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Karaoke

2016-10-03T22:22:13Z

Ireallyhatecornnuts:

[[Category:Departments]][[Category:Policies]][[Category:Karaoke]]

== KJ ==
*The karaoke jockey generally receives advertising in the con book as compensation, and donates his or her time to the convention in exchange for this and two adult weekend badges.
*The KJ is required to have a library of karaoke songs that are fully licensed; any licensure issues that arise are fully the responsibility of the KJ.
*The KJ is required to keep things at a PG-13 level unless the karaoke session in question is specifically 18+. Sexual songs are allowed as long as it wouldn't be something a child would easily be able to pick up on; songs including heavy-duty swear words are not acceptable. Examples: Fuck, shit, cunt, asshole. Basically, if you cannot say it over the radio and you cannot say it on over-air TV, you cannot have it in a song during general karaoke sessions.
*The KJ is allowed to have a tip jar, and is allowed to accept tips. They are allowed to have a sign up advertising said tip jar. They are not allowed to direct attention to said tip jar verbally, although singers are allowed to point it out.
*The KJ is responsible for their equipment, although SNAFU Con will make every effort to ensure it is safe from theft and damage during non-karaoke hours.
*The KJ is responsible for asking the head of Karaoke for the finalized schedule the week before the convention.
*We do not have any J-rock or K-pop, nor do we have any anime songs, because Japanese licensing of songs is a nightmare. The current head of Karaoke is working on it, but this may be a long time coming.
*'''We DO NOT use YouTube videos for karaoke.''' This is a lawsuit in the making. There is allegedly a YouTube Karaoke service (or something similar) that MontBleu Casino uses, which the current head of Karaoke is looking into; once again, this may be a long time coming.

At this point in time, we use Nevada Karaoke and Entertainment, owned by Alexander Hulsey, as our karaoke service. His email is nevadakaraoke@gmail.com.

== Karaoke Contest ==
*The head of Karaoke will find an emcee for the contest. If a guest or someone else is willing, awesome. If not, the head of Karaoke will be the emcee. The emcee and the KJ may be the same person, but it is easier if they are not.
*The head of Karaoke is responsible for finding prizes for the contest. DO NOT rely on the emcee to do so, although the emcee is welcome to find prizes or offer prizes of their own. There is a prize box owned by SNAFU Con with general swag that the Head can pull from, or the Head can visit local businesses to solicit prizes.
*Online sign-ups for the karaoke contest have been disabled. Sign-ups will only occur on-site, thirty minutes prior to the contest. This can be done via computer or pen and paper.
*Badge numbers, names, and songs must be collected during sign-ups.
*Songs must be PG-13 or under; generally they must adhere to the "general karaoke" rules above.
*There is not currently an achievement for the karaoke contest, if people ask.

== Resources ==

Advertising graphic for Nevada Karaoke and Entertainment:

[[File:Karaoke-ad-snafu-2016.png]]

Karaoke

2016-10-03T22:21:07Z

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[[Category:Departments]][[Category:Policies]]

== KJ ==
*The karaoke jockey generally receives advertising in the con book as compensation, and donates his or her time to the convention in exchange for this and two adult weekend badges.
*The KJ is required to have a library of karaoke songs that are fully licensed; any licensure issues that arise are fully the responsibility of the KJ.
*The KJ is required to keep things at a PG-13 level unless the karaoke session in question is specifically 18+. Sexual songs are allowed as long as it wouldn't be something a child would easily be able to pick up on; songs including heavy-duty swear words are not acceptable. Examples: Fuck, shit, cunt, asshole. Basically, if you cannot say it over the radio and you cannot say it on over-air TV, you cannot have it in a song during general karaoke sessions.
*The KJ is allowed to have a tip jar, and is allowed to accept tips. They are allowed to have a sign up advertising said tip jar. They are not allowed to direct attention to said tip jar verbally, although singers are allowed to point it out.
*The KJ is responsible for their equipment, although SNAFU Con will make every effort to ensure it is safe from theft and damage during non-karaoke hours.
*The KJ is responsible for asking the head of Karaoke for the finalized schedule the week before the convention.
*We do not have any J-rock or K-pop, nor do we have any anime songs, because Japanese licensing of songs is a nightmare. The current head of Karaoke is working on it, but this may be a long time coming.
*'''We DO NOT use YouTube videos for karaoke.''' This is a lawsuit in the making. There is allegedly a YouTube Karaoke service (or something similar) that MontBleu Casino uses, which the current head of Karaoke is looking into; once again, this may be a long time coming.

At this point in time, we use Nevada Karaoke and Entertainment, owned by Alexander Hulsey, as our karaoke service. His email is nevadakaraoke@gmail.com.

== Karaoke Contest ==
*The head of Karaoke will find an emcee for the contest. If a guest or someone else is willing, awesome. If not, the head of Karaoke will be the emcee. The emcee and the KJ may be the same person, but it is easier if they are not.
*The head of Karaoke is responsible for finding prizes for the contest. DO NOT rely on the emcee to do so, although the emcee is welcome to find prizes or offer prizes of their own. There is a prize box owned by SNAFU Con with general swag that the Head can pull from, or the Head can visit local businesses to solicit prizes.
*Online sign-ups for the karaoke contest have been disabled. Sign-ups will only occur on-site, thirty minutes prior to the contest. This can be done via computer or pen and paper.
*Badge numbers, names, and songs must be collected during sign-ups.
*Songs must be PG-13 or under; generally they must adhere to the "general karaoke" rules above.
*There is not currently an achievement for the karaoke contest, if people ask.

== Resources ==

Advertising graphic for Nevada Karaoke and Entertainment:

[[File:Karaoke-ad-snafu-2016.png]]

File:Karaoke-ad-snafu-2016.png

2016-10-03T22:18:44Z

Ireallyhatecornnuts: Karaoke ad for SNAFU Con book -- Karaoke.

Karaoke ad for SNAFU Con book -- Karaoke.

Cosplay Judge Instructions

2016-10-03T21:56:03Z

Ireallyhatecornnuts:

==Judges' Policies==
*The judges do not have to give out all the awards. If there are not enough entries to warrant an award, then an award need not be given.
*That being said, providing there are enough entries, please try to give out the following awards (ordered by priority): Best in Show; Best in Division; Best Performance; Best Workmanship; Best in Theme.
*Be serious when granting an award. A serious award with a funny name is fine (Example: "Best Use of Duct Tape"), but please don't grant an award if you don't think the entry has any real merit.
*Every judge will have an award to give to whomever they feel deserves it, regardless of the other awards given out.
*A great joke is not automatically a great costume.
*Only judge a costume against what is in this particular masquerade.
*Judges are to be impartial in their judging. If a judge feels that they can not be objective in their judging please talk to the director and your fellow judges about the problem and we will come up with a reasonable course of action.
*Judges are NOT to judge their fellow judges. If you feel that another judge is not qualified to be a judge, keep it to yourself. If you cannot keep it to yourself, please only tell the director.
*Judges are to retain a professional demeanor while they are judging or doing anything related to the masquerade.

==Awards==
We have the following awards:
*Best in Show - best combined craftsmanship and performance
*Best in Division (Best Master, Journeyman, Novice, Youth) - best combined craftsmanship and performance that did not win Best in Show
*Best Performance - best performance that did not win Best in Show or Best in Class
*Best Workmanship - best craftsmanship that did not win Best in Show or Best in Class
*Best in Theme - A merit award given to the best overall "in theme" performance/costume.
*Merit awards given at the discretion of the judges possibly including but not limited to "Judge's Choice," "Best Use of Sheet Metal" or whatever you would like to name your award.

==Judging==
===How to Judge the Masquerade===

While there is a point system on the judging sheet, this is best used as a guideline for individual preference. Judges should still discuss awards, especially the "best in" awards and entries, and come to a general consensus as to what entry wins each award.

If the judges can not come to a consensus with a reasonable period of discussion, then the majority will decide. In the event that the judges are tied and can not come to any reasonable decision, the director will serve as a tie breaker (Please come to a reasonable and civil decision. The director does not want to be a tie breaker).

Violation of the rules disqualifies an entry from winning ''any'' awards. The rules include: This skit has been done in a SNAFU Con Masquerade before; This costume violates the safety or nudity rules of the con; the skit went over the 2-minute time limit and they were not given prior permission to do so (the sound tech will cut the sound at two minutes if they were not given prior approval). If the skit only went over by a second or so, judges are expected to use their best judgement.

Merit awards may be given by individual judges without any discussion or input with the other judges. There are a finite number of trophies for merit awards which are equal to or greater than the number of judges. Each judge will be allocated one trophy. Additional trophies may be given based on group consensus and trophy availability*.

<nowiki>*</nowiki>The two MCs are also each allotted one trophy to give. The director may also give out a director’s choice award at their discretion.

===How to Judge Craftsmanship ===

Once again, there is a points system in place that is best used as a guideline for individual preference. Judges are expected to discuss the individual merits of each entry and come to a general consensus. As with the masquerade, the director will serve as a tiebreaker if the judges cannot come to a consensus, but this is a last resort.

After craftsmanship judging is complete, judges should take a reasonable amount of time to discuss craftsmanship awards, so that craftsmanship does not need to be decided during Masquerade judging. This should be done in a relatively secure space, so that the general public does not witness any arguments or discussion on the topic.

As with the masquerade, violation of any of the general cosplay rules disqualifies the entry from winning any craftsmanship awards. Additionally, if the cosplay was purchased from someone else or is entirely pre-made, like a Halloween costume, it does not qualify for craftsmanship awards.

==Cosplay Dress Code==

Cosplay Masquerade and Craftsmanship entries must not violate the following rules:

*Cosplayers are required to wear shoes. If the cosplay requires the illusion of being barefoot, "invisible" plastic shoes are acceptable, as long as there is foot coverage. During Craftsmanship judging, cosplayers may remove shoes for the duration of judging only, and must put the shoes back on immediately.
*No buttock or genitalia must be showing. Even the lower portion of the buttock must be covered.
*For women - no side-boob or under-boob may be showing. 70% of the breast must be covered. Dramatically plunging necklines that show under-boob or side-boob are not allowed (plunging necklines with cleavage are otherwise allowed). Pasties are not allowed.
*For men - Men may be topless or have more skin showing (above the waistline) as long as the cosplay requires it. A Google search may be employed to verify.
*No illusion of nudity is allowed. Flesh-colored clothing that has been painted or embroidered to dispose of the illusion of nudity is okay; flesh-colored underwear underneath a cosplay is allowed to prevent wardrobe malfunctions. This applies to any see-through clothing as well; you must not be able to see any area prohibited by policies.
*Underwear and bathing suits are allowed as long as they follow the above nudity policies. Men's underwear must have the fly sewn shut. However, if a cosplay is simply a bra and panties, it is not allowed.
*Extremely short skirts are allowed as long as the entire buttocks and genital area are covered.
*Slit dresses or skirts are allowed as long as the entire buttocks and genital area are not revealed with movement. The slit must be secured somehow to prevent this.
*If the costume is large, it must not be so large that it causes problems. If it cannot get through the door to the judging area, it is disqualified, although if the costume can be altered quickly to conform to rules, the judges and director may reconsider.

Cosplay Judge Instructions

2016-10-03T21:35:55Z

Ireallyhatecornnuts: /* How to Judge the Masquerade */

Cosplay Judge Instructions

2016-10-03T21:26:14Z

Ireallyhatecornnuts: /* How to Judge the Masquerade */

Masquerade Procedures

2016-10-03T21:22:27Z

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[[Category:Departments]][[Category:Policies]][[Category:Cosplay]][[Category:Masquerade]]

== Participating ==

*Participants can sign up online, or in-person. Online sign-ups '''must still visit the cosplay station''' to fill out paperwork and receive their fact sheet.
*Participants will be given a fact sheet at-con, containing information on everything related to the Masquerade, including times and requirements, availability of amenities such as a printing station, as well as information on the Masquerade reception (If there will be free food, mention this -- people will always come for free food).
*All participants in the Masquerade or craftsmanship judging must fill out a judging packet (if the participant is going to be in the Masquerade as well as participate in craftsmanship, they must fill out '''one of each of the packets'''). This packet includes a cover page where they will put their badge number(s), name(s), what is being portrayed, etc., as well as judging sheets for the judges. This packet will be made available at the cosplay station during the con, and will ''remain'' at the cosplay station to be given to the judges. '''PARTICIPANTS MAY NOT TAKE THIS PACKET WITH THEM.'''
*Craftsmanship participants should attempt to include a hardcopy picture of what character they are portraying. A printer and computer will be made available for those who do not have access to these items at designated times. These times will be included on the cosplay fact sheet. Hardcopy pictures will be attached to the judging packet, to be given to the judges.

== Judges ==

*Judging packets will be altered and streamlined year-to-year as problems arise.
*Prior to judging, judges should be given a printout containing a list of awards available that year, and a description of those awards. The allotted time for judging, during which the emcees of the masquerade will be performing, will also be included on this printout, so that judges know what their time limit for decision-making is.
*Judging will be done on a points system, but judges still have the ability to override that in favor of a superb cosplay or skit. The Con reserves the right to change rules as needed and modify policy on the fly, although this should only be done in extreme cases.

Cosplay

2016-10-03T21:13:07Z

Ireallyhatecornnuts: /* The Masquerade */

[[Category:Departments]]
Cosplay Department runs all things cosplay related. Cosplay provides equipment for the cosplay repair station, hosts gatherings, and organizes the Masquerade. [[Peace Bonding]] of props is handled by the Rovers.

There was a [[Cosplay Cooldown Room]]. Unknown if this room will return in the future.

==Cosplay Repair Station==
An area dedicated for the on-site repair of con-goer cosplays. Policies and item list to follow.

==The Masquerade==
More information to follow.
*Related - [[Masquerade Procedures]]
*Related - [[Cosplay Judge Instructions]]

Cosplay

2016-10-03T21:10:35Z

Ireallyhatecornnuts: /* The Masquerade */

[[Category:Departments]]
Cosplay Department runs all things cosplay related. Cosplay provides equipment for the cosplay repair station, hosts gatherings, and organizes the Masquerade. [[Peace Bonding]] of props is handled by the Rovers.

There was a [[Cosplay Cooldown Room]]. Unknown if this room will return in the future.

==Cosplay Repair Station==
An area dedicated for the on-site repair of con-goer cosplays. Policies and item list to follow.

==The Masquerade==
More information to follow.
*Related - [[Masquerade Policies]]
*Related - [[Cosplay Judge Instructions]]

Cosplay

2016-10-03T21:09:01Z

Ireallyhatecornnuts: /* The Masquerade */

[[Category:Departments]]
Cosplay Department runs all things cosplay related. Cosplay provides equipment for the cosplay repair station, hosts gatherings, and organizes the Masquerade. [[Peace Bonding]] of props is handled by the Rovers.

There was a [[Cosplay Cooldown Room]]. Unknown if this room will return in the future.

==Cosplay Repair Station==
An area dedicated for the on-site repair of con-goer cosplays. Policies and item list to follow.

==The Masquerade==
More information to follow.
*Related - [[Cosplay Policies]]
*Related - [[Cosplay Judge Instructions]]

Marketing

2015-08-27T19:06:06Z

Ireallyhatecornnuts:

[[Category:Departments]][[Category:Policies]]
Marketing operates primarily pre-con, from the moment the dates of the con are announced up to through first day of con (although work is done during the convention as well). The department exists to promote the convention and draw in attendees or guests (mostly attendees). There are a number of ways this can be done; through [[Social Media]], via the [[Press]], with [[Con Outreach]] and [[Club Outreach]], via [[Philanthropy]], and by approaching people about [[Sponsorship]]. It is important, when applying to become a member of the Marketing team, that you determine where your strengths lay and apply for the correct sub-department.

== Requirements ==
*Must be able to interact with members of the public in a positive, friendly manner.
*Must be willing to operate at odd hours (5 a.m. for a TV spot; 9 p.m. for a radio interview; noon to post to Tumblr; 3 p.m. to call charitable organizations or visit local businesses), as well as the standard 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. work day.
*Must be able to present a professional appearance when representing the Con.
*Must be extremely enthusiastic about SNAFU Con as a whole.
*Must be willing to spend at least a portion of the actual convention networking.

== Resources ==
*[[Movie theater advertising prices for in and around Washoe County]]
*[[Local businesses that have hosted our flyers or helped in other ways]]
*[[Transit advertising prices]]
*[[Billboard advertising prices]]

Billboard advertising prices

2015-08-27T19:06:00Z

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[[Category:Advertising]][[Category:Research]]
There are several billboard companies throughout northern Nevada and California. We are trying to build a comprehensive list of them and their pricing. Pricing may come with time because it requires direct contact with their sales persons. It will be added as prices are hammered down.

== Stott Outdoor Advertising ==

*http://stottoutdoor.com
*Active throughout northern California and Nevada.
*Several traditional billboards throughout Reno, Carson, Fernley, and Fallon, all visible from highways or freeways.

== Out Front Media ==

*http://www.outfrontmedia.com
*More information available [http://www.outfrontmedia.com/Tools/OtherTools/DocumentLibrary/MediaKits/reno-media-kit.pdf here].

== Clear Channel Outdoor ==

*http://clearchanneloutdoor.com
*Reno-specific information is available [http://clearchanneloutdoor.com/where-we-are/reno-tahoe/ here].
*Have both traditional billboards and digital billboards, all visible from highways and freeways.

== YESCO ==

*http://www.yesco.com
*Reno-specific information available [http://www.yesco.com/reno/billboards-reno.html here].
*Have both traditional billboards and digital billboards, all visible from highways and freeways.

== Saunders Outdoor Advertising Inc. ==
*http://www.saundersoutdoor.com
*Have four Reno locations and one in Lovelock, all visible from highways and freeways.

Marketing

2015-08-27T18:47:46Z

Ireallyhatecornnuts:

Transit advertising prices

2015-08-27T18:47:28Z

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These prices are for 2015 and vary per system.

== Reno/Sparks - Reno Transit Authority (RTC) ==

Rates vary depending on the size of the advertisement, how many buses we want it on, and how long the advertising is run. The full breakdown can be found [http://www.rtcwashoe.com/PublicTransportation/Transit%20Advert/Transit%20Advertising%20Sales%20Kit_2014.pdf here], but a "queen size" advertisement for one month on 1 - 9 buses costs just under $200. This advertisement is on the oustside of the bus and is very cost-effective. They also have in-bus advertising at a very cheap rate. However, we have to provide our own panels for all of these. Something to consider. In their linked-above press kit they have a few vendors they've gone through for printing.

Because of this, the tech specs will vary per vendor.

== Carson City - Jump Around Carson (JAC) ==

Jump Around Carson offers rates for on-bus advertising, in-bus advertising, and bus shelter advertising; the full rate card can be found [http://www.carson.org/modules/showdocument.aspx?documentid=42835 here]. Our best bet for this one is the in-bus advertising, which runs about $100 for a month in all of the buses in use in Carson City. Next year we might want to consider the shelter advertisements, which run about $350 for six months.

JAC runs their advertising through the Nevada Appeal. The contact information is as follows:

Tonya Champa 
Advertising Director 
Phone Number: 775-881-1277 
Cell Number: 775-721-1420 
E-Mail: tchampa@sierranevadamedia.com

We are attempting to find the required tech specs for advertisements.

== Douglas County - Douglas Area Rural Transit (DART) ==

DART does not currently have a rate card. The contact information for this is:

Travis K. Lee 
Senior Services and Public Transit Manager 
Douglas County, NV 
P.O. Box 218 
Minden, NV 89423

(Yes, they want us to send a letter.)

DART takes .jpg and .pdf file formats.

== Lake Tahoe ==

There are a lot of transit authorities in use surrounding Lake Tahoe. We are in the process of organizing these and getting information. Bear with us.

Local businesses that have hosted our flyers or helped in other ways

2015-08-27T17:30:32Z

Ireallyhatecornnuts: Created page with "Category:AdvertisingCategory:Research This is a list of local businesses, broken down by city, that have helped us in some way during the 2015 Con season -- usually by..."

[[Category:Advertising]][[Category:Research]]
This is a list of local businesses, broken down by city, that have helped us in some way during the 2015 Con season -- usually by hosting our flyers for people to take home. If what they have done for is is not noted down, assume it is because they're hosting flyers. If you're putting a business down that has done something ELSE for us, please note what they've done next to the business name.

NOTE: there are some nonprofits on here as well, but they're being included as having been friendly to our con for future reference

== Reno ==

* Someone who has done Reno flyering, please update this list.

== Sparks ==

* Someone who has done Sparks flyering, please update this list.

== Carson City ==

* '''DK’s Sierra Mountain Comics'''
1801 E. William St. 
Carson City, NV, 89701 
(775) 841-4263 
Owner: Robert Kirk Patrick

* '''Comma Coffee'''
312 S. Carson St. 
Carson City, NV, 89701 
(775) 883-2662

* '''Game Cozy'''
1621 E. William St. 
Carson City, NV, 89701 
(775) 883-9999

* '''Nerdvana'''
385 Hot Springs Road Ste. 1 
Carson City, NV, 89706 
(775) 461-3977

* '''GameStop #3096'''
3250 Retail Dr. #140 
Carson City, NV, 89706 
(775) 887-0333

* '''Carson City Library'''
900 N. Roop St. 
Carson City, NV, 89701 
(775) 887-2244

== Minden/Gardnerville ==

* Someone who has done Minden/Gardnerville flyering, please update this list.

== Lake Tahoe ==

* Someone who has done Lake Tahoe flyering, please update this list.

== Lyon County ==

* Someone who has done Lyon County flyering, please update this list.

Marketing

2015-08-27T17:24:01Z

Ireallyhatecornnuts:

Press Kits

2015-07-28T07:46:55Z

Ireallyhatecornnuts:

[[Category:Research]][[Category:Procedures]]
Press kits can be extremely cheap to put together and make us as a con look extraordinarily professional. This kit should be handed out at the press orientation, and each person who has applied for a press badge should receive one. When the members of the press receive their press badges, they will not receive a standard registration bag – they will receive theirs at their orientation, which includes a standard reg bag setup.

It is extremely important that press kit budget requests be made around July so that those involved in purchasing can take advantage of back-to-school sales if it is more cost-effective.

== Press Kit contents ==
Each press kit should be in a folder with pockets, cardboard or plastic. These folders need to have a business card insert in at least one pocket, if possible. The folder should be labeled in some way – either via a printed label that indicates the folder is a SNAFU Con press kit, or if we can ever afford it, we could get custom-printed folders.

Each press kit should contain one of the following:
*The press liaison’s business card, so members of the press can contact them if they have questions. This should be inserted into the business card insert.
*A SNAFU Con con book and schedule.
*A generic [[Press Release]], properly formatted, with the SNAFU Con logo at the top of it.
*A “press rules” sheet.
*A quick-facts sheet about the convention.

Optional items:
*A reiteration of the behavior policies, because there is a good chance members of the press will not actually read their con books.
*A quick-sheet of panel highlights from previous years. Try and keep it PG-13.
*A CD (labeled “Digital media kit”) containing digital versions of all of the above items in PDF format, as well as a hi-res and low-res versions of the SNAFU Con logo, digital promo pictures, and digital versions of the con book pictures of our special guests, labeled by name. This CD should, obviously, be put into a CD sleeve of some sort.
*Any cheap swag we have to offer, such as promo buttons or stickers. You would be surprised how much free cheap stuff endears us to members of the press. These can be put into the actual folders if the items are flat enough; otherwise, you could place it in the con bag, which the press kit is placed into.

File:SNAFUConPressRelease.png

2015-07-28T07:44:06Z

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An example press release.

Press Release

2015-07-28T07:41:40Z

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Press releases should be written in AP Style, as this is the most-used journalism writing style in the US.

== Press Release contents ==
Press releases ''must'' contain the following items:
*IMBARGO INFORMATION: A press release will lead with either, in bold, capitalized letters, FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE, or FOR RELEASE ON (DATE). This should be placed in the upper left-hand corner.
*The SNAFU Con logo, centered.
*A headline describing the gist of the press releases' contents, in bold and also centered.
*Place (Usually where the Con is being held that year) and the date of the release. The place should be in allcaps and italicized, and the date should be italicized and use proper capitalization technique. Following this, an em dash.
*Directly after the place and date, a strong leading sentence and paragraph.
*A "nut 'graph," which explains the purpose of the press release clearly.
*A small paragraph explaining the dates, times, and locations of the Con for that year.
*"For more information about SNAFU Con, visit www.snafucon.com or e-mail info@snafucon.com
*Either ### or ENDS, bolded and centered, to indicate the end of the information that should be made available to the public. ### is more standard.

Press releases can also contain:
*A sub-heading elucidating on the header beneath the headline, in regular, non-bold and non-italicized text.
*A center paragraph enhancing upon the topic at hand, if there is more information that the press should know, beneath the nut 'graph.
*Beneath ### or ENDS, information on how to apply for press credentials.
*Beneath ### or ENDS, the contact information of the press liaison who wrote the press release.

== Example ==
The following is an example of a properly-formatted press release.

[[File:SNAFUConPressRelease.png]]

== Sending out releases ==
When sending out a paper copy of a press release, print in color so that the SNAFU Con logo pops out.

When sending out an e-mail version of the press release, include the contents of the press release in the body of the e-mail, properly formatted, and include an attached .pdf version. E-mail versions should be done in a "media blast," where one e-mails the press release to multiple press contacts at once.

File:SNAFUConPressRelease.png

2015-07-28T07:40:22Z

Ireallyhatecornnuts: An example press release.

An example press release.

Press Kits

2015-07-28T07:17:57Z

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[[Category:Research]][[Category:Procedures]]
Press kits can be extremely cheap to put together and make us as a con look extraordinarily professional. This kit should be handed out at the press orientation, and each person who has applied for a press badge should receive one. When the members of the press receive their press badges, they will not receive a standard registration bag – they will receive theirs at their orientation, which includes a standard reg bag setup.

It is extremely important that press kit budget requests be made around July so that those involved in purchasing can take advantage of back-to-school sales if it is more cost-effective.

== Press Kit contents ==
Each press kit should be in a folder with pockets, cardboard or plastic. These folders need to have a business card insert in at least one pocket, if possible. The folder should be labeled in some way – either via a printed label that indicates the folder is a SNAFU Con press kit, or if we can ever afford it, we could get custom-printed folders.

Each press kit should contain one of the following:
*The press liaison’s business card, so members of the press can contact them if they have questions. This should be inserted into the business card insert.
*A SNAFU Con con book and schedule.
*A generic press release, properly formatted, with the SNAFU Con logo at the top of it.
*A “press rules” sheet.
*A quick-facts sheet about the convention.

Optional items:
*A reiteration of the behavior policies, because there is a good chance members of the press will not actually read their con books.
*A quick-sheet of panel highlights from previous years. Try and keep it PG-13.
*A CD (labeled “Digital media kit”) containing digital versions of all of the above items in PDF format, as well as a hi-res and low-res versions of the SNAFU Con logo, digital promo pictures, and digital versions of the con book pictures of our special guests, labeled by name. This CD should, obviously, be put into a CD sleeve of some sort.
*Any cheap swag we have to offer, such as promo buttons or stickers. You would be surprised how much free cheap stuff endears us to members of the press. These can be put into the actual folders if the items are flat enough; otherwise, you could place it in the con bag, which the press kit is placed into.

Movie theater advertising prices for in and around Washoe County

2015-07-28T07:13:51Z

Ireallyhatecornnuts:

[[Category:Advertising]][[Category:Research]]
These prices are for 2015; keep this in mind when making any arrangements for advertising and ask for this year's prices when doing so. Unless otherwise mentioned these prices are for pre-show stills.

== NCM Marketing ==
Contact:

David Murakami

Email: David.Murakami@ncm.com

Phone: (530) 550-8632

Fax: (530) 550-7352

$1,624.00 for four weeks at all three '''Reno Century Theaters''' (Park Lane, Riverside, Summit Sierra, all in Reno).
Note that NCM marketing's price is based on a 15-second video spot. When questioned about pre-show stills the above contact said they do not do those.

== On The Wall Theater Advertising ==
Contact:

Rik Zelman

rzelman@adsonthewall.com

SVP, Director of Sales

888.668.4355

818.464.4940 Direct

'''Monthly rates:'''
*Galaxy Luxury+ IMAX Legends 12 – Sparks: $850
*Galaxy Fandango 10 – Carson City: $750
*Ironwood 8 – Minden: $350
*Heavenly Village 8 – South Lake Tahoe: $550

Press

2015-07-28T07:11:33Z

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[[Category:Departments]][[Category:Procedures]]
Press, as a sub-department of Marketing, primarily exists to interact with members of the media (print, radio, television, and online). The media exists to inform the public, but it can also be considered a lucrative form of free advertising for the Con. Press works throughout the year, and must be willing to network with members of the press both during Con and outside of Con.

== Requirements ==
*Must be willing to work late or early, depending on need.
*Must have a friendly demeanor and be willing to interact with members of the public and press.
*Must know AP Style or be willing to learn.
*Must know how to write a press release, or be willing to learn.
*Must be able to dress and act professionally when acting on behalf of the Con.

== Responsibilities ==
*Send out regular press releases
*Interact with members of the press
*Promote in-con and out-of-con events, such as cosplay meetups and on-site events
*Create and put together press kits
*Send out pre-con press releases no later than two weeks prior to con to encourage members of the press to attend or promote the Con
*Interact with other departments to spotlight their out-of-con efforts as promotion
*Secure TV and radio spots, interviews, and other pre-con media concerns

== Resources ==
*[[Press Kits]]

Marketing

2015-07-28T07:03:35Z

Ireallyhatecornnuts:

[[Category:Departments]][[Category:Procedures]]
Marketing operates primarily pre-con, from the moment the dates of the con are announced up to through first day of con (although work is done during the convention as well). The department exists to promote the convention and draw in attendees or guests (mostly attendees). There are a number of ways this can be done; through [[Social Media]], via the [[Press]], with [[Con Outreach]] and [[Club Outreach]], via [[Philanthropy]], and by approaching people about [[Sponsorship]]. It is important, when applying to become a member of the Marketing team, that you determine where your strengths lay and apply for the correct sub-department.

== Requirements ==
*Must be able to interact with members of the public in a positive, friendly manner.
*Must be willing to operate at odd hours (5 a.m. for a TV spot; 9 p.m. for a radio interview; noon to post to Tumblr; 3 p.m. to call charitable organizations or visit local businesses), as well as the standard 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. work day.
*Must be able to present a professional appearance when representing the Con.
*Must be extremely enthusiastic about SNAFU Con as a whole.
*Must be willing to spend at least a portion of the actual convention networking.

== Resources ==
*[[Movie theater advertising prices for in and around Washoe County]]

Movie theater advertising prices for in and around Washoe County

2015-07-28T07:02:58Z

Ireallyhatecornnuts: Created page with "Category:Advertising These prices are for 2015; keep this in mind when making any arrangements for advertising and ask for this year's prices when doing so. Unless otherwi..."

[[Category:Advertising]]
These prices are for 2015; keep this in mind when making any arrangements for advertising and ask for this year's prices when doing so. Unless otherwise mentioned these prices are for pre-show stills.

== NCM Marketing ==
Contact:

David Murakami

Email: David.Murakami@ncm.com

Phone: (530) 550-8632

Fax: (530) 550-7352

$1,624.00 for four weeks at all three '''Reno Century Theaters''' (Park Lane, Riverside, Summit Sierra, all in Reno).
Note that NCM marketing's price is based on a 15-second video spot. When questioned about pre-show stills the above contact said they do not do those.

== On The Wall Theater Advertising ==
Contact:

Rik Zelman

rzelman@adsonthewall.com

SVP, Director of Sales

888.668.4355

818.464.4940 Direct

'''Monthly rates:'''
*Galaxy Luxury+ IMAX Legends 12 – Sparks: $850
*Galaxy Fandango 10 – Carson City: $750
*Ironwood 8 – Minden: $350
*Heavenly Village 8 – South Lake Tahoe: $550

Marketing

2015-07-28T06:58:11Z

Ireallyhatecornnuts:

[[Category:Departments]][[Category:Procedures]]
Marketing operates primarily pre-con, from the moment the dates of the con are announced up to through first day of con (although work is done during the convention as well). The department exists to promote the convention and draw in attendees or guests (mostly attendees). There are a number of ways this can be done; through [[Social Media]], via the [[Press]], with [[Con Outreach]] and [[Club Outreach]], via [[Philanthropy]], and by approaching people about [[Sponsorship]]. It is important, when applying to become a member of the Marketing team, that you determine where your strengths lay and apply for the correct sub-department.

== Requirements ==
*Must be able to interact with members of the public in a positive, friendly manner.
*Must be willing to operate at odd hours (5 a.m. for a TV spot; 9 p.m. for a radio interview; noon to post to Tumblr; 3 p.m. to call charitable organizations or visit local businesses), as well as the standard 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. work day.
*Must be able to present a professional appearance when representing the Con.
*Must be extremely enthusiastic about SNAFU Con as a whole.
*Must be willing to spend at least a portion of the actual convention networking.

== Resources ==
*Movie theater advertising prices for in and around Washoe County

Marketing

2015-07-28T06:57:23Z

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