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Title: Legends of Equestria is Looking for Writers and Editors!
Post by: Ellowee on 2016 May 05, 13:35:04
Hello, everypony!

Legends of Equestria is once again recruiting writers and editors! We have five open positions (three writing and two editing), and will be accepting applications until May 16th, 2016. If you are passionate about writing, interested in game development, or just want to help us drive LoE forward, please send a family-friendly, original writing sample of no more than 2,000 words to [email protected].

UPDATE:  We are now closed for writing and editing applications.  Thanks to everyone who sent in submissions!  We will be reviewing them this week, and will contact the finalists on the 20th.  Due to the amount of submissions received, will will not be able to give feedback to those who were not chosen, but we hope you keep trying, and wish you the best of luck!

And if you still really want to help Legends of Equestria, feel free to take a look at our
other open positions
. We're constantly looking for fresh talent in these areas to help make Legends of Equestria the best it can be.

Thanks so much, everypony, for your interest in helping Legends of Equestria!
Title: Re: Legends of Equestria is Looking for Writers and Editors!
Post by: waaaaaaah on 2016 May 05, 14:09:13
Oh man. I really, really wish I could help, but I don't quite have the time right now to commit to this  ono >.< What exactly would be involved in the writing process? In other words, what would I be doing, and how often would I be expected to produce content? Also, what is meant by 'original writing sample'? Can I submit MLP fanfiction? And if the writing sample I send in is a bit longer than 2000 words, is that still acceptable?
Title: Re: Legends of Equestria is Looking for Writers and Editors!
Post by: Gamepaw on 2016 May 05, 15:50:29
I have already sent an email and await a reply. I also would like to know about the work involved, I've never been apart of a development team before but have worked with people before on stories, those users also being on this site.
Title: Re: Legends of Equestria is Looking for Writers and Editors!
Post by: Rasy (Flanniest Flan) on 2016 May 05, 18:48:33
The only writing I can do is informational essays. Are you guys looking for creative writing or writing in general?
Title: Re: Legends of Equestria is Looking for Writers and Editors!
Post by: NightMoonMare on 2016 May 05, 18:59:58
Sorry to seem a bit stereotypical with question on this thread, but can you maybe provide extra information on writing & editing?
Title: Re: Legends of Equestria is Looking for Writers and Editors!
Post by: MysticMorning on 2016 May 05, 19:24:42
Quote from: waaaaaaah on 2016 May 05, 14:09:13
Can I submit MLP fanfiction? And if the writing sample I send in is a bit longer than 2000 words, is that still acceptable?


Yes, Fanfics are fine.  If you need 20 or 30 extra words, or if it goes a tad over, that's fine.  We need to ask for brief samples, though, so we can get through them all.
Title: Re: Legends of Equestria is Looking for Writers and Editors!
Post by: waaaaaaah on 2016 May 05, 19:28:21
Quote from: MysticMorning on 2016 May 05, 19:24:42
Yes, Fanfics are fine.  If you need 20 or 30 extra words, or if it goes a tad over, that's fine.  We need to ask for brief samples, though, so we can get through them all.


Thanks. Am I allowed to submit more than one writing sample? It's mostly so I can showcase my different writing abilities.

Also, what exactly would be involved in the writing process? In other words, what would I be doing, and how often would I be expected to produce content?
Title: Re: Legends of Equestria is Looking for Writers and Editors!
Post by: MysticMorning on 2016 May 05, 19:44:27
Quote from: waaaaaaah on 2016 May 05, 14:09:13
What exactly would be involved in the writing process? In other words, what would I be doing, and how often would I be expected to produce content?


Quote from: Gamepaw on 2016 May 05, 15:50:29
I also would like to know about the work involved.


Quote from: cshadd on 2016 May 05, 18:48:33
The only writing I can do is informational essays. Are you guys looking for creative writing or writing in general?


Quote from: NightMoonMare on 2016 May 05, 18:59:58
Sorry to seem a bit stereotypical with question on this thread, but can you maybe provide extra information on writing & editing?


Okay, so when this is every reply, the fault is probably on our end.  X3 The information being sought after can be found on our main recruiting thread here: http://forum.legendsofequestria.com/index.php?topic=12413

Quote from: Ellowee on 2014 Aug 06, 01:51:02


Quest Writers

Applicants should show an advanced grasp of grammar and language mechanics, as well as a clear understanding of story structure and narrative flow.  You must also be comfortable operating under existing programming and design constraints, while still providing a creative and engaging experience for the player.  Experience with MMO story structure is a plus.  To apply, send your original, family-friendly writing samples of no more than 2,000 words to [email protected].  Please include how much time you will be able to devote to Legends of Equestria, and your reason for wanting to join the project.


Editors

We are seeking dedicated, full-time editors for Legends of Equestria.  Applicants must demonstrate a fluent grasp of grammar, spelling, language mechanics, and idiom, but must also have a basic understanding of story structure and narrative flow. You should also be able to work comfortably within the established creative structure and aesthetic of the game. To apply, send your family-friendly writing samples of no more than 2,000 words to [email protected].  Please include how much time you will be able to devote to Legends of Equestria, and your reason for wanting to join the project.


Apologies for the vagueness of the initial post.   ^-^
Title: Re: Legends of Equestria is Looking for Writers and Editors!
Post by: waaaaaaah on 2016 May 05, 19:47:35
Gotcha ^-^
Title: Re: Legends of Equestria is Looking for Writers and Editors!
Post by: Tripy998 on 2016 May 05, 22:52:14
Quote from: MysticMorning
-snip-

(Not directly involving the above post)

I was just wondering. As a student that goes to school 8 hours a day, and probably only has a 2 hour opening every day to work on this, would that be alright?
I would try to devote more time but I have many programs I'm involved in for economical purposes.
Title: Re: Legends of Equestria is Looking for Writers and Editors!
Post by: Particlemane on 2016 May 05, 22:52:53
Writing!?! Storytelling!?! Proper grammar!?! My special talents are needed!

In what format would you like the applications to be submitted: .doc or something else? Or, are attached files a no-no and you want the text copied into an email?
Title: Re: Legends of Equestria is Looking for Writers and Editors!
Post by: NightMoonMare on 2016 May 06, 06:22:43
Quote from: MysticMorning on 2016 May 05, 19:44:27
Okay, so when this is every reply, the fault is probably on our end.  X3 The information being sought after can be found on our main recruiting thread here: http://forum.legendsofequestria.com/index.php?topic=12413

Apologies for the vagueness of the initial post.   ^-^


Thank you so much, I will think about sending an application.

Excuse my bluntness for not even checking the front page, apologies on my behalf. =)
Title: Re: Legends of Equestria is Looking for Writers and Editors!
Post by: McClaw on 2016 May 06, 08:40:15
Now this I can do.
Title: Re: Legends of Equestria is Looking for Writers and Editors!
Post by: ObeyBunny on 2016 May 06, 15:15:34
Oh my gosh, you have NO idea how excited I got when I saw this thread with yesterday's timestamp. I created an account solely to say 'howdy' and apply. When otherwise not occupied sleeping or eating, I'm spending all my time worldbuilding for the MLP universe.

-How their logogram writing system evolved out of cutiemark pictures.
-How their cuteness--their big eyes, broad forehead, general "roundness" of features-- may have been an adaptation to play against parental instincts in other animals prior to ponies banding together into organized societies.
-How and why they domesticated the entire planet, to where not even season happen on their own.

Oh my gosh! I so want to be useful to the LoE crowd!
Title: Re: Legends of Equestria is Looking for Writers and Editors!
Post by: MysticMorning on 2016 May 06, 23:41:34
Quote from: Particlemane on 2016 May 05, 22:52:53
Writing!?! Storytelling!?! Proper grammar!?! My special talents are needed!

In what format would you like the applications to be submitted: .doc or something else? Or, are attached files a no-no and you want the text copied into an email?


Nothing we have to download please.  Beyond that, in-line e-mail text is preferable, but anything we can access online is acceptable.

Post Merge

Quote from: waaaaaaah on 2016 May 05, 14:09:13
how often would I be expected to produce content?


Quote from: Gamepaw on 2016 May 05, 15:50:29
I also would like to know about the work involved


Quote from: Tripy998 on 2016 May 05, 22:52:14
I was just wondering. As a student that goes to school 8 hours a day, and probably only has a 2 hour opening every day to work on this, would that be alright?
I would try to devote more time but I have many programs I'm involved in for economical purposes.


We will ask that visible progress is made on each person's assigned task each week.  Given the nature of writing, especially for a volunteer project, some assignments may not be completable within a week's time, but progress should be being made to the best of your ability.

Editors may be held to higher standards, due to fewer variables typically involved in the nature of the work.

Title: Re: Legends of Equestria is Looking for Writers and Editors!
Post by: McClaw on 2016 May 07, 08:14:00
Quote from: MysticMorning on 2016 May 06, 23:41:34
Nothing we have to download please.  Beyond that, in-line e-mail text is preferable, but anything we can access online is acceptable.

Even attachments? Bother. I may have to re-send mine.
Title: Re: Legends of Equestria is Looking for Writers and Editors!
Post by: Pipkin on 2016 May 09, 12:34:03
Quote from: Thundergirl on 2016 May 08, 15:46:39
Now an irrelevant question ; How do you add pictures to your account???  :')


I think you mean avatars/signatures.  I'll send you a pm
Title: Re: Legends of Equestria is Looking for Writers and Editors!
Post by: O. Vannen on 2016 May 11, 13:47:49
I don't trust myself with writing anything creative, however I'd be more than happy to help with editing and proofreading (and if directly asked, plot or story).

I know, not a lot to go on, but maybe I could edit something as part of my resume?
Title: Re: Legends of Equestria is Looking for Writers and Editors!
Post by: MysticMorning on 2016 May 11, 16:56:21
Quote from: O. Vannen on 2016 May 11, 13:47:49
I don't trust myself with writing anything creative, however I'd be more than happy to help with editing and proofreading (and if directly asked, plot or story).

I know, not a lot to go on, but maybe I could edit something as part of my resume?



We need writing samples from editor applicants to determine your grammatical fluency, and if you have an understanding of the differences between prose, exposition, dialogue, etc. We also want to see how comfortable you are with narrative flow, in order to know you are able to maintain the creative integrity of the author's work, while still ensuring the best possible presentation.

Any small piece of creative prose should suffice, and it only needs to be 2,000 words at most, and to demonstrate your linguistic ability as described above.
Title: Re: Legends of Equestria is Looking for Writers and Editors!
Post by: CMC Scootaloo on 2016 May 11, 17:16:26
@MysticMorning

I have sent in an application with a story that I wrote for it just a few minutes ago. It's an unpublished view story on FIMFiction.net called "Clementine's First Colt Crush".
Can you give me confirmation that you received the e-mail? I want to make sure that it really arrived.
Title: Re: Legends of Equestria is Looking for Writers and Editors!
Post by: MysticMorning on 2016 May 12, 03:10:25
Quote from: CMC Scootaloo on 2016 May 11, 17:16:26
@MysticMorning

I have sent in an application with a story that I wrote for it just a few minutes ago. It's an unpublished view story on FIMFiction.net called "Clementine's First Colt Crush".
Can you give me confirmation that you received the e-mail? I want to make sure that it really arrived.


We received your submission, and are in the process of reviewing it.   Thanks for your interest in helping LoE.
Title: Re: Legends of Equestria is Looking for Writers and Editors!
Post by: CMC Scootaloo on 2016 May 12, 06:57:58
@MysticMorning

Thanks! 0:)
Title: Re: Legends of Equestria is Looking for Writers and Editors!
Post by: Particlemane on 2016 May 13, 03:33:41
EDIT: The post before this was removed, and the issue of this post has been addressed. Ergo, this post is no longer necessary, but I don't want to remove it for sake of keeping records.

Quote
Let's not be hasty, now. They already said that they get a lot of submissions. While I too am curious and anxious that mine has been received, it won't do to have everyone asking if their own submission has been received.


Title: Re: Legends of Equestria is Looking for Writers and Editors!
Post by: MysticMorning on 2016 May 13, 05:11:57
Confirmation or correspondence E-mails have been sent to everyone from whom we received a submission.  Please remember, this is not an indication of the status of your application, only confirmation that it has been received.  If you sent a submission and DO NOT receive e-mail confirmation, please either try again or send me a PM.
Title: Re: Legends of Equestria is Looking for Writers and Editors!
Post by: Particlemane on 2016 May 13, 22:34:49
Aw, that was really nice of you! I honestly was not expecting it. Thank you for taking the time to do that.

I wouldn't have given it a second thought (well, I wouldn't have given it a third thought, anyway), except that I received a notice from another website that they couldn't reach my email. It made me a little pensive about my submission, but I think they were just paranoid because I hadn't reacted to their emails.

Post Merge

Last day today! If you're going to apply, don't delay any longer!
Title: Re: Legends of Equestria is Looking for Writers and Editors!
Post by: Thunder Spin on 2016 May 17, 08:31:42
I wrote a story called the strange friends.
Have I got to send it?  :\ I don't know. I never tried something like writing a story for Legends of Equestria.
Title: Re: Legends of Equestria is Looking for Writers and Editors!
Post by: O. Vannen on 2016 May 17, 17:22:57
QuoteI wrote a story called the strange friends.
Have I got to send it?  :\ I don't know. I never tried something like writing a story for Legends of Equestria.


Alas, the deadline has already passed. I don't believe they're accepting more applications, but that's not my place to decide.
Title: Re: Legends of Equestria is Looking for Writers and Editors!
Post by: ObeyBunny on 2016 May 17, 19:50:16
No matter who gets accepted, are you guys more interested in dialogue, story scenarios for quests, lore, humorous entries for when you mouse over an item's description, or something else entirely?

:3 Oh, this is gonna be too awesome! I wonder how good the writers are!
Title: Re: Legends of Equestria is Looking for Writers and Editors!
Post by: MysticMorning on 2016 May 17, 23:29:29
Quote from: ObeyBunny on 2016 May 17, 19:50:16
No matter who gets accepted, are you guys more interested in dialogue, story scenarios for quests, lore, humorous entries for when you mouse over an item's description, or something else entirely?


Yes.  :P   We are responsible for all written content and NPC interactions in the game, as well as working up item and ability descriptions, and establishing and maintaining the canon of the world.  All those things are important and all fall to the writing department, though this time around we are focusing a bit more on aspects of quest writing.
Title: Re: Legends of Equestria is Looking for Writers and Editors!
Post by: NightMoonMare on 2016 May 19, 17:44:30
Good luck to all those who have applied, hope you all accomplish what you seek!  ^-^
Title: Re: Legends of Equestria is Looking for Writers and Editors!
Post by: Darkfae on 2016 May 20, 04:53:45
Quote from: MysticMorning on 2016 May 17, 23:29:29
Yes.  :P   We are responsible for all written content and NPC interactions in the game, as well as working up item and ability descriptions, and establishing and maintaining the canon of the world.  All those things are important and all fall to the writing department, though this time around we are focusing a bit more on aspects of quest writing.


Game writers have a whole lot they are responsible for, which is why there's actually pretty large teams of writers for every game that comes into being once, in proportion to the rest of the team. MMOs in particular have a good ratio of writers versus the rest of their staff as maintaining all of this stuff in a persistent world is a lot trickier than in a more "static" game; even without expansions, MMOs are having to introduce new items quite frequently, so there's that alone to keep churning out written content, plus holiday events, plus regular content updates that need quests and dungeons, plus fluffy promos for the website, and all the lore spackle to hold it together...the list gets pretty huge, pretty fast. And sadly, in some game communities, there are people who think that just one or two people can handle this load even in AAA titles, when really, even insanely creative people who can churn out content fast cannot keep up with this stuff working alone or in a pair all that easily - not at the rate a lot of people expect things!

Totally wish the writing team luck, especially the new acquisitions. I just recently found out about the game while searching for the source of a picture that had the same name but has nothing to do with the game, and I already like what I've seen, so I expect you guys will continue to do well.  ^-^
Title: Re: Legends of Equestria is Looking for Writers and Editors!
Post by: Trisoul vector on 2016 May 20, 11:18:37
After you have finished the hiring process, would the open servers be more available or be coming soon?
Title: Re: Legends of Equestria is Looking for Writers and Editors!
Post by: MysticMorning on 2016 May 20, 17:33:05
Quote from: Trisoul vector on 2016 May 20, 11:18:37
After you have finished the hiring process, would the open servers be more available or be coming soon?


Writing has no more input on scheduling open servers than any other production department, so I don't really have this information.  You'd do best to contact Public Relations, but even then, I can't promise you'll get any concrete response on the upcoming of frequency of open servers.  We are working hard to achieve a releasable version of the game, and more writers will help to ensure a good range of content, but beyond this I'm afraid I'm not able to provide answers.   :I
Title: Re: Legends of Equestria is Looking for Writers and Editors!
Post by: Darkfae on 2016 May 22, 18:27:06
Yeah, mostly it's all about programming, graphics/modeling, and the dev leadership that decide when a game's at a point where they can release a round of testing - even if stuff like writing is way ahead of schedule, the graphics/modeling and programming have to be working together and running to the point where they are supposed to be as per the dev leadership desires, or they won't go ahead with things. Hopefully PR has information on where the timeline is, but sometimes they don't have up to the minute information because it does take time for the magic to happen.  ovO
Title: Re: Legends of Equestria is Looking for Writers and Editors!
Post by: Pipkin on 2016 May 22, 18:44:32
When PR has information to announce for any events they will make a post about it here and on social media.
This thread is for information or discussions relating to the recruiting and/or the process of such for the writing team, so please stay on topic.  Thank you for your patience!
Title: Re: Legends of Equestria is Looking for Writers and Editors!
Post by: CMC Scootaloo on 2016 May 24, 03:28:11
@Particlemane

Quote from: Particlemane on 2016 May 13, 22:34:49
Aw, that was really nice of you! I honestly was not expecting it. Thank you for taking the time to do that.

I wouldn't have given it a second thought (well, I wouldn't have given it a third thought, anyway), except that I received a notice from another website that they couldn't reach my email. It made me a little pensive about my submission, but I think they were just paranoid because I hadn't reacted to their emails.

Post Merge

Last day today! If you're going to apply, don't delay any longer!


Have you got any response, Midnight Hush?
Title: Re: Legends of Equestria is Looking for Writers and Editors!
Post by: EredarOmen on 2016 May 25, 17:14:31
Quote from: NightMoonMare on 2016 May 19, 17:44:30
Good luck to all those who have applied, hope you all accomplish what you seek!  ^-^


I wish them the same.
Title: Re: Legends of Equestria is Looking for Writers and Editors!
Post by: Particlemane on 2016 Jun 01, 21:27:31
@CMC Scootaloo

Yes, I have heard back. It was a bit of a busy week for me, and I haven't been completely well these last few days, so please forgive me for not replying right away.
Title: Re: Legends of Equestria is Looking for Writers and Editors!
Post by: Mizuki on 2016 Jun 08, 23:46:44
It's nice to see that some of our long-time forum users are now on the development team! :nod:
Title: Re: Legends of Equestria is Looking for Writers and Editors!
Post by: SimK64 on 2016 Jun 09, 14:14:43
That was quite a run. I'm surprised at what was the result.  :o
I will join you all eventually.
Congrats to those 5.  You'll make this game even greater. :)
Title: Re: Legends of Equestria is Looking for Writers and Editors!
Post by: FeverishPegasus on 2016 Jun 13, 02:05:23
I double SimK64. Best of luck to those writers. Make sure to work hard and make the game awesome!
Title: Re: Legends of Equestria is Looking for Writers and Editors!
Post by: spiritwolf98 on 2016 Jun 13, 08:58:24
Yeah. Sadly I don't have much experience but whoever got the job for the game, make it even better :)
Title: Re: Legends of Equestria is Looking for Writers and Editors!
Post by: Blue Ocean on 2016 Jun 21, 18:50:43
hello
Title: Re: Legends of Equestria is Looking for Writers and Editors!
Post by: spiritwolf98 on 2016 Jun 22, 09:17:20
...( At least post something related to the thread... >:/ )
Title: Re: Legends of Equestria is Looking for Writers and Editors!
Post by: CMC Scootaloo on 2016 Jun 24, 06:47:15
@Mizuki

Quote from: Mizuki on 2016 Jun 08, 23:46:44
It's nice to see that some of our long-time forum users are now on the development team! :nod:


And it feels like a dream coming true. It IS a dream coming true. 0:) <3


@SimK64

Quote from: SimK64 on 2016 Jun 09, 14:14:43
That was quite a run. I'm surprised at what was the result.  :o
I will join you all eventually.
Congrats to those 5.  You'll make this game even greater. :)


@FeverishPegasus

Quote from: FeverishPegasus on 2016 Jun 13, 02:05:23
I double SimK64. Best of luck to those writers. Make sure to work hard and make the game awesome!


@KrissyG05

Quote from: KrissyG05 on 2016 Jun 13, 08:58:24
Yeah. Sadly I don't have much experience but whoever got the job for the game, make it even better :)


Thanks for all the congratulations! 0:) I'll do my all to make this game even greater than it ever was! <3
Title: Re: Legends of Equestria is Looking for Writers and Editors!
Post by: MysticMorning on 2016 Jun 24, 15:57:39
Thanks to everypony for your participation, enthusiasm, and support.  :celestia:

It was a close contest, and your support of each other is much appreciated.  We look forward to everyone's continued support, and will endeavor to keep Equestria a place you all want to visit again and again!

We will be locking this topic from further activity, though, so everyone can get back to focusing on active threads and keep the party going strong.  We look forward to seeing you all around the forum, and hopefully soon, seeing you in Equestria again.    :D