Team Up! Metanorn’s Looking for YOU!
Applications are NOW CLOSED! We want FRESH MEAT! Different kinds too!
We need to do some quick hiring so get your writing/editing gear ON and apply ASAP!
Oh yes, it’s that time again, when Metanorn sends out a feeler to the aniblogging community for some new minions talent. I’m just glad it came after two seasons rather than one. Since last year, I’m glad to have acquired a core aniblogging team which has been dedicated in their posts and all around site activities (and you know, we have too many to count :3). However, there have been some hiatuses and also some goodbyes. Not to mention, this expansion in team is for a varied array of content for the site to up the delight of our regulars. SO! Time to get some new blood in and let the awesomeness flow!
Who are we looking for?
This time around, we want some variety:
- Anibloggers for Episodics, Editorials, Manga reviews, Recommendations, Impressions and News update (3-5 Positions)
- Sound and/or Video Editors for hands on audio and/or video editing (2 Positions)
Supposedly, our Application format is the shiznit, so I will not be changing much from it:
Some criterion for what we are looking for:
- FANDOM: Avid watcher/reader of anime/manga
- DEDICATION: Has more than an interest in writing/editing and sharing thoughts, as the bottom line will always be to enjoy the process.
- EXPERIENCE: Some ground knowledge about aniblogging, screen-capping (this is not mandatory as I can always provide a tutorial on our format) and audio/visual editing would be a plus.
What an ideal application should include?
- An introduction about yourself, some info about how you came to love the fandom, your interest in writing/editing, etc.
- If you are already writing/blogging/editing (AMVs/Podcasts, etc.), provide samples with your plugs.
- Aniblogger post example to be either episodic/editorial/review post in format. Add in screencaps/images to show relevance to the post you have written. Preferred format for this is MS Word document/ PDF/ Google docs.
- For Audio and/or Video Editor positions: Provide links to the media you have edited or made; Podcasts, voice overs, fan-dubs, AMVs count too.
- Answer these fandom related questions:
- What kind of anime/manga you like?
- What are you currently watching/reading? Which titles you followed for Winter?
- From the Spring 2011 shows, what looks interesting to you? Also, for blogging what is your favourite genre and shows that you would like to cover?
- If you get selected, what categories would you like to post for from the above wanted list?
Some Pro Messages from the Meta Team:
Foshizzel: New blood?! AWESOME! Yes, if you want to be a part of something fun and interesting; join Metanorn! We have quite a few new things setting up for the future. So, we would love to have you become a part of the team! Apply now and get started with all of the amazing writers here. Good luck!
Overcooled: Hello there, potential underlings! If you have even the slightest feeling that you might make it, shoot us an application. Half of the people who make it (including me) say they were surprised or not expecting anything in the end. Heck, I didn’t even know what WordPress was or how to take a screenshot when I applied. Take a chance, and we promise to treat you well~
Hato-kun: Well guys, it’s time again. Unfortunately, the great Hato shall be a little bit busy the next few months, and that seriously hinders my writing ability. So we’re on the lookout again! Could it be you? Or even you?! In any case fear not, I shall still be around to guide and teach you the ways!
Hoshi here, and it seems it’s time to gather another batch of fresh meat, err, writers! It’s starting to feel like we have generations now, like in Jpop groups. xD Anyways, I wish you all good luck, and don’t be afraid to apply; trust me, I built up my courage and now I’m a sempai, heehee~ Hope to happily work with some of you soon!
Ness: I will write out your application for money… joking!!~ Don’t stress out when applying, just keep in mind the due date and work on your application accordingly. Follow the guidelines and answer the questions in that outline is always helpful. If you have any questions, we’re always around to answer them. As well, save your file constantly while working on it and don’t forget to always spell check.
Sassy: If you’re on the fence on this, here’s some motivation for you. We have some cool ideas for the future that you will get to be a part of if you join the team. Don’t you want to be a part of the next Met’amour??? Apply! NOW!!!
Final word from the Boss~ So, what are you waiting for?
Obligatory Shiki cuteness: C’me here, you! Have fun with us.
The Deadline is 16th April, 2011 (±12hours), as we are very international and awesome! Email your submissions to [email protected]. I would welcome guest bloggers too, so whatever floats your boat. ^^ Update: Please note that if you don’t receive my acknowledgement within three days, please email back or comment here. Thanks!
In case of any questions, comment below, email or tweet. My team and I, would look forward to your applications as we will be judging all of them and quite quickly too. So, good luck and do share this opening with your friends, who you might think would be suited for the positions mentioned above. You might get one up on my list if you have seen all the Kara no Kyoukai movies, but I can’t do that… Though, you never know.
Happy applying, Ja ne~
Note: Submissions are now closed. Thank you for applying. We will get back with results soon.
About Kyokai
The Boss lady of Metanorn, who makes it all happen. An animanga enthusiast, who watches/reads almost anything that strikes her fancy. Just beware of her Death Perception and always keep her happy. Regularly found at @KyokaiTM & #[email protected].
POWUH: 400-499 with 428 comments
Soooooo tempting! Sure, I’ve got uni, but a few hours doing something like this would be so much better than studying droning lectures aka, drooling with face on keyboard at the early hours of the morning 🙂
Have seen other applications before but always shied away because of nerves and inexperience with aniblogging…I mean, screencaps would be easy enough (if what I think is screencapping is screencapping) but uni CAN get hectic, with last minute assignments and exams…ARGH! CAN”T DECIDE!
POWUH: 500-599 and The Trapolicious Treasurer with 599 comments
I know what you mean, I had that same conflict before applying. But I figured that I’ll somehow find time especially if I have time to watch anime.
Kyokai is pretty okay with exam/finals time in letting you delay a review. But as for assignments, well that’s your own time management issue that you have to work out. XD~
POWUH: Meta Team and Ringleader Extraordinaire~ with 6433 comments
Let me tell you, every team member is either working or studying those hard years. We juggle time with Metanorn just because we love the fandom so much and are a bunch of obsessive weirdos. xD
POWUH: 600-699 and Romance Expert with 652 comments
I dont have experience and I dont think I have enough dedication. sorry.
also have no idea how.
POWUH: Meta Team and Ringleader Extraordinaire~ with 6433 comments
Daaww, it’s alright, amado. We admire your fandom love though. ^^
POWUH: Meta Resident and Yōko Fanboy with 1246 comments
It seems only yesterday that I saw a hiring page put up xD
Besides that, hope you guys will be able to sniff out great potential from your up-coming applicants ^^ All the best to Metanorn’s growth!
POWUH: Meta Team and Ringleader Extraordinaire~ with 6433 comments
Oh yes, it’s more than a year since I’ve been running things. Such nostalgia. xD
Thanks for all the warm wishes and we hopefully will. ^^
POWUH: iLurker with 8 comments
O: Another one of these I guess that poll that was on the side got answered reallllyyyyyyyyy fast
POWUH: Meta Team and The Mad Scientist with 5525 comments
Haha, the poll was to get people speculating a bit, but yes…here we are recruiting!
POWUH: Novice (36-50) with 42 comments
Question, what would you need in the manga department?
POWUH: Meta Team and Ringleader Extraordinaire~ with 6433 comments
There are three types of manga posts. 1) Manga Digest: A mix of 4-6 title recommendations with thoughts on them. 2) Chapter review: for an on-going series, review a chapter per week/month on the basis of its release like an episodic. 3) One title recommendation for a manga title.
Manga can also come under the editorial title. For more references, check out our manga category.
POWUH: iLurker with 2 comments
[…] all the many updates on Metanorn that you have been seeing one after the other, I finally have time to complete my solo episodic of Winter! The reason I dedicated this weekend to […]
POWUH: iLurker with 7 comments
Weeeeeeeeeeeeeeee XDD, havent been following the site lately, looooookkssss soooooooo awesome XD. I wonder… O_O
POWUH: Meta Team and The Mad Scientist with 5525 comments
Metanorn is always evolving!
You wonder…? About applying maybe…? Yes? *shoves an application towards you* ^^
POWUH: iLurker with 7 comments
HYESSSS!!!! *Makes love with application*…. odd…hrmmm I’ll check on it tomorrow since enrollment for uni’s tomorrow, *fingers cross I guess* (Bwahahaha I get to influence fresh readers >:D)
POWUH: Meta Team and Ringleader Extraordinaire~ with 6433 comments
LOL! Seems like another enthusiastic applicant.
POWUH: iLurker with 7 comments
Is this supposed to be a formal application cause mine so does not look like one >_<
POWUH: Meta Team and Ringleader Extraordinaire~ with 6433 comments
Format can be anything as per your style but you have to answer all the questions mentioned and provide required sample.
POWUH: Meta Resident and Yōko Fanboy with 1246 comments
Sooo….. I heard you also welcome guest bloggers… Of course, if Metanorn is ever in a pinch I could… help out or something. N-not that I want to help out in the first place or anything. I-I feel pity for such a site to lose viewers that’s all. xP
POWUH: Meta Team and Ringleader Extraordinaire~ with 6433 comments
Fufufufuuu, your loyalty is sinking low below. :3
POWUH: Meta Resident and Yōko Fanboy with 1246 comments
My loyalty is as strong as ever! x3
POWUH: Metanorn Regular with 107 comments
Sent in my application! Just wondering, how many applications do you guys have now? *anxious* @w@
POWUH: Meta Team and Ringleader Extraordinaire~ with 6433 comments
That’s an inside information. Also, which email ID have you used to send in the app? I haven’t received it yet.
Update: I’ve got your App. My spam filter ate it for some reason. Just a note to every applicant applying, if you don’t receive my acknowledgement within three days, please email back or comment here. Thanks!
POWUH: iLurker with 9 comments
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POWUH: Meta Resident and Metanorn's Hime-chan~ with 1758 comments
>.>
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POWUH: Meta Team and Ringleader Extraordinaire~ with 6433 comments
Fufufuuu~ What are you up to?
POWUH: iLurker with 16 comments
Application sent 😀
Trust me to be right on the deadline xD
POWUH: Meta Team and The Mad Scientist with 5525 comments
Good luck, good luck! I hope you didn’t rush it~
POWUH: Meta Team and Ringleader Extraordinaire~ with 6433 comments
Submission time is over, everyone! Thank you for applying. I will get back with results in a week to ten days hopefully.
POWUH: iLurker with 1 comments
[…] month. Coming to the fresh meat, my humblest thank you to every participant, who took out time in applying for Metanorn. Every time the quality simply ups more than a notch, making it double difficult on the team and […]
POWUH: iLurker with 4 comments
[…] for the team. As Spring season has officially started with the Hanasaku Iroha and with some more new talent to be infused soon, I hope you keep on having an awesome time at Metanorn! Do we have more stuff coming up? You will […]