  • Exhibitor Check-In — 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM 
  • Exhibitor Load-In — 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM 
  • VIP Special Guest Check-In — 2:00 PM – 9:00 PM 
  • Main Theater — 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM 
  • Opening Night Event — 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM 
  • Late Night Screening (TBA) — 9:00 PM – 10:30 PM 


FRIDAY — NOVEMBER 20, 2026

  • Attendee Check-In — 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM 
  • Breakfast with the Pros (Tentative) — 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM 
  • Exhibitor Load-In — 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM
    (All exhibitors must be ready by 10:00 AM) 
  • Public Exhibitor Showroom Hours — 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM 
  • VIP Special Guest Check-In — 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM 
  • City Ballroom Programming — 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM 
  • Main Theater — 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM 
  • Late Night Screening / Party (TBA) — 9:00 PM – 10:30 PM 


SATURDAY — NOVEMBER 21, 2026

  • Attendee Check-In — 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM 
  • Breakfast with the Pros — 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM 
  • Public Exhibitor Showroom Hours — 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM 
  • VIP Special Guest Check-In — 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM 
  • City Ballroom Programming — 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM 
  • Main Theater — 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM 
  • Late Night Screening / Party (TBA) — 9:00 PM – 10:30 PM 


SUNDAY — NOVEMBER 22, 2026

  • Attendee Check-In — 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM 
  • Breakfast with the Pros — 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM 
  • Public Showroom Hours — 11:00 AM – 3:30 PM 
  • VIP Special Guest Check-In — 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM 
  • City Ballroom Programming — 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM 
  • Main Theater — 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM 
  • Exhibitor Load-Out — 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM 

📱 A more detailed schedule is available - 



After purchasing your ticket, you will receive an email containing your QR code. Please keep this email accessible, as it will be required for check-in.

Upon arrival, present your QR code at registration and our staff will scan it to check you in and provide your event credential.

Tickets are not physically mailed.


Attendee Registration and Check In Hours

  • Thursday 11/19: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM 
  • Friday 11/20: 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM 
  • Saturday 11/21: 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM 
  • Sunday 11/22: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM




Want to experience more of CTNX?

Upgrade your ticket to unlock additional days, expanded access, and a deeper experience of workshops, panels, and community programming.


Move from 1-Day to 2-Day or 3-Day access and get more time inside the CTNX experience.

Upgrades are only available at onsite registration and subject to availability and capacity limits.


CTNF Scholarship Awardees will pick up their tickets onsite at the event.

Tickets are not physically mailed.

Once registered, your event credential will be available for pick-up at the CTNX Registration Desk during Registration Hours at the event.


Los Angeles Marriott Burbank Airport for 189.00 USD per night 

Last Day to Book : Saturday, November 4, 2026

Complimentary Guest WIFI

Discounted Overnight Parking at $17.86+tax ($20 Inclusive) 

Book your group rate for CTN Animation Expo


Also you can check out the promotion 'Rent 2 Nights Get in Free" CLICK HERE


Yes. There is a Facebook Group where you can find others who are coming and want to share rides and rooms. https://www.facebook.com/groups/277644969291819


Hollywood Burbank Airport 

2627 N Hollywood Way, Burbank, CA 91505

Located within walking distance. 


Los Angeles International Airport

1 World Way, Los Angeles, CA 90045

Located about 90 min away. We recommend Uber or Lyft.


The schedule of programming and special events will be located here. https://event466aa878f5b8df0.sched.com/list/simple 


Also join the CTNX2026 Event App at:

https://ctnx2026.circle.so/feed


When you arrive onsite at the event you will have the opportunity to sign up for appointment for that day.  There are no online sign ups before you arrive.


Breakfast with the Pros is located in the Daily Grill restaurant on property at the Burbank Marriott Hotel.  It is not at another location off property.  Located west of the Marriott Lobby within walking distance. (Open to Breakfast ticketed add ons only)


Our Main Sponsor is Visit Burbank "The Animation Capital of the World"

From live TV tapings, to studio tours, and eclectic neighborhoods, there’s a lot waiting for you here. So to prepare your trip, we’ve put together some insider tips on what to do and how to arrive in style.

PLAN YOUR VISIT TODAY

Talent, Wisdom and Experience

Top talent inspirational presenters and filmmakers under one roof for one weekend.

Putting the Talent Center Stage

A look back - Artists learn from other artists.

Meet the founder and supporters and find out how CTN started and why it is such a great organization.


“This organization is based on my own experience and ideas, both what I know has worked and what I know hasn't so I have collected and connected hundreds of other creatives together bringing with them their knowledge.”  ~Tina Price, founder of CTN


Video Credits: She TV Media

Testimonials

"We've been loving the energy we've carried home after the event. It was truly a wonderful experience hosting a booth there." ~Jason Keyser, VFX Academy


"Absolutely loved CTN!! Can't wait to be back again next year! ❤️" ~Benoit Therriault, Director of Canary


"Thank you for organizing such an amazing show." ~Jason Porath Bluescape 


"I just wanted to thank and congratulate each of you for putting together an extraordinary and extraordinarily smooth-running event. 

This was my first CTN, and I can assure you: it will not be my last. 

Thanks to each of, you’ve helped so many people advance closer to fulfilling their dreams. And that’s a very big deal." ~Robert 


"I just wanted to thank you for everything, it was one of the best experiences of my life." 🥰. ~Steve Scampini, Saffron Animation Studio 


"I don’t think I’d be in the position where I am now without the networking I had done at CTN." ~Joshua Upshaw


"The new format of the expo makes it so much easier to talk with everyone. Interaction with the students and artists was much more personable!" ~Adrienne Nichelle Brown-Norman

Thank You to Some of Our Previous Supporters


CTN Studio 

847 Hollywood Way Suite 100

Burbank, CA 91505 

(818) 827 7138 Phone Hours  M-F 9am - 5pm Pacific


Creative Talent Network Business Office  

3500 W. Olive Ave #300 Burbank, CA 91505  

(818) 827 7138 Phone Hours  M-F 9am - 5pm Pacific


help@ctnexpo.com

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