[Grogospeak] TNQ'12: Managing Board [Manboard] elections in 3 days!!! (Sat 4/2) – Descriptions of Positions

[Ken M. Haggerty]

Hey everyone!

Elections are in *THREE DAYS OMGZ*.
If you're interested in running but can't come this Saturday, then just
shoot me an email.
And then we will go out for an early dinner afterwards :)

-Ken [man ed, tnq'11]

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>> MANBOARD POSITION DESCRIPTIONS <<
by KMH on 2011.03.21*

*** Creative Team ***

[_] EDITOR IN CHIEF:  Responsible for all creative decisions including the
design of the book and additionally responsible for delegating tasks as
appropriate and meeting all deadlines set by the Managing Editor.  The ideal
Editor in Chief is a team player with a strong vision so as to create a
cohesive and fresh yearbook using the combined talents and ideas of
Technique staff.  The Editor in Chief is also responsible for facilitating a
welcoming and constructive work environment and club and overseeing the rest
of the creative team of Manboard, including Staph.  The Editor in Chief has
final say over all creative content for the book.  (1 yr. Manboard
experience req.) -- *Clare Bayley '11 (cbayley at mit.edu)*

[_] PHOTO EDITOR:  The head photography editor for the book and additionally
responsible for all photographic gear, particularly digital cameras and
studio equipment.  The photo editor works closely with the Editor in Chief
and Design Editor in selecting and retouching photos for the yearbook and
with the Technology Manager to ensure that computers and related
technologies are calibrated, up-to-date, and otherwise meeting photo editing
needs of the club.  The Photo Editor should also train new and current staff
how to use Photoshop and delegate photo editing tasks accordingly.  The
Photo Editor is also responsible for keeping track of equipment and making
sure all equipment is in working condition. (1 yr. Staph experience req.) --
*Biyeun Buczyk '10 (biyeun at mit.edu)*

[_] FILM EDITOR:  Responsible for all photographs, equipment, facilities,
and equipment related to film photography and chemical darkroom.  Photo
editing duties are also strongly encouraged.  The Film Editor maintains the
darkroom, organizes film negatives and positives, and scans film, in
addition to making sure the club has film, chemicals, paper, and other
supplies in stock.  The Film Editor is also responsible for organizing and
running darkroom and chemical darkroom tutorials for members of Technique.
(1 yr. Staph experience req.) -- *Laura Gabrovsek '12 (lmg at mit.edu)*

[_] DESIGN EDITOR:  Responsible for the layout and design of every page of
the book.  The Design Editor works very closely with the Editor in Chief to
formulate a vision for the design and concept of the book.  The Design
Editor is additionally responsible for training members of Technique on the
use of InDesign and Illustrator in addition to other topics on Design. (1
yr. Staph experience req.) -- *Clare Bayley '11 (cbayley at mit.edu)*

[_] PUBLICITY EDITOR:  Responsible for the creation, printing, and
distribution of all publicity for the club, including posters and t-shirts
for members of Technique.  May also be responsible for email publicity.
This is a good introductory position for those looking to learn more about
design and design skills.  Must be willing to learn Photoshop, Illustrator,
and InDesign, if not already familiar. -- *Yi-An (Morgan) Lai '13 (
yianlai at mit.edu)*

[_] ACTIVITIES EDITOR:  Responsible for organizing and soliciting photo
opportunities to members of Technique regarding student groups and
non-sports MIT events and for ensuring that as many different student groups
and MIT activities are photographed and included in the book as possible.
Also responsible for opening up the digital cabinet and checking out
equipment to Staph for use in photographing activities and events. -- *Steph
Lin '11 (linsc at mit.edu)*

[_] SPORTS EDITOR:  Responsible for organizing and soliciting photo
opportunities to members of Technique regarding sporting events and for
ensuring that as many different sports teams are photographed and included
in the book as possible.  Also responsible for opening up the digital
cabinet and checking out equipment to Staph for use in photographing
sporting events. -- *Alan Xu '13 (alanxu at mit.edu)*

[_] JOURNAL EDITOR:  Responsible for collecting, organizing, and filtering
all events and data to be included in the Journal section of the yearbook
(and potentially other sections, as determined by the Editor in Chief).
Responsible for content in the Journal section of the yearbook, including
Year in Review (MIT + World), Obituaries, Police Logs, FML, ISawYou, ADITL,
and other sub-sections as determined by the Editor in Chief.  Should work
closely with the Editor in Chief to determine tone, organization, and
content of Journal.  Should also be willing to delegate out tasks as
necessary and to help in laying out Journal using InDesign (previous
experience not necessary). -- *Sean Tang '13 (stang13 at mit.edu)*

[_] LITERARY EDITOR:  An optional position, as determined by the Editor in
Chief; responsible for all long-form text in the book, including articles,
essays, summaries, introductions, and the like.  Also responsible for
checking factual accuracy, spelling, grammar, and formatting of all textual
elements of the book. -- *Currently vacant*

*** Business Team ***

[_] MANAGING EDITOR:  Responsible for all managerial and business aspects of
Technique, including budget and finances, contracts, website, pricing, and
staff management.  The Managing Editor is the official representative of
Technique to external organizations.  Also serves as third-party in staff
conflict and mediation.  Sets deadlines and enunciates tasks to be completed
by members of Technique.  Also responsible for office management,
reimbursements, purchases, and meetings both internal and external.  The
ideal Managing Editor is extremely particular, organized, punctual, and
clear, in addition to writing timely and concise emails. (1 yr. Manboard
experience req.) -- *Ken Haggerty '11 (kmh2011 at mit.edu)*

[_] TECHNOLOGY MANAGER:  One of the most important positions in the
organization.  Responsible for the upkeep and maintenance of all
non-photographic technology belonging to the club, including computers,
servers, and software. (Must receive the vote of the previous Technology
Manager in addition to a majority of Manboard in order to be
approved.) -- *Nick
Wiltsie G (nwiltsie at mit.edu)*

[_] ORDERS TSAR:  Responsible for organizing and overseeing all
orders-related information for the club, including yearbook orders, services
requests, and customer transactions.  Responds to customer emails in a
timely, clear, concise, professional, and informative fashion, and works
closely with the Managing Editor and Technology Manager to ensure the
accurate implementation of Technique's orders website and databases. -- *Nick
Wiltsie G (nwiltsie at mit.edu)*

[_] SENIORS EDITOR:  Responsible for communicating with MIT seniors and
Technique's senior portraits studio to ensure the correct, pleasant,
punctual, and organized processing of senior portraits and information.
Works closely with the Managing Editor to set dates for spring and fall
portrait sessions and sends out emails to the senior class reminding them to
sign up for a session, attend their session, choose a photo, submit their
senior biography, and buy a yearbook. -- *Hannah Huang '11 (huangy at mit.edu)*

[_] LG EDITOR:  Responsible for overseeing all aspects of Living Group
photography, including setting dates for photography, allocating Staph to
photograph Living Groups, and ensuring that all LG shoots are completed
fully, punctually, and professionally.  Communicates with Living Groups on
behalf of Technique to encourage groups to sign up for an LG shoot, to
select their photo, to provide names for ghosties, and to buy yearbooks.
Also responsible for creating Ghosties for each Living Group.  Should be
willing to help lay out the LG section of the book. -- *Aki Hogge '13 (
akimitsu at mit.edu)*

[_] COKE PUSHER:  Must have a car or access to a Zipcar, a valid driver's
license, Costco or Sam's Club membership, and be willing to drive to and
from Costco.  Willingness to drive to other places, including Ikea, also a
plus.  Strongly encouraged to oversee the supply of food, drinks, and snacks
in the Technique office. -- *Will Yee '10 (williambillyee at gmail.com)*

[_] TNQ EVANGELIST:  A good position for senior members of Technique who
have previously served on Manboard.  Responsible for attending weekly Staph
meetings, getting to know members, sharing stories, and increasing the
overall happiness of members of Technique. -- *Currently vacant*

[_] CONTRIBUTING EDITOR(s):  For those members who have previously served on
Manboard and would like to stay involved without official responsibilities.
(Requires an informal vote.) -- *TC Ong '11 (tcong at mit.edu), **Clara Rhee
'10 (rhec at mit.edu), **Dave Templeton (dtemp at mit.edu)*, *Meng Heng Touch '11
(tmheng at mit.edu),* *Will Yee '10 (williambillyee at gmail.com)*

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Ken M. Haggerty
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Class of 2011
Course 4 - Architecture
Course 9 - Brain + Cognitive Sciences
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>> MANBOARD POSITION DESCRIPTIONS <<
by KMH on 2011.03.21

** Creative Team **

[_] EDITOR IN CHIEF:  Responsible for all creative decisions including the design of the book and additionally responsible for delegating tasks as appropriate and meeting all deadlines set by the Managing Editor.  The ideal Editor in Chief is a team player with a strong vision so as to create a cohesive and fresh yearbook using the combined talents and ideas of Technique staff.  The Editor in Chief is also responsible for facilitating a welcoming and constructive work environment and club and overseeing the rest of the creative team of Manboard, including Staph.  The Editor in Chief has final say over all creative content for the book.  (1 yr. Manboard experience req.)

[_] PHOTO EDITOR:  The head photography editor for the book and additionally responsible for all photographic gear, particularly digital cameras and studio equipment.  The photo editor works closely with the Editor in Chief and Design Editor in selecting and retouching photos for the yearbook and with the Technology Manager to ensure that computers and related technologies are calibrated, up-to-date, and otherwise meeting photo editing needs of the club.  The Photo Editor should also train new and current staff how to use Photoshop and delegate photo editing tasks accordingly.  The Photo Editor is also responsible for keeping track of equipment and making sure all equipment is in working condition. (1 yr. Staph experience req.)

[_] FILM EDITOR:  Responsible for all photographs, equipment, facilities, and equipment related to film photography and chemical darkroom.  Photo editing duties are also strongly encouraged.  The Film Editor maintains the darkroom, organizes film negatives and positives, and scans film, in addition to making sure the club has film, chemicals, paper, and other supplies in stock.  The Film Editor is also responsible for organizing and running darkroom and chemical darkroom tutorials for members of Technique. (1 yr. Staph experience req.)

[_] DESIGN EDITOR:  Responsible for the layout and design of every page of the book.  The Design Editor works very closely with the Editor in Chief to formulate a vision for the design and concept of the book.  The Design Editor is additionally responsible for training members of Technique on the use of InDesign and Illustrator in addition to other topics on Design. (1 yr. Staph experience req.)

[_] PUBLICITY EDITOR:  Responsible for the creation, printing, and distribution of all publicity for the club, including posters and t-shirts for members of Technique.  May also be responsible for email publicity.  This is a good introductory position for those looking to learn more about design and design skills.  Must be willing to learn Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign, if not already familiar.

[_] ACTIVITIES EDITOR:  Responsible for organizing and soliciting photo opportunities to members of Technique regarding student groups and non-sports MIT events and for ensuring that as many different student groups and MIT activities are photographed and included in the book as possible.  Also responsible for opening up the digital cabinet and checking out equipment to Staph for use in photographing activities and events.

[_] SPORTS EDITOR:  Responsible for organizing and soliciting photo opportunities to members of Technique regarding sporting events and for ensuring that as many different sports teams are photographed and included in the book as possible.  Also responsible for opening up the digital cabinet and checking out equipment to Staph for use in photographing sporting events.

[_] JOURNAL EDITOR:  Responsible for collecting, organizing, and filtering all events and data to be included in the Journal section of the yearbook (and potentially other sections, as determined by the Editor in Chief).  Responsible for content in the Journal section of the yearbook, including Year in Review (MIT + World), Obituaries, Police Logs, FML, ISawYou, ADITL, and other sub-sections as determined by the Editor in Chief.  Should work closely with the Editor in Chief to determine tone, organization, and content of Journal.  Should also be willing to delegate out tasks as necessary and to help in laying out Journal using InDesign (previous experience not necessary).

[_] LITERARY EDITOR:  An optional position, as determined by the Editor in Chief; responsible for all long-form text in the book, including articles, essays, summaries, introductions, and the like.  Also responsible for checking factual accuracy, spelling, grammar, and formatting of all textual elements of the book.


** Business Team **

[_] MANAGING EDITOR:  Responsible for all managerial and business aspects of Technique, including budget and finances, contracts, website, pricing, and staff management.  The Managing Editor is the official representative of Technique to external organizations.  Also serves as third-party in staff conflict and mediation.  Sets deadlines and enunciates tasks to be completed by members of Technique.  Also responsible for office management, reimbursements, purchases, and meetings both internal and external.  The ideal Managing Editor is extremely particular, organized, punctual, and clear, in addition to writing timely and concise emails. (1 yr. Manboard experience req.)

[_] TECHNOLOGY MANAGER:  One of the most important positions in the organization.  Responsible for the upkeep and maintenance of all non-photographic technology belonging to the club, including computers, servers, and software. (Must receive the vote of the previous Technology Manager in addition to a majority of Manboard in order to be approved.)

[_] ORDERS TSAR:  Responsible for organizing and overseeing all orders-related information for the club, including yearbook orders, services requests, and customer transactions.  Responds to customer emails in a timely, clear, concise, professional, and informative fashion, and works closely with the Managing Editor and Technology Manager to ensure the accurate implementation of Technique's orders website and databases.

[_] SENIORS EDITOR:  Responsible for communicating with MIT seniors and Technique's senior portraits studio to ensure the correct, pleasant, punctual, and organized processing of senior portraits and information.  Works closely with the Managing Editor to set dates for spring and fall portrait sessions and sends out emails to the senior class reminding them to sign up for a session, attend their session, choose a photo, submit their senior biography, and buy a yearbook.

[_] LG EDITOR:  Responsible for overseeing all aspects of Living Group photography, including setting dates for photography, allocating Staph to photograph Living Groups, and ensuring that all LG shoots are completed fully, punctually, and professionally.  Communicates with Living Groups on behalf of Technique to encourage groups to sign up for an LG shoot, to select their photo, to provide names for ghosties, and to buy yearbooks.  Also responsible for creating Ghosties for each Living Group.  Should be willing to help lay out the LG section of the book.

[_] COKE PUSHER:  Must have a car or access to a Zipcar, a valid driver's license, Costco or Sam's Club membership, and be willing to drive to and from Costco.  Willingness to drive to other places, including Ikea, also a plus.  Strongly encouraged to oversee the supply of food, drinks, and snacks in the Technique office.

[_] TNQ EVANGELIST:  A good position for senior members of Technique who have previously served on Manboard.  Responsible for attending weekly Staph meetings, getting to know members, sharing stories, and increasing the overall happiness of members of Technique.

[_] CONTRIBUTING EDITOR(s):  For those members who have previously served on Manboard and would like to stay involved without official responsibilities. (Requires an informal vote.)
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