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+# Staff Recruitment Planning
+
+**Created:** February 8, 2026  
+**Status:** DRAFT - Expand Tonight After Session Reset  
+**Priority:** HIGH - Need staff before Fire/Frost launch
+
+---
+
+## Identified Staffing Needs
+
+### **Priority 1: Creative Team**
+
+**1. Builders (Spawn Area Designers)**
+- **Need:** 2-3 builders for modpack spawn area design
+- **Skills:** Minecraft building, aesthetic design, understanding of modded mechanics
+- **Scope:** Design welcoming, functional spawn areas for 13+ modded servers
+- **Time Commitment:** TBD
+- **Compensation Model:** TBD (volunteer vs profit-sharing)
+
+**2. Social Media Manager**
+- **Need:** Support Meg with social media strategy and execution
+- **Skills:** Content creation, Discord community management, marketing, Fire/Frost brand voice
+- **Platforms:** Discord, Twitter/X, Reddit, Instagram, TikTok
+- **Time Commitment:** TBD
+- **Compensation Model:** TBD
+
+### **Priority 2: Technical Team (Future)**
+
+**3. Moderators (Fire/Frost Paths)**
+- **Need:** TBD
+- **Skills:** Community moderation, understanding Fire vs Frost cultures
+- **Scope:** Discord + in-game moderation
+
+**4. Server Admins (Technical Support)**
+- **Need:** TBD
+- **Skills:** Pterodactyl, Linux, troubleshooting, player support
+
+**5. Wiki/Documentation Writer (BookStack)**
+- **Need:** TBD
+- **Skills:** Technical writing, modpack knowledge, wiki organization
+
+---
+
+## Compensation Models (DECISION NEEDED)
+
+### **Option A: Pure Volunteer**
+**Pros:**
+- No financial obligations
+- Simple to manage
+- Common in gaming communities
+
+**Cons:**
+- Hard to retain quality staff
+- Less commitment
+- Difficulty scaling
+
+### **Option B: Profit-Sharing Model**
+**Pros:**
+- Aligned incentives (staff success = business success)
+- Attracts serious contributors
+- Builds ownership culture
+
+**Cons:**
+- Complex to structure
+- Need legal agreements
+- Requires tracking contributions
+
+### **Option C: Hybrid Model (RECOMMENDED?)**
+**Structure:**
+- Start as volunteer
+- Profit-sharing kicks in when Firefrost hits $X/month revenue
+- Tiered shares based on role/contribution
+
+**Example:**
+- Builders: X% of profits after $500/month revenue
+- Social Media: Y% of profits after $500/month revenue
+- Admins/Mods: Recognition, server perks, future profit consideration
+
+**DECIDE TONIGHT:** Which model aligns with Firefrost values?
+
+---
+
+## Recruitment Channels (WHERE TO POST)
+
+### **Discord Communities:**
+- [ ] r/feedthebeast Discord
+- [ ] Modded Minecraft communities
+- [ ] Building showcase servers
+- [ ] TBD (research tonight)
+
+### **Reddit:**
+- [ ] r/feedthebeast
+- [ ] r/Minecraft
+- [ ] r/MinecraftBuilds (for builders specifically)
+- [ ] r/ModdedMinecraft
+- [ ] r/MinecraftServer
+
+### **Forums:**
+- [ ] CurseForge/Modrinth community forums
+- [ ] Minecraft Forum (if still active)
+
+### **Social Media:**
+- [ ] Twitter/X (gaming hashtags)
+- [ ] TBD
+
+### **Other:**
+- [ ] Firefrost Gaming Discord (once established)
+- [ ] Personal networks
+
+---
+
+## Recruitment Post Template (DRAFT)
+
+**[TO BE WRITTEN TONIGHT]**
+
+**Key Elements to Include:**
+- Who we are (Firefrost Gaming - Fire/Frost dual-path subscription network)
+- What we're building (curated modded Minecraft experience)
+- What we need (specific roles)
+- What we offer (compensation model, creative freedom, ownership)
+- How to apply (Discord? Email? Application form?)
+
+**Tone:**
+- Professional but approachable
+- Emphasize creative freedom
+- Highlight unique Fire/Frost model
+- Make it clear this is a serious project (not fly-by-night server)
+
+---
+
+## Timeline (DRAFT)
+
+**Tonight (After Session Reset):**
+- [ ] Decide compensation model
+- [ ] Research recruitment channels
+- [ ] Draft builder recruitment post
+- [ ] Draft social media manager recruitment post
+
+**This Week:**
+- [ ] Post recruitment ads
+- [ ] Set up application process (Discord form? Google Form?)
+- [ ] Define interview/vetting process
+
+**Next 2 Weeks:**
+- [ ] Review applications
+- [ ] Interview candidates
+- [ ] Onboard selected staff
+
+---
+
+## Questions to Answer Tonight
+
+1. **Compensation:** Volunteer, profit-sharing, or hybrid?
+2. **Legal:** Do we need contracts/agreements for profit-sharing?
+3. **Vetting:** How do we ensure quality hires?
+4. **Training:** What onboarding do staff need?
+5. **Tools:** What access do staff get (Pterodactyl, Discord admin, etc.)?
+6. **Timeline:** When do we need staff in place? (Before Fire/Frost launch?)
+
+---
+
+## Notes
+
+**Builder Focus:**
+- Need spawn areas that reflect Fire vs Frost aesthetics
+- 13+ modpacks = 13+ unique spawn designs
+- Builders should understand modpack themes (tech vs magic vs exploration)
+
+**Social Media Focus:**
+- Meg needs support NOW (she's recovering from broken ankle)
+- Content calendar for Fire/Frost launch
+- Discord community building strategy
+- TikTok/Instagram short-form content (if relevant)
+
+---
+
+**EXPAND THIS DOCUMENT TONIGHT - MAKE FINAL DECISIONS**