Apex is a big deal. Like, maybe we're tooting our own horns, but Apex is pretty much... Well, the Apex of Smash. With that said, it takes a fair amount man power to ensure the tournament is ran to its maximum potential. In the past, we've always handed these spots out to those closest to us, but this year, we're reaching out to the entire community. With an estimated 75% growth from last year's event, it's important to make sure we have the necessary staff to make this happen!
These positions are mainly volunteer basis. Your help will earn you an Apex Staff shirt, and at least one meal voucher. Most of these positions are a mere 3 hour shift, helping guild players through pools and recording the data that the matches contain!
Next, you'll find the list of positions available at Apex 2012, and what those positions would require of you!
Thanks to everyone in advance. Keep in mind, these spaces are limited, so we'll only be accepting the most qualified applicants!
If you have any questions about this, just leave a comment!
These positions are mainly volunteer basis. Your help will earn you an Apex Staff shirt, and at least one meal voucher. Most of these positions are a mere 3 hour shift, helping guild players through pools and recording the data that the matches contain!
Next, you'll find the list of positions available at Apex 2012, and what those positions would require of you!
- Referee: These individuals will oversee a group of four pools, each containing four players. These pools will be best of three, using the Unity Ruleset's guide to tiebreaking. These players should be versed in organizing competitive play, but is not limited to TOs!
Requirements: Versed in Brawl or Melee's Apex ruleset; If applying for the FGC side, versed in the competitve rulesets of SSF4:AE, UMvC3 and MK9; Trusted member of the community; Able to coordinate matches in a quick fashion; Legible handwriting.
Compensation: Volunteer basis. These players will receive staff badges, and one meal voucher.
Required number of staff: 20-30 Referees for Smash. 10 for the other events.
- Coat Check: These individuals will oversee the coat check section of the venue. You will be required to keep watch of the area, only leaving with coverage.
Requirements: Must be able to tag coats, and keep an organized area; Lift up to 50 lbs; Keep track of all funds generated through the coat check; Legible handwriting; Be able to work no less than two shifts of four hours.
Compensation: Paid position. You will recieve 5% of the total amount of money generated from the coat check service. Staff shirts.
Required number of Staff: 3
- Security: These volunteers will be equipped with the authority to prevent players from entering Apex 2012, and will be allowed to enforce the rules provided by Apex.
Requirements: Great communication skills. Able to keep calm in the face of a stressful situation.
Compensation: Volunteer basis. These players will receive a staff shirt, a special name badge, and two meal vouchers.
Required number of Staff: 5
- Drivers: These attendees will be responsible for transporting players to and from the Airport to or from the Hyatt Regency.
Requirements: Must have a well maintained vehicle; Clean driving record (barring minor offenses: Speeding tickets less than 10 miles over the speed limit, parking offenses, etc.); The ability to manage time, and provide prompt service.
Compensation: Volunteer basis. These players will receive staff shirts, and one meal voucher, and all gas/toll expenses reimbursed by Apex 2012. (Must provide receipts.)
Required number of staff: As many as we can get!
- Stream assistants: These players will be tasked with finding high profile matches that are yet to be played, and ensuring their sets are played on stream. You will also be reporting non-stream, high profile matches to the Directional Influence staff to help provide the stream with updates!
Requirements: Organized, and motivated; These volunteers must be able to recognize all top Smash Bros players by face; Attention to detail; Knowledge of top player details, including rivalries, power ranking, major wins and major losses.
Compensation: Volunteer basis. Apex Staff badges, and one meal voucher
Required number of staff: 3
- Photographers: These volunteers will be tasked with... Well, you guessed it: Taking pictures! You'll have access to all facets of the event, including behind the scenes, staff rooms, and the main stage, to be able to provide the world who couldn't attend with the best possible photos you can!
Requirements: Must have your own equipment; Able to develop pictures, and upload them to a website of our choice; Be able to share proprietary rights of all photos with the owners of Apex 2012; Show up early, and stay late on all tournament days.
Compensation: To be determined on quality of product and experience. Portfolios and Resumes are preferred.
Required number of staff: 2.
- Sponsorship Booth: These volunteers will assist our sponsors in relating both product and information to the attendees.
Requirements: Studying the products you'll be assigned to; Relating all information to the attendees; Ability to sell (When applicable); Able to keep a positive attitude during your shifts.
Compensation: Volunteer basis. Apex Staff badge, and one meal voucher per four hour shirt.
Required number of staff: 3
- Name:
- Smash tag:
- Position Applying for:
- Qualifications (If applicable):
- Why you would like to be on Apex Staff?
- Have you ever worked for a tournament before?
Thanks to everyone in advance. Keep in mind, these spaces are limited, so we'll only be accepting the most qualified applicants!
If you have any questions about this, just leave a comment!
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) you said DI or something.. Idk if thats still an option 
