GP Providence by Pastimes
Organizer: | Pastimes Games |
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Judge manager: | CJ Crooks |
Event type: | Grand Prix |
REL: | Competitive/Professional (GP) |
Format: | Team Limited |
Event date(s): | Sept. 29, 2017-Oct. 1, 2017 |
Location: | Providence, Rhode Island, United States of America |
Venue: | Rhode Island Convention Center 1 Sabin St. Providence, RI 02903 |
Applications accepted through: | Aug. 28, 2017 |
Event Information
Welcome to Grand Prix:Providence 2017!
On behalf of Pastimes Games, thank you for your interest in making GP Providence one of the best events of the year. We are looking for friendly, knowledgeable, professional individuals to deliver exceptional guest service through the entire Grand Prix experience.
Application window closes: August 28th, 2017
Acceptance notifications (estimated): August 29th, 2017
Event Date: September 29-October 1 2017
In order to give everyone as much planning time as possible for this event, we will be accepting applicaitons on a rolling basis.
Head Judge: John Alderfer
Expectations
All staff members are expected to perform in a professional manner that reflects positively on the rest of the event staff, Pastimes Games, Wizards of the Coast, and the Judge Program. We desire team members that seek to promote a fun, exciting environment for everyone to enjoy.
Judges are expected to wear their black Magic Judge shirt which should remain tucked in and buttoned to the next to the top button or higher, an undershirt, black belt, black pants, black socks, and comfortable, close-toed shoes. Please make sure your shirt is neat prior to the event. If you need a judge shirt, or an additional one, we can provide that if you let us know in advance.
Staff in administrative roles will be provided with a Pastimes shirt and are expected to wear black pants, black socks, and comfortable, close-toed shoes.
If you anticipate needing to leave before 8 PM Sunday, please mention this on the application questionnaire.
Acceptance Procedures
We will be accepting staff members shortly after the application deadline, with most judges receiving two days on the schedule (Friday/Saturday or Saturday/Sunday). Everyone will be accepted will be assigned to a Saturday shift. If you absolutely must be scheduled all three days to be on staff for this event, please note that on the application questionnaire.
Compensation
Every staff member will receive:
- A customized GP Providence Judge Playmat
- A Pastimes Water Bottle
- A commemorative lanyard and badge so you can remember your time with us (and so others can remember your name)
Level 2/3 Opportunities
- $225 per day
- Please note that you may apply for multiple roles, and may have more than one over the course of the weekend. If you are selected for judge staff, you may still be asked to take on administrative tasks if needed.
If you are chosen for a Lead Position on any day, you will be compensated an additional $100 per day you are in a Lead role
If you are a Premier Level Judge and chosen to be a Support Judge, you will receive and additional $$300 for the event
Level 1 Opportunities
- If chosen to be put on Side Events - $125 per day
- If chosen to be on as a Trainee - $100 per day (In this role you will spend a portion of the time shadowing/training with another judge - then assisting by judging on Side Events)
Administrative Opportunities & Compensation
- Registration
- Prize Wall
- VIP
- Product Management
- Info Booth
- Scorekeeper ($275 per day)
The per day compensation rate covers Friday, Saturday, and Sunday.
Set Up and Tear Down
We will be offering a limited number of setup and tear down shifts for this event.
Set Up on Thursday will begin at 10am and include setting up the room and may include registering sealed deck pools for side events. Compensation for the set-up shift is $150. We also need a few individuals to help close out the show and pack the GP kit. Individuals on the tear down shift will be scheduled for a Sunday shift and be given a box of the most current Standard set in addition to their shift compensation (this shift may be a little longer than a standard shift).
Please Note
All judges receiving payment for this event will need to fill out the appropriate tax paperwork (W-9 for US citizens and W-8BEN for others) and sign an agreement for their work. There will be no tax withholding onsite.
Standby
Standby judges are a special sponsorship class. Standby judges may not be used to judge at all at the event. If you are selected as a standby judge, you will be informed if you are needed to judge on Saturday and/or Sunday by Friday night. If you work the event, you will receive the compensation package described above. If you are not selected to judge, you may choose to have your Grand Prix entry fee covered by Pastimes (registration is a base event entry) or a MegaBadge for the weekend (many events each day, plus pick up events).
Staff Fun!
Friday Night
Pizza and draft! This special event will include, well, pizza and a draft! For judges who are taking care of the customers - we will make sure you get pizza AND two draft sets! This event will happen in the Event Hall at 9 PM.
Sunday Night
If you can stick around, there will be a gathering at 10 PM to celebrate an amazing weekend! Location TBD. Games, snacks, and more!
Hotels and Lodging
There is a group block available at the Omni Hotel, connected to the Convention Center. The link is
https://www.omnihotels.com/hotels/providence/meetings/2017-pastimes-gathering
Testing
Testing opportunities may be available on Sunday morning at this event. If you are interested in testing, please note that on the application questionnaire. Any staff requesting testing will be able to test only if requested at least two weeks prior to GP: Providencewith all prerequisites completed and the event has available judges to proctor tests.
Additional Questions
If you have any questions about the event weekend or applying for this event, please email me by following the link above. You can also email questions or comments to the Tournament Organizer at alan@pastimes.net
Thank you, and we hope to see you in Providence!
Staff Members
Name |
Level |
Role |
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John Alderfer
|
Level 5 (Judge Foundry) | Head Judge |
Paul Baranay
|
Level 5 (Judge Foundry) | Appeals Judge |
Abraham Corson
|
Level 5 (Judge Foundry) | Appeals Judge |
Jon Goud
|
Level 5 (Judge Foundry) | Floor Judge |
Matthew Karr
|
Level 5 (Judge Foundry) | Floor Judge |
Jonah Kellman
|
Level 5 (Judge Foundry) | Floor Judge |
Travis Lauro
|
Level 5 (Judge Foundry) | Floor Judge |
Bryan Prillaman
|
Level 5 (Judge Foundry) | Floor Judge |
Bryan Spellman
|
Level 5 (Judge Foundry) | Floor Judge |
Joseph Steet
|
Level 5 (Judge Foundry) | Floor Judge |
Steven Zwanger
|
Level 5 (Judge Foundry) | Floor Judge |
Elliot Raff
|
Level 4 (Judge Foundry) | Floor Judge |
Michael Arrowsmith
|
Level 3 (Judge Foundry) | Floor Judge |
Meg Baum
|
Level 3 (Judge Academy) | Floor Judge |
Eric Dustin Brown
|
Level 3 (Judge Academy) | Floor Judge |
Maria Alex Chernov
|
Level 3 (Judge Foundry) | Floor Judge |
CJ Crooks
|
Level 3 (Judge Foundry) | Staff |
Matt Marheine
|
Level 3 (Judge Foundry) | Floor Judge |
Jacen Simon
|
Level 3 (Judge Foundry) | Floor Judge |
Eric Smith
|
Level 3 (Judge Academy) | Floor Judge |
John Temple
|
Level 3 (Judge Academy) | Staff |
Jordan Baker
|
Level 2 (Judge Foundry) | Floor Judge |
Michael Bauman
|
Level 2 (Judge Academy) | Floor Judge |
Oliver Beaumont
|
Level 2 (Judge Academy) | Floor Judge |
Sierra Black
|
Level 2 (Judge Foundry) | Floor Judge |
Andrew Blizzard
|
Level 2 (Judge Academy) | Floor Judge |
Christopher Cahill
|
Level 2 (Judge Academy) | Floor Judge |
Leo Castellblanch
|
Level 2 (Judge Academy) | Floor Judge |
Mani Cavalieri
|
Level 2 (Judge Academy) | Floor Judge |
Misha Chernov
|
Level 2 (Judge Academy) | Floor Judge |
Chase Culpon
|
Level 2 (Judge Foundry) | Floor Judge |
Kenny Dolson
|
Level 2 (Judge Academy) | Floor Judge |
Andrew Doyle
|
Level 2 (Judge Foundry) | Floor Judge |
Alfred Dziewit
|
Level 2 (Judge Academy) | Floor Judge |
Arseniy Egorov
|
Level 2 (Judge Academy) | Floor Judge |
Adam Eidelsafy
|
Level 2 (Judge Foundry) | Floor Judge |
Ben Eldridge
|
Level 2 (Judge Academy) | Floor Judge |
Jeffrey Emery
|
Level 2 (Judge Academy) | Floor Judge |
Billy Gilmore
|
Level 2 (Judge Foundry) | Floor Judge |
David Hanson
|
Level 2 (Judge Academy) | Floor Judge |
Jeff S Higgins
|
Level 2 (Judge Academy) | Floor Judge |
Daniel Jackson
|
Level 2 (Judge Foundry) | Floor Judge |
Brogan King
|
Level 2 (Judge Academy) | Floor Judge |
Benjamin Lurie
|
Level 2 (Judge Academy) | Floor Judge |
Alex Martin
|
Level 2 (Judge Academy) | Floor Judge |
Raoul Mowatt
|
Level 2 (Judge Foundry) | Floor Judge |
Patrick Nelson
|
Level 2 (Judge Foundry) | Floor Judge |
Sherwin Ng
|
Level 2 (Judge Academy) | Floor Judge |
Andy Parris
|
Level 2 (Judge Academy) | Floor Judge |
Tate Prodigalidad
|
Level 2 (Judge Academy) | Floor Judge |
Justin Purcell
|
Level 2 (Judge Academy) | Floor Judge |
Meg Rickman
|
Level 2 (Judge Academy) | Floor Judge |
Christopher Rumore
|
Level 2 (Judge Academy) | Floor Judge |
Rick Salamin
|
Level 2 (Judge Academy) | Floor Judge |
Samantha Short
|
Level 2 (Judge Academy) | Floor Judge |
Kush Singhal
|
Level 2 (Judge Academy) | Floor Judge |
Marina Beke
|
Level 1 (Judge Academy) | Floor Judge |
Nick Casali
|
Level 1 (Judge Academy) | Floor Judge |
Bernie Hoelschen
|
Level 1 (Judge Academy) | Floor Judge |
Adam Jaekel
|
Level 1 (Judge Academy) | Floor Judge |
Jacob Janssens
|
Level 1 (Judge Academy) | Floor Judge |
Joseph Previti
|
Level 1 (Judge Academy) | Floor Judge |
Liz Richardson
|
Level 1 (Judge Academy) | Floor Judge |
Colton Abrams
|
Uncertified | Floor Judge |
Kali Anderson
|
Uncertified | Scorekeeper |
Nataniel Bael
|
Uncertified | Floor Judge |
Matt Bourque
|
Uncertified | Floor Judge |
Joshua Campbell
|
Uncertified | Floor Judge |
Rob Castellon
|
Uncertified | Floor Judge |
Russell Deutsch
|
Uncertified | Floor Judge |
Jeffrey Gard
|
Uncertified | Floor Judge |
Cali Goud
|
Uncertified | Floor Judge |
Michael Gyssels
|
Uncertified | Floor Judge |
Arthur Halavais
|
Uncertified | Staff |
Alan Hochman
|
Uncertified | Tournament Organizer |
Coral Hughto
|
Uncertified | Staff |
Io Hughto
|
Uncertified | Floor Judge |
Corwin Knight
|
Uncertified | Floor Judge |
Chris Lansdell
|
Uncertified | Floor Judge |
Megan Linscott
|
Uncertified | Floor Judge |
Gilbert Medeiros
|
Uncertified | Floor Judge |
Christina Paz
|
Uncertified | Floor Judge |
Eric Powell
|
Uncertified | Team Lead |
scott puccio
|
Uncertified | Floor Judge |
Matt Sauers
|
Uncertified | Floor Judge |
Danny Simpson
|
Uncertified | Floor Judge |
Craig Teppert
|
Uncertified | Floor Judge |
Robert Wakeland
|
Uncertified | Staff |
Eric Wall
|
Uncertified | Staff |