Applications are now open for those wanting to take the next step in the cosplay competition world to become a judge. The Kawaii Kon Cosplay Competition is seeking applicants for judging positions for this year’s competition. Applications close on November 25, 2025.

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Requirements:

  • Cosplayers with awards or community members with experience in judging any kind of competition
  • Experience in a creative role (Cosplayer, Fashion Designer, Artist, etc.)
  • Impartiality and fairness to the competitors
  • Available for the full duration of Saturday April 25, 2026

Compensation

  • Two Multiday badges (One for yourself and one for a handler/family/friend)
  • Lunch

All Judges must follow and abide by the Kawaii Kon Code of Conduct. The competition is held in two parts, Pre-judging and Showcase. Pre-judging takes place in the morning and is typically 4 hours long. Showcase takes place in the late afternoon and is typically 2 hours (1 hour of rehearsal, 1 hour for the event). You must be available for the entirety of these two events to judge.