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Title: Writing Applications Now Closed
Post by: Ellowee on 2014 Oct 22, 15:15:00
Hello, everyone!

We are now looking for writers and editors to join the Legends of Equestria team! If you have a passion for writing, are interested in game development, or just want to use your talents to help the game along, please feel free to send us an email!

Update: Writing applications are now closed! Thanks to all of you who applied!
Title: Re: Legends of Equestria Now Recruiting Writers!
Post by: Elphyda on 2014 Oct 22, 15:51:14
Small question: What exactly are we sending to [email protected]?  Is it a story, an application, or something else?
Title: Re: Legends of Equestria Now Recruiting Writers!
Post by: Greyscaleisme on 2014 Oct 22, 21:36:02
Quote from: chisoka on 2014 Oct 22, 15:51:14
Small question: What exactly are we sending to [email protected]?  Is it a story, an application, or something else?


Agreed, I am a writer and I would love to make an contribution to the place.
Title: Re: Legends of Equestria Now Recruiting Writers!
Post by: Supersnot on 2014 Oct 23, 05:03:44
Indeed, I have read through the post and found it confusing too.  ^-^

I assume it's a story link in Google Docs and so have done that. The post also mentioned making sure all judges are to have permissions to view? I assume they will give us a list of those so we can allow them to see the Google Doc. Anyhow I'm sure it will all work out  :D
Title: Re: Legends of Equestria Now Recruiting Writers!
Post by: Naura on 2014 Oct 23, 09:17:15
Why am I too young... >A<
Good luck to everyone else who tries to get on the writing team!
Title: Re: Legends of Equestria Now Recruiting Writers!
Post by: James Vermont on 2014 Oct 23, 09:25:34
"Examples must be at least one page in length"

When you say this does it mean you would like an example of our work?
Or should we write up a few paragraphs explaining why we would be good for the job, using previous experience to back up what we say?
Title: Re: Legends of Equestria Now Recruiting Writers!
Post by: Halcyon on 2014 Oct 23, 11:42:18
I'm going with an example of our writing.

Lucky I have a fanfic in progress to help

As for an example of previous qualification how do we note that? Just say so? (I only ask because attachments wont be read)
Title: Re: Legends of Equestria Now Recruiting Writers!
Post by: Elphyda on 2014 Oct 23, 14:32:36
I guess you just mark down everything they want in the email, and the one page example is of that of your work.  That's what I'm going to do.
Title: Re: Legends of Equestria Now Recruiting Writers!
Post by: Blue Ink on 2014 Oct 23, 15:06:53
Hi all! Sorry for the confusion. We are, indeed, looking for a sample of your writing. I've updated the post and made the really important parts bold. Let me know if you have any more questions.

Good luck!
Title: Re: Legends of Equestria Now Recruiting Writers!
Post by: James Vermont on 2014 Oct 23, 15:40:18
And the single page of creative writing can be anything? Or should we keep it MLP related?
Title: Re: Legends of Equestria Now Recruiting Writers!
Post by: Elphyda on 2014 Oct 23, 16:05:48
I feel it could be anything, but I used an MLP theme just to be safe.
Title: Re: Legends of Equestria Now Recruiting Writers!
Post by: Supersnot on 2014 Oct 23, 17:09:16
Thanks for clearing that up! So just need to know who to give permissions too  ^-^
Title: Re: Legends of Equestria Now Recruiting Writers!
Post by: Pipkin on 2014 Oct 23, 19:33:26
Quote from: Supersnot on 2014 Oct 23, 17:09:16
Thanks for clearing that up! So just need to know who to give permissions too  ^-^


If you are referring to the google document, I think setting the doc to "Anyone with the link can view" and emailing that link is the best way to go :)
Title: Re: Legends of Equestria Now Recruiting Writers!
Post by: Elphyda on 2014 Oct 23, 19:39:35
Quote from: LaptopBrony on 2014 Oct 23, 19:33:26
Quote from: Supersnot on 2014 Oct 23, 17:09:16
Thanks for clearing that up! So just need to know who to give permissions too  ^-^


If you are referring to the google document, I think setting the doc to "Anyone with the link can view" and emailing that link is the best way to go :)

That's the method I used as well.  I'm glad to know I didn't mess up there.
Title: Re: Legends of Equestria Now Recruiting Writers!
Post by: Weatherboy1 on 2014 Oct 23, 21:42:31
1 more year until I can sign up....
(Also will there be a 24 hour livestream any-time soon?)
Title: Re: Legends of Equestria Now Recruiting Writers!
Post by: Supersnot on 2014 Oct 24, 05:43:31
Ah that's the ticket! New to Google Docs, thanks for the help  0:)
Title: Re: Legends of Equestria Now Recruiting Writers!
Post by: colder on 2014 Oct 24, 12:39:08
 SUNUCULAR NE ZAMAN AÇILACAK!!!!  >:O YOKSA DELİRİCEM ovO
Title: Re: Legends of Equestria Now Recruiting Writers!
Post by: Cesese on 2014 Oct 24, 14:15:17
Hi. I'd like to apply as a writer, but I haven't done anything in english. Should I create a one-shot for the google doc, or translate one of my fics?  :P
Title: Re: Legends of Equestria Now Recruiting Writers!
Post by: DeceptiveCadance on 2014 Oct 24, 14:36:54
Could an example of writing be a series of quest dialogue or something?
Title: Re: Legends of Equestria Now Recruiting Writers!
Post by: Greyscaleisme on 2014 Oct 24, 15:40:09
Can it be anything writing related? Or does it have to be a story?  :s
Title: Re: Legends of Equestria Now Recruiting Writers!
Post by: Roots on 2014 Oct 24, 16:00:37
When I applied I included a couple of small samples from my stories that I've written. I believe it can be anything though.
Title: Re: Legends of Equestria Now Recruiting Writers!
Post by: Serenawyr on 2014 Oct 24, 16:21:26
When it says it cannot be edited by anyone else, does that mean no one else could read it and give feedback (which causes you to then make changes), or just that they couldn't go in and change something themselves?
Title: Re: Legends of Equestria Now Recruiting Writers!
Post by: A88mph on 2014 Oct 24, 17:10:10
When we need to add our name, do you mean our username here, or our real name?
Title: Re: Legends of Equestria Now Recruiting Writers!
Post by: Elphyda on 2014 Oct 24, 17:44:56
I just put both, just to be safe.
Title: Re: Legends of Equestria Now Recruiting Writers!
Post by: goodponyplayer on 2014 Oct 24, 18:22:34
Im just wondering, what do you mean by "short story"?
sorry if it sounds like a dumb question, but i am unsure if it means like it is something completed already, like "she walked to the stage, spoke hi and exit. the end" or a small work from a real story, like breaking on a cliffhanger (or doing "in the next chapter of ...")
Title: Re: Legends of Equestria Now Recruiting Writers!
Post by: Dream Dust on 2014 Oct 24, 21:19:53
It sounds to me like they want a whole story. Short story could mean one chapter or maybe something like 10 pages. (I think  X3, I really don't know). But I'm sure if your one chapter can stand on it's own it would be fine. They want to see your writing style, so I'm sure it will be fine.

I just submitted a short story. It's not MLP related as I don't have a short story for it, yet. I'm just happy to have a chance to maybe work on this game. Even if I don't get picked, its fun to have all this anticipation!  O:
Title: Re: Legends of Equestria Now Recruiting Writers!
Post by: Greyscaleisme on 2014 Oct 24, 21:25:16
I was reading through the required stuff again. And I saw that I am two years too young, yet another awesome opportunity that was spoiled by my age.  >:O
Title: Re: Legends of Equestria Now Recruiting Writers!
Post by: Elphyda on 2014 Oct 24, 21:47:16
I am sorry you feel that the opportunity was spoiled by your age.  I feel they have a good reason for having it, though.  Not many people under the age of sixteen years meet a specific maturity quota, and they might need someone to be of that specific quota for a smaller chance of picking one who is really difficult to work with, if at all able.  I may be wrong, but that is just my guess.
Title: Re: Legends of Equestria Now Recruiting Writers!
Post by: Greyscaleisme on 2014 Oct 24, 21:59:08
I know why the rule is there, but I sometimes wish it wasn't. I just personally feel that this would be a good opportunity for me as a budding writer.
Title: Re: Legends of Equestria Now Recruiting Writers!
Post by: GeneralBlazingDonutGlaze on 2014 Oct 24, 22:04:24
Hopefully my two journal style fics and my in progress TCB fic will make the cut. I'd love t contribute to this game.
Title: Re: Legends of Equestria Now Recruiting Writers!
Post by: CMANsurvives on 2014 Oct 25, 02:42:45
WHY DID I HAVE TO BE 15 AND A HALF NUUUUUU. Oh, well. In any case, good luck to the writers. Whatever amazing antiquities of writing that they can come up with I'll be happy with, as long as it's a good story. But I'm so enraged that I'm just barely too young. God, why?
Title: Re: Legends of Equestria Now Recruiting Writers!
Post by: ILM126 on 2014 Oct 25, 07:35:40
Why?! I'm too young D:

But still, good luck to whoever enters :) I'm sure I'll enjoy the game even more now since that there will be s storyline!
Title: Re: Legends of Equestria Now Recruiting Writers!
Post by: Etherdrone on 2014 Oct 25, 10:57:48
Hope some good things come out of this for you all!
Title: Re: Legends of Equestria Now Recruiting Writers!
Post by: Moonstar100 on 2014 Oct 25, 11:35:04
Ok it's nice that you are hiring Writers and I'm not a writer and I'm 11 years old so I can't apply. Just this has nothing to do with the application but please tell when you are going to open LOE. I really wanna play and it's been a really long time since you opened it. Please open it like maybe next week or tell me when you are going to open it thanks.  0:)  ^-^  :3  :D
Title: Re: Legends of Equestria Now Recruiting Writers!
Post by: Elphyda on 2014 Oct 25, 13:02:24
They usually mention when they're going to open an OSW about a half month before they do, from what I can gather.  Just keep an eye on the "Game Updates" section.
Title: Re: Legends of Equestria Now Recruiting Writers!
Post by: goodponyplayer on 2014 Oct 25, 13:38:45
Quote from: Dream Dust on 2014 Oct 24, 21:19:53
It sounds to me like they want a whole story. Short story could mean one chapter or maybe something like 10 pages. (I think  X3, I really don't know). But I'm sure if your one chapter can stand on it's own it would be fine. They want to see your writing style, so I'm sure it will be fine.

I just submitted a short story. It's not MLP related as I don't have a short story for it, yet. I'm just happy to have a chance to maybe work on this game. Even if I don't get picked, its fun to have all this anticipation!  O:

Oh, i see...thanks for answering it :3 (and sorry for the delay. "different time zones"). well, now i am in doubt which one i send, a mlp related one or not... the problem is not being mlp related, but the story itself...
Hope you get picked, it would be fun to "survive" the anticipation and participate :3

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Darn, i sent the application, yet i forgot to input my age.  But i told there which one was my username, and here (on the profile of this forum) i have wrote how old i am (year, month & date).
Do i have to re-send another with the age (and write to disregard the last one) or just by having my username there (and age on the profile) is enough already?
Title: Re: Legends of Equestria Now Recruiting Writers!
Post by: Dream Dust on 2014 Oct 25, 21:25:15

QuoteOh, i see...thanks for answering it :3 (and sorry for the delay. "different time zones"). well, now i am in doubt which one i send, a mlp related one or not... the problem is not being mlp related, but the story itself...
Hope you get picked, it would be fun to "survive" the anticipation and participate :3

Post Merge

Darn, i sent the application, yet i forgot to input my age.  But i told there which one was my username, and here (on the profile of this forum) i have wrote how old i am (year, month & date).
Do i have to re-send another with the age (and write to disregard the last one) or just by having my username there (and age on the profile) is enough already?



You're welcome. But now you have me asking the same question. I didn't put my birthday on my submission. I'd imagine my profile would be good enough, but just in case:

Do applicants need to include birthdays on application? o_O
Title: Re: Legends of Equestria Now Recruiting Writers!
Post by: goodponyplayer on 2014 Oct 26, 18:48:38
Quote from: Dream Dust on 2014 Oct 25, 21:25:15

You're welcome. But now you have me asking the same question. I didn't put my birthday on my submission. I'd imagine my profile would be good enough, but just in case:

Do applicants need to include birthdays on application? o_O

Well, since there wasn't a answer yet, i think its not nescessary. And if we had to re-send the e-mails, then it would probably fill they box, and cause some anger plus problems...
(sorry if i gave false hope on they answering it :(    )
Title: Re: Legends of Equestria Now Recruiting Writers!
Post by: Mizuki on 2014 Oct 26, 19:23:56
Quote from: Dream Dust on 2014 Oct 25, 21:25:15

QuoteOh, i see...thanks for answering it :3 (and sorry for the delay. "different time zones"). well, now i am in doubt which one i send, a mlp related one or not... the problem is not being mlp related, but the story itself...
Hope you get picked, it would be fun to "survive" the anticipation and participate :3

Post Merge

Darn, i sent the application, yet i forgot to input my age.  But i told there which one was my username, and here (on the profile of this forum) i have wrote how old i am (year, month & date).
Do i have to re-send another with the age (and write to disregard the last one) or just by having my username there (and age on the profile) is enough already?



You're welcome. But now you have me asking the same question. I didn't put my birthday on my submission. I'd imagine my profile would be good enough, but just in case:

Do applicants need to include birthdays on application? o_O


I think it's fine if you don't. If you're under 16, just don't send in applications to begin with :)
Title: Re: Legends of Equestria Now Recruiting Writers!
Post by: goodponyplayer on 2014 Oct 26, 19:37:56
Quote from: Mizuki on 2014 Oct 26, 19:23:56
Quote from: Dream Dust on 2014 Oct 25, 21:25:15


You're welcome. But now you have me asking the same question. I didn't put my birthday on my submission. I'd imagine my profile would be good enough, but just in case:

Do applicants need to include birthdays on application? o_O


I think it's fine if you don't. If you're under 16, just don't send in applications to begin with :)



Well, that makes sense...Thanks :3
Title: Re: Legends of Equestria Now Recruiting Writers!
Post by: River Crystal on 2014 Oct 26, 22:40:16
 0:) Yay, writers are open!!

I got an inspiration spark today, even though a few days are left. Short-stories in construction!!
:P
Title: Re: Legends of Equestria Now Recruiting Writers!
Post by: Abbilden on 2014 Oct 26, 23:42:49
Quote from: Ellowee on 2014 Oct 22, 15:15:00
(http://i.imgur.com/zArzuBX.png)


Hello, everyone!

We are now looking for writers and editors to join the Legends of Equestria team! If you have a passion for writing, are interested in game development, or just want to use your talents to help the game along, please feel free to send us an email!

Writer and Editor applications must be submitted via email with a link to a Google Doc in the application. Your name must also be included. Any applicants who are copying from an outside source such as Microsoft Word must paste the text directly into Google Docs rather than uploading a file. They must also be visible to the parties which will judge entries. Submissions which require a download or do not have proper permissions will be ignored. Examples of your creative writing (preferably in short story form) must be at least one page in length and cannot have been edited by any outside party. Experience is not necessary, but any applicants capable of listing qualifications should do so. We will no longer accept applications after one week, at which point all valid applications will be reviewed by members of the Legends of Equestria writing team. Once the review process is complete, the most favorable will receive a prompt, at which point they will have one week to submit a script that falls within the guidelines of this prompt. After these have been judged, the new writers will be announced.

Send all applications to [email protected] with the title of the position for which you are applying in the subject line.

NOTE THAT ALL APPLICANTS MUST BE AT LEAST 16 YEARS OF AGE

We would also like to remind you that there are other departments accepting applications, as is visible at the top of our front page. Most notably, the Design team is accepting applications for Level Designers, Unity Implementers and VFX Artists, among other positions. For more details on the teams that are currently hiring, including the relevant contact details, you can find the initial announcement board here: http://forum.legendsofequestria.com/index.php?topic=12413

Good luck to all applicants, we look forward to seeing your work!
I will send it as soon as can be
Title: Re: Legends of Equestria Now Recruiting Writers!
Post by: Dream Dust on 2014 Oct 27, 02:34:55
QuoteI think it's fine if you don't. If you're under 16, just don't send in applications to begin with :)


Thank you kindly!
Good luck every pony!
Title: Re: Legends of Equestria Now Recruiting Writers!
Post by: HiByeDudes on 2014 Oct 28, 07:15:46
*Sigh*
Dangit!, 1 month short people, i told this to somepony and they said "GG".
Does that still means i cant apply?
.......
On to my next page
Title: Re: Legends of Equestria Now Recruiting Writers!
Post by: goodponyplayer on 2014 Oct 28, 07:18:52
Quote from: HiByeDudes on 2014 Oct 28, 07:15:46
*Sigh*
Dangit!, 1 month short people, i told this to somepony and they said "GG".
Does that still means i cant apply?
.......
On to my next page

I guess you can, ts till tomorrow (i guess)
Title: Re: Legends of Equestria Now Recruiting Writers!
Post by: Elphyda on 2014 Oct 28, 15:22:35
I gave my guess in an earlier post.  Here is what I said in it:

Quote from: chisoka on 2014 Oct 24, 21:47:16
I am sorry you feel that the opportunity was spoiled by your age.  I feel they have a good reason for having it, though.  Not many people under the age of sixteen years meet a specific maturity quota, and they might need someone to be of that specific quota for a smaller chance of picking one who is really difficult to work with, if at all able.  I may be wrong, but that is just my guess.
Title: Re: Legends of Equestria Now Recruiting Writers!
Post by: Akilas on 2014 Oct 28, 21:05:28
I only wish be good in english
But i'm not   :c
Title: Re: Legends of Equestria Now Recruiting Writers!
Post by: Keitaro03 on 2014 Oct 28, 22:05:22
Quote from: Akilas on 2014 Oct 28, 21:05:28
I only wish be good in english
But i'm not   :c


Se lo que se siente compañero  :c pero aún así lo intenté ^-^

ENG: I know that feel bro  :c but I actually gave it a try  ^-^
Title: Re: Legends of Equestria Now Recruiting Writers!
Post by: Ludvic on 2014 Oct 29, 01:03:16
Just to make sure, do we still have time to send an application? I know it says 7 days and this was made on the 22nd, however dose that mean we have till like midnight on the 29th or 28th?
Title: Re: Legends of Equestria Now Recruiting Writers!
Post by: Supersnot on 2014 Oct 29, 04:33:26
It will be a legal/insurance reason. They have to be so careful to make sure nothing could potentially block the project  0:) Good luck to all those who have applied  ^-^
Title: Re: Legends of Equestria Now Recruiting Writers!
Post by: Dream Dust on 2014 Oct 29, 05:54:16

Quote from: Ludvic on 2014 Oct 29, 01:03:16
Just to make sure, do we still have time to send an application? I know it says 7 days and this was made on the 22nd, however dose that mean we have till like midnight on the 29th or 28th?


I would imagine you have until midnight on the 29th, that would be a fair 7 days. But it's best to send something earlier rather than waiting for an answer.  I don't want you to miss your chance.

As for the age thing, I think it's for a mixture of reasons. The thing to remember is that this isn't going to be your only chance to show your writing talent. Your day is coming. There is a good reason for age limits and it's not to punish you or the project. Keep contributing by encouraging the staff and appreciating everything they are trying to do. I hoping we will all have plenty of years playing this game and that means we'll need future writer! Take this time to sharpen those skills!  <3
Title: Re: Legends of Equestria Now Recruiting Writers!
Post by: DarkSpectre on 2014 Oct 29, 12:46:36
I would apply, if by looking at my track record with my stories I saw at least one that was actually completed. As that is not the case, and they all have multiple chapters, but haven't been worked on in a long while, I think that despite my stories being fairly good, I'd end up being a burden rather than a help. I do wish you all luck those who do apply though!
Title: Re: Legends of Equestria Now Recruiting Writers!
Post by: Zsaszz on 2014 Oct 29, 12:54:02
If this was posted a month or 2 ago i would sent an application, but now i can't giving the little free time that i have it will be really hard to keep up with the team, so good luck to all who apply.