The New Publishing Staff, Tff Newsletter

[geo7x]

yes, i see how different time zones will affect communication. Maybe a word with the mods would be a good idea.

 

[pieman]

Right, currently the address is http/www.phpbb88.com/tffnewsletter

This will be mainly for the people listed above, once you join up I will PM you a password for the private section so non-staff don't get free previews

Probably will finish this tonight, doesn't take long to setup when you dont host it yourself.

 

[steelhealr]

William, the admin, has been busy with some issues outside of TFF. When he responds, I or he will let you know if a separate newsletter forum can be established here that is visible to the newsletter staff only. Unfortunately, with regards to time zones, you will have to work out amongst yourselves how you will overcome this....ah..the problems of a newstaff.

I want to commend all of you for stepping out in a new direction and also to William for opening new doors for both members and the forums. The project is truly in your hands. Will post some basic rules later, which, I'm sure you'll understand are basic and simple. WTG all. SH

 

[Phantom Thief]

I think the time zone will only be an issue if there is a need for all of us to be together at the same time to use something like MSN or mIRC, etc. So long as we stick to a forum, it should be smooth sailing.

Thanks for the update, sh

P.T.

 

[pieman]

The forum shouldn't need a password anymore i'll just group you all.

 

[smurfyy_2k3]

well ive add everyone to msn so heres mine fell free to add me smurfyy_2k3_@hotmail.com
edit another thought i had (i am on fire) maybe the graphics team could com up with a sig banner to put in the new teams sigs

 

[steelhealr]

Mission

The TFF newsletter's mission is to provide a tool for the members of the TFF forum by which they can further their enjoyment of the hobby of tropical fishkeeping and expand their knowledge of tropical fishkeeping and the forum.

Title

The title of the TFF Newsletter is to be decided by a vote of the membership and final approval given by the mods and the administrator. The title will appear on the top of the frontpage.

Publishing Staff

The staff of the TFF newsletter is voluntary. Any member may volunteer and participate under the approval of the chief/co-chief publisher(s). Staff volume and publishing deadlines may require temporary limits on who can participate. The staff will consist of either a single chief or co-chief publishers and staff consisting of writers, editors, graphics and non-newsletter staff contributors as desired.

Directorship

The newsletter will be steered by the chief/co-chief publisher(s). The chiefs will be responsible for all decisions made with regards to topics, layout, content, features and also with decision-making with regards to non-staff contributing members. They may also add staff as needed to complete the newsletter for deadline. Removal of a staff member must be discussed with the moderating staff/administration of TFF first (due process). Chiefs should be open to input from their staff and work with them as best as possible. Decisions by the chiefs are final with regards to the newsletter format/content. Should conflict arise, see below.

Work Format

During publication, the newsletter work platform (eg, Word file, .pdf) is to be decided upon by the newsletter staff. The platform used must be available for view and work by those working on the publication, except for contributors who are not on the newsletter staff. Contributing writers who are not on staff who submit material should be able to approve a final draft of any material they wrote that has been edited.

Content

The newsletter should be brief, informative, colorful but not necessarily flashy. Font should be easily legible. Administration suggests perhaps five departments/sections with links near the top of the newsletter for rapid bookmarking. Suggested departments may include:

1) Feature article
2) Member interview/member profile
3) Tank of the month
4) Product review
5) Animal/invert feature
6) Humor section
7) How I do it
8) TFF forum website tips
9) others

This is not inclusive and topics can be added or rotated. All content must avoid using material and/or photographs that are copyrighted. Permission must be obtained to use any content that is not owned by the person contributing the article. The newsletter must be devoid of abusive or vulgar language or any content offensive to race, background, color, creed or religion. Controversial topics involving current events should be avoided (this is a tropical fishforum newsletter).

Deadline

There is no deadline for the initial newsletter however, a quarterly newsletter seems optimal. A basic layout should be available halfway through the newsletter's construction and be made available to mods and administration to avoid unnecessary delays and to maximize the members efforts and enthusiasm. Final approval must be obtained by Williaim prior to publication on the TFF website. William retains the ultimate say with regards to the publication and the newsletter becomes the private property of fishforums.net/TFF.

Conflict/Arbitration

The day to day management of the production of the TFF newsletter is under the jurisdicition of the chief/co-chief editor(s). Should there be any conflict or issue that is unresolvable, the matter will be submitted to the moderators for 'arbitration' and the decision made by the moderators will be final.

 

[froggy]

May I do Graphics Too!!!!!!

 

[MasterP]

It might be too early to join the forum but i registered myself but when i wanted to start a knew topic i would log in and then it would lust be a blank page. I was going to make a few suggestions. did i do something or is it not set up and try later?

 

[steelhealr]

Congratulations again. Seems William has created a Newsletter section in ghe General section which should be viewable to the staff only and mods. SH

 

[lljdma06]

Sorry to be resurecting an older thread, but I'm glad I found it. I received the PM from geo7x and smurfy, so I'm registered in the Newsletter forum. I'll just sit tight and wait for instructions unless I'm needed to come up with something.

llj

 

[mark7616]

so who is in charge of the newsletter steelhealr or the actual team as the only person i have seen do anything is him and no one else also you have given out these job titles but do the people who have these jobs know what they mean i.e geox7 co chief publisher he hasnt even done his gcse`s so how on earth does he have experiance in doing this no offence mate but im looking out for you i would concentrate on your schooling and get good grades than spending all your spare time doing a newsletter its all about prioritising there are alot of older people on here that could do that btw im not jealous i dont have the time to do a job like that i just dont want to see these youngsters schooling go down hill i hope you can see where im coming from here.

 

[Bloo]

Don't judge or put a limit on someone's capabilities because of their age. Many younger people have far greater vision and drive than some older people who are stuck in a rut, can't be bothered and have run out of inspiration

Enthusiasm and willingness are more important than a CV - and for what it's worth I think George (edit: geox7) will do just fine

llj, I've sent you a pm on the newsletter board - welcome back !

 

[smurfyy_2k3]

so who is in charge of the newsletter steelhealr or the actual team as the only person i have seen do anything is him and no one else also you have given out these job titles but do the people who have these jobs know what they mean i.e geox7 co chief publisher he hasnt even done his gcse`s so how on earth does he have experiance in doing this no offence mate but im looking out for you i would concentrate on your schooling and get good grades than spending all your spare time doing a newsletter its all about prioritising there are alot of older people on here that could do that btw im not jealous i dont have the time to do a job like that i just dont want to see these youngsters schooling go down hill i hope you can see where im coming from here.

so this is your second post slaggin off young people on the newsletter team time for another rant me thinks,
the newsleter team have done loads of work its just not in this forum we have our own external forum find the post on it for the link cos i aint putting it here yes we all know what were doing yes the newsletter is underway and seriously think you can do a better job than us then make you own and post it to william see if he likes cos i bet you aint go a clue about half the stuff we got going over in our forum

 

[Bloo]

smurfy there is no need to defend yourself - remain positive and enthusiastic

I'm a firm believer in reaching what you aim for if the drive and desire is there.

The world is everyone's oyster