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+### 29. Staff Recruitment Launch
+**Time:** 2-3 hours (setup) + ongoing  
+**Status:** PLANNING  
+**Priority:** Tier 3 - Content & Community  
+**Documentation:** `docs/tasks/staff-recruitment-launch/`
+
+Launch recruitment for Builders (2-3) and Social Media Helper (1) using recruitment ad.
+
+**Prerequisites (Guardian's Notes):**
+- Provision incentive instances (private servers for recruits)
+- Define application review process
+- Finalize ad: decide on specific modpacks mention, deadline
+
+**Key Deliverables:**
+- Incentive instances ready and documented
+- Recruitment ad posted to r/feedthebeast, Discord communities
+- Application tracking system
+- 2-3 Builders + 1 Social Media Helper recruited
+
+**Recruitment Ad:** `docs/planning/discord-recruitment-ad.md`
+
+**See task directory for:** Prerequisites checklist, application process, onboarding guide
+
+---
+
 ## 📊 QUICK STATS
 
-**Total Tasks:** 28  
+**Total Tasks:** 29  
 **Completed:** 1 (NC1 cleanup)  
 **In Progress:** 2 (Vaultwarden, Terraria Arc, Photo Processing)  
 **Ready to Build:** 20+  
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 **Version History:**
+- v3.1 (2026-02-16): Added Task #29 - Staff Recruitment Launch (Guardian's notes)
 - v3.0 (2026-02-16): Full FFG-STD-002 implementation - all 28 tasks migrated to task directories
 - v2.3 (2026-02-16): Whitelist Manager refactored to follow standard
 - v2.2 (2026-02-16): Whitelist Manager expanded to web dashboard
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+# Staff Recruitment Launch
+
+**Status:** PLANNING  
+**Owner:** Michael "Frostystyle" Krause  
+**Priority:** Tier 3 - Content & Community  
+**Last Updated:** 2026-02-16  
+**Time Estimate:** 2-3 hours (setup) + ongoing management
+
+---
+
+## Overview
+
+Launch recruitment campaign for Builders (2-3) and Social Media Helper (1) to support Firefrost Gaming launch.
+
+---
+
+## What It Is
+
+Coordinate the recruitment of founding staff members using the Discord recruitment ad created by The Guardian. Includes provisioning incentive instances (private servers) for recruits and managing the application process.
+
+---
+
+## Prerequisites (Guardian's Notes)
+
+Before posting the recruitment ad, ensure:
+
+1. **Incentive instances ready to provision**
+   - Private dedicated Minecraft servers for recruits
+   - Resource allocation defined (CPU/RAM)
+   - Hosting plan confirmed
+
+2. **Application process defined**
+   - How will applications be received? (Discord DM, form, etc.)
+   - Who reviews applications?
+   - Interview/vetting process
+
+3. **Recruitment ad finalized**
+   - Decision: Mention specific modpacks or keep general?
+   - Consider: Application deadline? (optional)
+   - Location: `docs/planning/discord-recruitment-ad.md`
+
+---
+
+## Success Criteria
+
+- [ ] Incentive instances provisioned and ready
+- [ ] Application process documented
+- [ ] Recruitment ad posted to target channels
+- [ ] 2-3 qualified Builder applicants received
+- [ ] 1 qualified Social Media Helper applicant received
+- [ ] Selected candidates onboarded
+
+---
+
+## Implementation Steps
+
+### Phase 1: Pre-Launch Setup (Before Posting)
+
+1. **Provision Incentive Instances**
+   - Set up private Minecraft servers for recruits
+   - Document resource allocation
+   - Test server access and stability
+
+2. **Define Application Process**
+   - Create application review checklist
+   - Set up tracking system (spreadsheet, etc.)
+   - Define interview questions
+
+3. **Finalize Recruitment Ad**
+   - Review Guardian's draft: `docs/planning/discord-recruitment-ad.md`
+   - Make any final edits
+   - Decide on posting schedule
+
+### Phase 2: Launch
+
+1. **Post to Target Channels**
+   - r/feedthebeast (Reddit)
+   - r/feedthebeast Discord
+   - Other modded Minecraft communities
+   - Firefrost Discord (when established)
+
+2. **Manage Applications**
+   - Review incoming applications
+   - Schedule interviews
+   - Check references/portfolios
+
+3. **Select and Onboard**
+   - Make offers to selected candidates
+   - Grant access to incentive instances
+   - Provide onboarding documentation
+
+---
+
+## Blocks
+
+**This task blocks:**
+- Spawn area design and build-out
+- Social media launch campaign
+- Community growth initiatives
+
+**Blocked by:**
+- None (ready when incentive instances are provisioned)
+
+---
+
+## Documentation
+
+**Current directory contents:**
+- `README.md` - This file (task overview)
+
+**Related documents:**
+- `docs/planning/discord-recruitment-ad.md` - Recruitment ad (created by The Guardian)
+- `docs/planning/staff-recruitment-planning.md` - Original planning doc (archived)
+- `docs/planning/emissary-social-media-handbook.md` - Social media role context
+
+**Additional docs to create:**
+- [ ] `prerequisites.md` - Incentive instance setup guide
+- [ ] `application-process.md` - How to review and vet candidates
+- [ ] `onboarding-checklist.md` - New staff onboarding steps
+
+---
+
+**Fire + Frost + Foundation = Where Love Builds Legacy** 💙🔥❄️
+
+---
+
+**Document Status:** ACTIVE  
+**Next Steps:** 
+1. Provision incentive instances
+2. Define application review process
+3. Finalize recruitment ad edits
+4. Post to recruitment channels