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Created comprehensive Google Form template for staff recruitment pre-screening. PURPOSE: - Filter quality applicants before Discord DMs - Collect structured information upfront - Automatic tracking via Google Sheets - Professional application process POSITIONS: - Builders (2-3) - Social Media Helper (1) FORM SECTIONS: 1. Basic Information (all applicants) - Name, Discord, email, role, referral source 2. For Builders (conditional) - Portfolio link (required) - Building experience and specialties - Modded Minecraft experience - Fire/Frost aesthetic understanding - Technical skills checklist 3. For Social Media Helper (conditional) - Social media management experience - Platform expertise - Content creation skills - Fire/Frost brand understanding 4. Availability & Commitment (all applicants) - Time commitment (5-20+ hrs/week) - Schedule details - Motivation and questions 5. Acknowledgment - Volunteer position understanding FORM FEATURES: - Conditional questions (show based on role) - Required fields ensure complete applications - Portfolio/work examples captured - Skills assessment via checkboxes - Fire/Frost philosophy understanding tested INTEGRATION: - Google Form → Google Sheet (automatic) - Sheet shared with Michael, Meg, Claude - Claude creates summaries in docs/recruitment/applications.md - Review process streamlined WORKFLOW: 1. Applicant sees recruitment ad 2. Clicks form link 3. Completes 5-10 minute application 4. Response goes to Google Sheet 5. Team reviews structured applications 6. Strong candidates contacted via Discord RECRUITMENT AD UPDATE: - Replace 'DM @frostystyle' with form link - Professional pre-screening process - Questions still welcome via Discord NEXT STEPS: 1. Create form at forms.google.com 2. Copy/paste questions from template 3. Configure settings (limit 1 response, collect emails) 4. Test form submission 5. Get shareable link 6. Update recruitment ad 7. Post to communities TIME TO CREATE: ~15-20 minutes to build form BENEFIT: Filters serious applicants, structured data, professional process Fire + Frost + Foundation 💙🔥❄️
Staff Recruitment Launch
Status: DOCUMENTATION COMPLETE - Ready to Post
Owner: Michael "Frostystyle" Krause
Priority: Tier 0 - Immediate Win
Last Updated: 2026-02-17
Time Estimate: 30 min (finalize) + 2-3 hours (post & manage)
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:
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Incentive instances ready to provision
- Private dedicated Minecraft servers for recruits
- Resource allocation defined (CPU/RAM)
- Hosting plan confirmed
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Application process defined
- How will applications be received? (Discord DM, form, etc.)
- Who reviews applications?
- Interview/vetting process
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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)
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Provision Incentive Instances
- Set up private Minecraft servers for recruits
- Document resource allocation
- Test server access and stability
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Define Application Process
- Create application review checklist
- Set up tracking system (spreadsheet, etc.)
- Define interview questions
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Finalize Recruitment Ad
- Review Guardian's draft:
docs/planning/discord-recruitment-ad.md - Make any final edits
- Decide on posting schedule
- Review Guardian's draft:
Phase 2: Launch
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Post to Target Channels
- r/feedthebeast (Reddit)
- r/feedthebeast Discord
- Other modded Minecraft communities
- Firefrost Discord (when established)
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Manage Applications
- Review incoming applications
- Schedule interviews
- Check references/portfolios
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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 guideapplication-process.md- How to review and vet candidatesonboarding-checklist.md- New staff onboarding steps
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Document Status: ACTIVE
Next Steps:
- Provision incentive instances
- Define application review process
- Finalize recruitment ad edits
- Post to recruitment channels