Collaborative TMNT Blog Project

Archon_Turtle · 02-18-2009, 07:28 PM

Hello Everyone!

If you know me, you know that I am the man behind the curtain at The Turtle Van. However, I am now recruiting for a yet-to-be-named collaborative blog project. Like the Turtle Van, it is a niche blog that caters specifically to the tmnt fandom. The difference is that this new project will involve a number of contributors. Fans, industry professionals, people involved in the creative processes of the tmnt, etc. The vision here is to create a SINGLE place where a tmnt fan can go to keep current on the universe, find great deals on toys, or whatever else is interesting in the TMNT world. I am looking for Passionate, Enthusiastic, Well written folk who would like to apply to be part of our initial writing staff.

Here's a Quick FAQ!

Does this cost me anything/Do I get paid?

Nope and Nope! I'm footing the bill for everything we need to get the site going. From then on it will all be donations or...me.

As far as getting paid...like...ever...don't count on it

The people I want on staff are going to want to do this because they believe in the vision and are passionate about the brand.

How many writers are you looking for?
I have no idea yet. Too many cooks in the kitchen isn't good. And we don't want to be so big that we step on each others toes with posts, etc. I don't have a solid number in my head at this time though.

If I am not chosen, can I still contribute?
Of course you can! There will be contacts on the site to be able to submit news, stories, whatever! It just means that you won't be blogging first hand. And there will be no guarantee that your content will be used. Of course we will credit the sources whenever requested

If chosen, can I contribute anonymously?
Sure! This allows people involved in the creative aspect of the brand to be able to contribute more freely! When choosing screen names, it will be up to you what it is, and who you tell.

I'm sold! How do I apply?
Send a breif turtles related writing sample to me either through PM or at [email protected]. Other than being turtles related, it can be about whatever the hell you want. Please don't go over a page in length. Your blog posts will probably never be over a page, no reason your writing sample should be.

The people who I have already contacted either verbally or via email need not apply. Just accept or decline the invitation. Being involved in the TMNT creative process also gives you an automatic approval for either guest blogging or a staff position.

If you have any other questions, feel free to ask at the above address or in this thread.

EDIT: Hi everyone! Thank you to all who responded! At this time I am closing down invites for the writing staff. IF YOU HAVE AN INVITATION THAT YOU HAVENT RESPONDED TO YET, PLEASE DO SO ASAP!

Can someone please unsticky and lock the thread?

GodzFire · 02-19-2009, 11:44 AM

Quote:

New kid on the block, GodzFire remixed the soundtrack to the Turtles III NES game as his contribution to the 25th anniversary.

New kid? I've been here since 2003 :-/

Archon_Turtle · 02-19-2009, 12:02 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by GodzFire

New kid? I've been here since 2003 :-/

Sorry bro! I was just looking at post count

And it sounded better than "guy I don't know"

Archon_Turtle · 02-19-2009, 08:20 PM

Hi everyone! Thank you to all who responded! At this time I am closing down invites for the writing staff. IF YOU HAVE AN INVITATION THAT YOU HAVENT RESPONDED TO YET, PLEASE DO SO ASAP!

Can someone please unsticky and lock the thread?

**Machias Banshee** · 02-19-2009, 08:22 PM

Can do...

02-18-2009, 07:28 PM	#1
Archon_Turtle I'm SUPER into myself Join Date: May 2004 Location: California Posts: 4,667	Collaborative TMNT Blog Project Hello Everyone! If you know me, you know that I am the man behind the curtain at The Turtle Van. However, I am now recruiting for a yet-to-be-named collaborative blog project. Like the Turtle Van, it is a niche blog that caters specifically to the tmnt fandom. The difference is that this new project will involve a number of contributors. Fans, industry professionals, people involved in the creative processes of the tmnt, etc. The vision here is to create a SINGLE place where a tmnt fan can go to keep current on the universe, find great deals on toys, or whatever else is interesting in the TMNT world. I am looking for Passionate, Enthusiastic, Well written folk who would like to apply to be part of our initial writing staff. Here's a Quick FAQ! Does this cost me anything/Do I get paid? Nope and Nope! I'm footing the bill for everything we need to get the site going. From then on it will all be donations or...me. As far as getting paid...like...ever...don't count on it The people I want on staff are going to want to do this because they believe in the vision and are passionate about the brand. How many writers are you looking for? I have no idea yet. Too many cooks in the kitchen isn't good. And we don't want to be so big that we step on each others toes with posts, etc. I don't have a solid number in my head at this time though. If I am not chosen, can I still contribute? Of course you can! There will be contacts on the site to be able to submit news, stories, whatever! It just means that you won't be blogging first hand. And there will be no guarantee that your content will be used. Of course we will credit the sources whenever requested If chosen, can I contribute anonymously? Sure! This allows people involved in the creative aspect of the brand to be able to contribute more freely! When choosing screen names, it will be up to you what it is, and who you tell. I'm sold! How do I apply? Send a breif turtles related writing sample to me either through PM or at [email protected]. Other than being turtles related, it can be about whatever the hell you want. Please don't go over a page in length. Your blog posts will probably never be over a page, no reason your writing sample should be. The people who I have already contacted either verbally or via email need not apply. Just accept or decline the invitation. Being involved in the TMNT creative process also gives you an automatic approval for either guest blogging or a staff position. If you have any other questions, feel free to ask at the above address or in this thread. EDIT: Hi everyone! Thank you to all who responded! At this time I am closing down invites for the writing staff. IF YOU HAVE AN INVITATION THAT YOU HAVENT RESPONDED TO YET, PLEASE DO SO ASAP! Can someone please unsticky and lock the thread? Last edited by Archon_Turtle; 02-19-2009 at 08:19 PM.

02-19-2009, 08:20 PM	#4
Archon_Turtle I'm SUPER into myself Join Date: May 2004 Location: California Posts: 4,667	Hi everyone! Thank you to all who responded! At this time I am closing down invites for the writing staff. IF YOU HAVE AN INVITATION THAT YOU HAVENT RESPONDED TO YET, PLEASE DO SO ASAP! Can someone please unsticky and lock the thread?

02-19-2009, 08:22 PM	#5
Machias Banshee Super Moderator Join Date: Dec 2001 Posts: 17,163	Can do...