United States Nationals Weekend - Minneapolis, MN - Floor Judge Application
| Organizer: | Star City Games |
|---|---|
| Judge manager: | Jared Sylva |
| Event type: | Nationals |
| REL: | Competitive |
| Format: | Mixed Formats |
| Event date(s): | June 14, 2024-June 16, 2024 |
| Location: | Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States |
| Venue: | Minneapolis Convention Center 1301 2nd Ave S Minneapolis, MN 55404 |
| Applications accepted through: |
Feb. 26, 2024
(Anywhere on Earth)
Applications closed 1 year, 1 month ago |
Event Information
Thank you for your interest in applying for a Floor Judge role at United States Nationals Weekend. Below, you will find all the information you’ll need to apply. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact us at judge@starcitygames.com. We look forward to working with you!
SCG JUDGE DISCORD
We will be utilizing the SCG Judge Discord for event information and updates as well providing more direct access to our staff before, during, and after events.
HOW TO APPLY
Please complete all questions to the best of your ability. Note that Floor Judges are not eligible for travel sponsorship.
The application window for this event will close at 11:59 PM Pacific time on Monday, February 26th, 2024.
EVENT INFORMATION and AVAILABLE POSITIONS
United States Nationals Weekend will take place on June 12-14, 2024 at the Minneapolis Convention Center.
Available Roles
- Floor Judge - $200 and two (2) boxes of current set/day
- Prize Wall - $200 and two (2) boxes of current set/day
If you anticipate being unable to arrive on time or are requesting special accommodation for the beginning or end of your shifts, please contact us at judge@starcitygames.com.
AVAILABLE ROLES AND COMPENSATION
Floor Judge - $200 and Two (2) Boxes of current set per Day:
Floor Judges last approximately ten hours with a 1-hour lunch break. Floor Judges make up the backbone of the event staff and have more certainty on the end time of their shift.
Approximate shift times:
- Friday – 8:30 am – 6:30 pm
- Saturday – 8:30 am – 6:30 pm
- Sunday – 8:30 am – 6:30 pm
Judges will receive $200 for each Floor Judge shift.
Prize Wall - $200 and Two (2) Boxes of current set per Day:
Prize Wall shifts last approximately ten hours with a 1-hour lunch break. Judges on Prize Wall focus on serving players redeeming their Prize Wall tickets for special prizes.
Approximate shift times:
- Friday - 11:00 am - 9:00 pm
- Saturday - 8:00 am - 6:00 pm or 11:00 am - 9:00 pm
- Sunday - 8:00 am - 6:00 pm
Judges will receive $200 for each Prize Wall shift.
EXPECTATIONS
Judges at Star City Games events are expected to positively contribute to the atmosphere of the event. They should behave in a professional manner at all times and constructively engage with players and other staff to create a welcoming and supportive environment for all attendees. Judges are expected to arrive on time and in appropriate attire to begin judging at the start of their assigned shifts.
Judges are expected to prepare for each event by reviewing the Tournament Rules and Policy, Comprehensive Rules, and Penalty Guidelines. These documents can be found at the Flesh and Blood Rules and Policy Center.
UNIFORM
Judges at United States Nationals Weekend should bring their own Flesh and Blood judge shirt. If you do not have one, one will be provided for you. For the rest of your uniform, please arrive with black pants and black, comfortable shoes. We ask that you tuck in your Flesh and Blood Judge Shirt and that you do not wear a hat while on shift.
During breaks, or any other time that a judge is off duty, we suggest that you remove or cover your Flesh and Blood Judge Shirt to indicate you are not available.
If you have concerns, or religious reasons that our dress code is an issue for you, please reach out so we can discuss accommodations.
CONTRACT AND TAX INFORMATION
Judges are independent contractors and will be required to sign an event contract for their work at SCG CON events. Compensation for judges that are residents of the United States will be provided in the form of a check at the conclusion of your final shift of the weekend or mailed to your address following the event. International judges may elect to receive their compensation in the form of a PayPal payment after the event instead. All Judges are required to submit a valid US tax form (W-9 or W-8 BEN) to Star City Games, in order to receive compensation.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Judges wishing to apply for this event after the application window has closed should email judge@starcitygames.com. Please note that late applications will be considered at a lower priority than those received during the official application window.
Floor Judge Applications for United States Nationals Weekend will close at 11:59 PM (Pacific) on Monday, February 26th, 2023.
Offers for Floor Judge positions at United States Nationals Weekend will be sent on or before Friday, March 1st, 2023.
Information on United States Nationals Weekend will be posted at fabnationals.us