Hi guys, gals and non-binary pals! These are the Leader Applications for our November session of Scratch Writing Camp. Before I start our obligatory FAQ, I would like to thank the previous hosts for keeping this camp going: our founder, @candylanguagegirl, and ex-hosts @theenderqueen, @eciipsed, @-icicie- and @perfectlypinkpanda. Extra credit to @sunshine_the_rainbow, our resident gHost, who continues to work with us <3 The current hosts are myself (Alba) and Birdi, @Bellevue91. Our amazing co-hosts are Kat (@whiteandblackcat), Honey (@honeybreeze) and Bakie @-chocoloco-)! If you have any questions, leave one of us a comment on our profiles (or on this project) and we'll be happy to help. ~ FAQ ~ (please read *all of it* even if you've been leader before.) 1. What is SWC? SWC, or Scratch Writing Camp, is a triannual virtual writing camp which runs for the months of March, July and November. When you sign up you set a word goal for yourself, and try to reach that by the end of camp. Every time you write something new, you get to update your count! There's also a competitive aspect with cabin points (there are 15 cabins), which you can win through activities and competition. This session will run from the 1st of November to the 30th of November - and it's online, so you can be there 5 minutes or 3 hours a day, at any time! This is a great place for members of the Scratch writing community to meet skilled, like-minded and creative people in one of the biggest and most exciting events currently on Scratch. Whether you've been honing your skills for years or you're a complete writing beginner, there's a place for you here - and we really hope you'll come along with us on this adventure! 2. When is my (co) leader application due? 11:59pm utc on September 16th. 3. When will you be choosing (co) leaders? On September 17th, Birdi and I will decide, and we'll notify all of the leaders sometime that day. Co-leaders will be chosen by the leaders, not us, between the 17th of September and the 1st of October. 4. How do co leaders work? Each cabin (see below for a list of cabins!) needs two co leaders. As mentioned above, the cabin leaders will choose their co leaders, not the Hosts. If you're only interested in running for co, please mention that in your app. You're not allowed to advertise your application to the chosen leaders, and we will be monitoring this. 5. What are the differences between leader and co leader? Leaders have more responsibility than the co leaders. They are 'in charge' of the cabin, which could potentially mean making more decisions. The leader will be in charge of keeping track of their cabin word counts ( ). All leaders are official helpers in the main cabin, and expected to help out where they can; co-leaders don't have that responsibility. 6. What are the cabin names? ~ mystery ~ science fiction (sci-fi) ~ contemporary ~ realistic fiction (real-fi) ~ horror ~ thriller ~ adventure ~ historical fiction (hi-fi) ~ fantasy ~ dystopian ~ fairy tales ~ mythology ~ poetry ~ non-fiction (non-fi) ~ fanfiction (fan-fi) You don't have to write the genre of your cabin name! It's simply a name :) 7. Is there a backup cabin? Not currently. 8. I've never been a leader and/or participated in swc before. Can I apply/will more experienced people be chosen over me? We choose only based on how good your application is, with the three main criteria of creativity, personality and answer quality. 9. When are camper signups out? October 1st! No notifying list this time. 10. Why do I need to include my timezone? Just to get a sense of when you will be online. If you are uncomfortable sharing your timezone, it is not compulsory. 11. How do you communicate with leaders and co leaders? We have a discussion forum. 12. How will I know if my application has been seen? Birdi and I are going to be loving all applications when we've seen them. I’ll also get a notification whenever you remix. In conclusion, there’s no need to link it in the comments! 13: Are collaborative apps allowed? Collaborative applications, where two or more people apply through one app, are not allowed. Also remember that if you use any art or code by someone other than yourself, remember to clearly give credit in your project description! 14: How do I choose cos? Choose the people who made your favourite applications, based on answer quality, design and personality. Don't pick someone with a lower quality application just because they are your friend! It’s not okay to choose cos before you’re accepted as a leader - you may look at apps in advance but you can’t ask them to co with you or make a pact with friends to lead together. Best of luck with your application. Let's get this SWC on the road! <3 ~ thumbnail + background image: canva! music: september (earth wind and fire) easter egg: _____ Aus Berlin
