[DISCUSSION] What are your expectations?

Rivkin · July 2010

This is not a thread intended to discuss the most likely MOD applicant nor to discuss the current MOD staff. This is solely meant to gather intelligent, community opinions.

Discussion Topic
For this community, what are your expectations of a Moderator?

Is it their popularity in the community that affects his status? Their community appeal?
Do you expect "nice" Moderators or "uptight" Moderators?
Do you expect a MOD to always enforce rules to every "dotted i" and "crossed t"? Take everything literal or show some interpretation?
Should a Moderator be less "down to earth" and more business-like?
What do you think the job description for Moderator should be? Is it simple Forum moderation? Should they be actively submitted new ideas to the community? What do you think they should be doing to fulfill what you think "being a Moderator" means?
Any other expectations? Any other standards?

As always, please refrain from offensive statements. This is meant for friendly, open discussion on this community's views on what a Moderator position means. Do not discuss past, present, or future(likely) MODs. Keep it to the basic criteria above.

Discuss.

Bruce1nR · July 2010

If someone like LadyShy can get mod like 3 times, I think I could get a second chance if I applied.

And they don't need more mods, they need ACTIVE ones. And before anyone comes in here and preaches "Well they are active, they just don't post."

I'm talking about the couple of mods who don't do anything, get paid just the same, and have proven themselves to be untrustworthy or just plain idiots.

Its a job, if you dont do the job you get fired. If I dont do my job, my boss doesnt continue to pay me while I sit on my ass, he doesnt just hire more people, he fires me, then hires more people.

GAWD.

moch_D · July 2010

Already had a convo with you about this subject, you know watsup.

Bruce1nR · July 2010

And to be honest, I don't think there are a lot of shining stars in the community anymore. More than likely, the new mods will be either pubstars or brown-nosers.

I'ma just bet on that.

PerpleXed1 · July 2010

BROOSEONERRR wrote: »

If someone like LadyShy can get mod like 3 times, I think I could get a second chance if I applied.

And they don't need more mods, they need ACTIVE ones. And before anyone comes in here and preaches "Well they are active, they just don't post."

I'm talking about the couple of mods who don't do anything, get paid just the same, and have proven themselves to be untrustworthy or just plain idiots.

Its a job, if you dont do the job you get fired. If I dont do my job, my boss doesnt continue to pay me while I sit on my ass, he doesnt just hire more people, he fires me, then hires more people.

GAWD.

u basicly said everything i would.... they only get more coz the mods in place aint doin job right.... either that or they found a new job a mod could do...
either way mods should be strict but friendly... just like saidin ( no im not sucking up i dont even want mod not gonna apply)

Rivkin · July 2010

I see your frustration Bruce

lol but let's hear your opinions on the topic up there ^^. I'd like to see your views on them.

Everyone in here, post your opinions to the discussion topic. Like I said, I don't want to start a "Bash the MOD staff" thread. This is meant to gather what the community actually looks for and expects in a MOD. Maybe it will get noticed

Ru5T · July 2010

BROOSEONERRR wrote: »

If someone like LadyShy can get mod like 3 times, I think I could get a second chance if I applied.

Then go,go apply again. You actually were a good mod.

DenxiV2 · July 2010

People who aren't stupid.

So that rules out anyone actually qualified.

destNN · July 2010

BROOSEONERRR wrote: »

And to be honest, I don't think there are a lot of shining stars in the community anymore. More than likely, the new mods will be either pubstars or brown-nosers.

I'ma just bet on that.

Support me bruce

Bruce1nR · July 2010

For this community, what are your expectations of a Moderator?

Is it their popularity in the community that affects his status? Their community appeal?

I was easily the most popular community member before becoming a moderator. People made threads about me weekly. But as GM Saidin told me like a million times, and even included in the new app thread, it isn't about being popular.

It is important that the person(s) chosen are "known" and "active" because I don't care who you are, I'm not going to respect you if I don't know you. A moderator watches the forums, and maybe does some in game events or whatever, and if they aren't active on the forum and known on the forum, they're not going to get in.

Do you expect "nice" Moderators or "uptight" Moderators?

I prefer the laid back style. This isn't a OMG BIG DEAL FORUM or anything, its a forum for a video game. I want to come on here and have fun without a moderator coming in and shutting it down because someone said "ass". I was pretty relaxed as a moderator, but when things got out of hand I shut it down right away and handed out infractions. But if the mods are too strict then we'll get into a sort of "us vs them" mentality that reared its head when LadyShy was active.

Do you expect a MOD to always enforce rules to every "dotted i" and "crossed t"? Take everything literal or show some interpretation?

Be smart about it. We don't need no banhammers up in this ma'.

Should a Moderator be less "down to earth" and more business-like?

This job isn't putting food on your plate, it isn't something you're going to put on your resume, and it isn't going to net you hot babes. The point of games is to have fun, and if you're not having fun then you need to quit.

What do you think the job description for Moderator should be? Is it simple Forum moderation? Should they be actively submitted new ideas to the community? What do you think they should be doing to fulfill what you think "being a Moderator" means?

Its simple. Babysit the forum and try not to cuss people out in game on your main account. People who have skills are a big plus. Blindrob and Deadeye have both made videos/soundpacks/kill marks/whatever. Dot did the EU pug thing, I did a kill mark/sound pack. If we had a mod who could do some cool photoshop work or broadcast games or something, that would be amazing. Anyone can sit at their computer and tell people what to do, but not everyone can make a video or come up with a great idea to improve the game.

Any other expectations? Any other standards.

Speak English, don't be an SPOP/Scar Light/Mommy sponsored your CF team type of person. Being a moderator isn't about the title and the namecard and the ZP. It is about using your position to better the community...but sometimes you have to choose between the community and mental sanity.

xiKayto · July 2010

I've never seen MrAdam post once, unless it concerns with him.

destNN · July 2010

BROOSEONERRR wrote: »

Dot did the EU pug thing, I did a kill mark/sound pack. If we had a mod who could do some cool photoshop work or broadcast games or something, that would be amazing

Dot paid for the vent, i dit the management stuff. ( eu pug )

remember that one

for xfire i can broadcast on the highest quality

Bruce1nR · July 2010

FamousFoxx wrote: »

Dot paid for the vent, i dit the management stuff. ( eu pug )

remember that one

for xfire i can broadcast on the highest quality

Hold on sir, I don't have a vote as far as who gets chosen. You don't need to prove yourself to me.

Ru5T · July 2010

FamousFoxx wrote: »

Dot paid for the vent, i dit the management stuff. ( eu pug )

remember that one

for xfire i can broadcast on the highest quality

your not running it anymore i presume?

Rivkin · July 2010

Alright. Totally not the discussion I was going for. Haha. This was not meant to discuss current MODs or your candidacy for being a new MOD. Please keep to the topic I originally wanted discussed. This is meant to show our staff what this community actually looks for.

Bruce posted some ideas of a MOD who could broadcast or do some PS work. Good suggestions. Keep them coming. It's about the "General" MOD position. What do you guys expect?

ChocDrizzle · July 2010

Bruce, teach me your ways.

destNN · July 2010

The Pug vent ? nope i had other things to do with my life also activity was running low, might start it again if dot is intrested.

Yea I just laughed when you named the skills of what the next mod should have, we will see who wins best luck to all

Bruce1nR · July 2010

AlessBallaz wrote: »

Bruce, teach me your ways.

Get over a thousand posts, make a couple good threads and some long and thoughtful posts, write a really good guide, make a good sound/kill pack, be good at the game, become moderator.

iDrake · July 2010

I will win, enough said

Night.

Rivkin · July 2010

FamousFoxx wrote: »

The Pug vent ? nope i had other things to do with my life also activity was running low, might start it again if dot is intrested.

Yea I just laughed when you named the skills of what the next mod should have, we will see who wins best luck to all

What skills/qualities do you think the next MOD should have? Reference the original topic.

roydawg1 · July 2010

BROOSEONERRR wrote: »

For this community, what are your expectations of a Moderator?
Is it their popularity in the community that affects his status? Their community appeal?

I was easily the most popular community member before becoming a moderator. People made threads about me weekly. But as GM Saidin told me like a million times, and even included in the new app thread, it isn't about being popular.

It is important that the person(s) chosen are "known" and "active" because I don't care who you are, I'm not going to respect you if I don't know you. A moderator watches the forums, and maybe does some in game events or whatever, and if they aren't active on the forum and known on the forum, they're not going to get in.
Do you expect "nice" Moderators or "uptight" Moderators?

I prefer the laid back style. This isn't a OMG BIG DEAL FORUM or anything, its a forum for a video game. I want to come on here and have fun without a moderator coming in and shutting it down because someone said "ass". I was pretty relaxed as a moderator, but when things got out of hand I shut it down right away and handed out infractions. But if the mods are too strict then we'll get into a sort of "us vs them" mentality that reared its head when LadyShy was active.
Do you expect a MOD to always enforce rules to every "dotted i" and "crossed t"? Take everything literal or show some interpretation?

Be smart about it. We don't need no banhammers up in this ma'.
Should a Moderator be less "down to earth" and more business-like?

This job isn't putting food on your plate, it isn't something you're going to put on your resume, and it isn't going to net you hot babes. The point of games is to have fun, and if you're not having fun then you need to quit.
What do you think the job description for Moderator should be? Is it simple Forum moderation? Should they be actively submitted new ideas to the community? What do you think they should be doing to fulfill what you think "being a Moderator" means?

Its simple. Babysit the forum and try not to cuss people out in game on your main account. People who have skills are a big plus. Blindrob and Deadeye have both made videos/soundpacks/kill marks/whatever. Dot did the EU pug thing, I did a kill mark/sound pack. If we had a mod who could do some cool photoshop work or broadcast games or something, that would be amazing. Anyone can sit at their computer and tell people what to do, but not everyone can make a video or come up with a great idea to improve the game.
Any other expectations? Any other standards.

Speak English, don't be an SPOP/Scar Light/Mommy sponsored your CF team type of person. Being a moderator isn't about the title and the namecard and the ZP. It is about using your position to better the community...but sometimes you have to choose between the community and mental sanity.

dang dude you really broke it down their didn`t you lol
the only thing i dont really agree with is the popularity thing. Yes you should be active on the forums BUT trolling is not really helping at all, posting in random topics about useless crap, and people get known on the forums most of those peoples posts are pointless. experience should also be a factor in choosing a MOD. and im not just talking CF experience im talking other MOD and GM experience.

Flame me if you will but i think a mod shouldn't be based on popularity!

Ru5T · July 2010

FamousFoxx wrote: »

The Pug vent ? nope i had other things to do with my life also activity was running low, might start it again if dot is intrested.

Yea I just laughed when you named the skills of what the next mod should have, we will see who wins best luck to all

he should..you actually organised it and ryan/ajken/batser arent that active and I don't think theres that many in Europe that would actually run it so....

moch_D · July 2010

What is expected of a mod:

- To be indifferent: Whether it's you're friends or someone you hate, treat them the same (most mods atm break this rule on a daily basis)
- Follow the rules yourself: If YOU don't follow the rules, how do you expect other to?
- Be intelligent: No one wants a dumb mod... let's be honest.
- Don't abuse you're power: If it's a small issue, let it slide...

Those are some of the things I personally expect from any mod...for any forum.

Rivkin · July 2010

Bruce's post pretty much hit it right on the mark. Anyone else have other opinions?

xiKayto · July 2010

moch_D wrote: »

What is expected of a mod:

- To be indifferent: Whether it's you're friends or someone you hate, treat them the same (most mods atm break this rule on a daily basis)
- Follow the rules yourself: If YOU don't follow the rules, how do you expect other to?
- Be intelligent: No one wants a dumb mod... let's be honest.
- Don't abuse you're power: If it's a small issue, let it slide...

Those are some of the things I personally expect from any mod...for any forum.

Yeah, mainly this..

- Able to host rooms for the community to play in daily/weekly.

Kobooold · July 2010

BROOSEONERRR wrote: »

For this community, what are your expectations of a Moderator?
Is it their popularity in the community that affects his status? Their community appeal?

I was easily the most popular community member before becoming a moderator. People made threads about me weekly. But as GM Saidin told me like a million times, and even included in the new app thread, it isn't about being popular.

It is important that the person(s) chosen are "known" and "active" because I don't care who you are, I'm not going to respect you if I don't know you. A moderator watches the forums, and maybe does some in game events or whatever, and if they aren't active on the forum and known on the forum, they're not going to get in.
Do you expect "nice" Moderators or "uptight" Moderators?

I prefer the laid back style. This isn't a OMG BIG DEAL FORUM or anything, its a forum for a video game. I want to come on here and have fun without a moderator coming in and shutting it down because someone said "ass". I was pretty relaxed as a moderator, but when things got out of hand I shut it down right away and handed out infractions. But if the mods are too strict then we'll get into a sort of "us vs them" mentality that reared its head when LadyShy was active.
Do you expect a MOD to always enforce rules to every "dotted i" and "crossed t"? Take everything literal or show some interpretation?

Be smart about it. We don't need no banhammers up in this ma'.
Should a Moderator be less "down to earth" and more business-like?

This job isn't putting food on your plate, it isn't something you're going to put on your resume, and it isn't going to net you hot babes. The point of games is to have fun, and if you're not having fun then you need to quit.
What do you think the job description for Moderator should be? Is it simple Forum moderation? Should they be actively submitted new ideas to the community? What do you think they should be doing to fulfill what you think "being a Moderator" means?

Its simple. Babysit the forum and try not to cuss people out in game on your main account. People who have skills are a big plus. Blindrob and Deadeye have both made videos/soundpacks/kill marks/whatever. Dot did the EU pug thing, I did a kill mark/sound pack. If we had a mod who could do some cool photoshop work or broadcast games or something, that would be amazing. Anyone can sit at their computer and tell people what to do, but not everyone can make a video or come up with a great idea to improve the game.
Any other expectations? Any other standards.

Speak English, don't be an SPOP/Scar Light/Mommy sponsored your CF team type of person. Being a moderator isn't about the title and the namecard and the ZP. It is about using your position to better the community...but sometimes you have to choose between the community and mental sanity.

Bruce, your description is very thourogh, and I agree with your points.

theHI · July 2010

To sum it up: People that can get the job done.

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