# Cosplayers Day Jobs Buzzfeed Reveals Identity of New York Comic Con Attendees By Meghan Young | Published 2014-10-15 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cosplayers-day-jobs References: [neatorama](http://www.neatorama.com/2014/10/14/NYCC-2014-Cosplayers-Reveal-Their-Day-Jobs/) & [buzzfeed](http://www.buzzfeed.com/ryanhatesthis/everyone-superhero-has-a-secret-identity) The New York Comic Con event brought out a lot of [creative costumes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/trickortreatable-costume), yet this cosplayers day jobs series shows a different side to the attendees. Posing alongside a pad of paper with their day jobs scrawled across it, [Buzzfeed](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bf-island) endeavored to reveal the secret identities of all of the 'superheroes.' A big no-no, in many people's books, it is nevertheless entertaining to see these cosplayers day jobs. From psychologists to bankers and, of course, even a princess performer, there are a few surprising cosplayers day jobs. At least, when juxtaposed with the costumes put on display. Although full of [Halloween inspiration](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/international-delight-2), this playful photo series shows that at the end of the day, these events and occasions are simply a short escape from reality. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.1/10 - Popularity: 72% | Activity: 72% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [DIY](https://www.trendhunter.com/diy) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Cosplay Diversity:** Opportunities to showcase a diverse range of professions and lifestyles through cosplay, promoting inclusivity and representation. - **Cosplay Career Branding:** The integration of cosplay with professional branding, showcasing skills and personality traits that align with desired career paths. - **Cosplay Entrepreneurship:** Increased demand for custom-made cosplay costumes and accessories, leading to opportunities for entrepreneurs and small businesses to specialize in this market. ### Who This Affects Most - **Entertainment:** The intersection of cosplay and day jobs can appeal to entertainment industries for opportunities in creating characters or content based on real-life perspectives. - **Fashion:** Cosplay costumes can influence fashion trends and inspire new designs for themed clothing and accessories, leading to cross-industry collaboration and innovation. - **Psychology:** Psychological analysis of cosplay can lead to new research and understanding of identity formation and self-expression through dress-up and role-playing. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Product-Inspired Halloween Looks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aldi-and-elladoesfx.md) - [Drink Toy Costume Series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vita-coco-halloween-treats-kits.md) - [Imaginative Fantasy-Inspired Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/canva-spotlights.md) - [Kpop Film Costume Releases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/demon-hunters-costumes.md) - [Job-Themed Obstacle Courses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jobstacle-course.md) - [Character-Dessert Collab Menus](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/paris-baguette-kpop-demon-hunters.md) - [Refreshed Cereal Mascots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fourstripe-jacket.md) - [Gaming Archetype Personality Quizzes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/puzzle-personality-quiz.md) - [Comic Book Hero Collectibles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/comic-book-heros.md)