Grand Prix Toronto Winter 2018
Organizer: | ChannelFireball |
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Judge manager: | Christopher Richter |
Event type: | Grand Prix |
REL: | Competitive/Professional (GP) |
Format: | Modern |
Event date(s): | Feb. 9, 2018-Feb. 11, 2018 |
Location: | Toronto, Ontario, Canada |
Venue: | Enercare Centre 100 Princes' Blvd #1 Toronto, ON M6K 3C3, Canada |
Applications accepted through: | Nov. 17, 2017 |
Event Information
CFBEvents is excited to invite you to join an amazing community of people who will create some tremendously fun Magic: the Gathering experiences for guests of Grand Prix Toronto #1 of 2018 on February 9th - 11th 2018. This application will allow you to apply to be a Judge, Lead, Operations Team Member and some Scorekeeper positions for this Grand Prix.
Please be sure to read the entire application carefully before applying. The application window will close at 11:59 PM (23:59) PST on Friday, November 17th, 2017.
In an effort to create opportunities for as many people as possible, we are offering two day positions (Friday/Saturday & Saturday/Sunday) in addition to three day positions. Applicants available for two day positions will be given higher priority than those only available for three day positions. Please select only those groups of days for which you are available to work.
Most operations and scorekeeping positions are three day commitments which require availability from Friday morning at 8:00 AM (8:00) through Sunday evening at 8:00 PM (20:00). As you are answering the application questions, please select only those groups of days for which you are available to work.
Please note that you may apply for multiple roles, and may have more than one role over the course of the weekend. If you are selected as a judge, you may be asked to take on operations tasks if needed.
JUDGES
If selected for a judging role, you may be asked to do any of the following:
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Work on one of the Main Event Teams (pairings, slips, floor management, deck checks, end of round, etc.)
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Judge Scheduled Side Events
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Judge On Demand Events
If selected to judge, you will be expected to work a minimum of two days, either Friday/Saturday or Saturday/Sunday. Some number of judges will be selected to work all three days.
If selected for a lead role, you will lead a group of judges performing the roles outlined above. Judges will be accepted for lead positions by day. When applying for a lead position, please make sure to indicate the minimum number of days you require being in a lead position with lead compensation. In most cases, applicants accepted in a lead role for one or two days will be offered a non-lead role for the remaining days of the event.
Judges working towards their Day Two Team Lead certification will not be paid the lead rate. The judge assigned to supervise and assess a candidate for the Day Two Team Lead certification will receive the lead rate.
OPERATIONS
If selected for the Operations Team, you may be asked to work in one or more of the following areas:
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Information Desk
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Registration
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Prize Wall
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VIP Attendant
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Video Coverage
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Special Operations
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Other Event Operations Duties
Most Operations Team Members will be expected to work all three days, although a few may be scheduled to work Saturday and Sunday only.
SCOREKEEPERS
Scorekeepers will work with registration, and perform results entry along with any other scorekeeping duties on the side events stage. Most scorekeepers will work on side events all weekend, however there is the opportunity to work as the Main Event Support Scorekeeper on Saturday.
ALL STAFF
The typical shift length is 10-12 hours with a one hour lunch break and at least two fifteen minute breaks. Typical shift length for leads is 10-14 hours with a one hour lunch break and at least two fifteen minute breaks. Please note that leads on the main event are expected to work all eight rounds on Day One and through the end of the Top 8 on Day Two. In order to give us flexibility in scheduling the event, all Operations Team members are expected to be available from 8:00 AM (8:00) Friday morning until at least 8 PM (20:00) on Sunday.
If you are selected for this event, you are responsible for monitoring the event forum for important news prior to and during the event.
We will need help on Thursday to assist with preparing the hall and other miscellaneous setup. Anyone selected to join us on Thursday will receive $300CAN plus one Booster Box for the day. Lunch and dinner will be provided.
This shift starts at 10:00 AM (10:00) on Thursday and continues until the room is fully set up for the GP. This typically takes between ten and twelve hours. Our goal is to be completed by 8:00 PM (20:00). However, the shift can go later if all of the setup tasks are not complete. If you select this as an option, please be prepared for physical tasks, and please make sure you are available for the full day.
We always appreciate having a hard working and fun-loving crew to tear down the hall and pack up the equipment with us on Sunday night. The Strike shift will start at 4:00 PM (16:00) on Sunday and will go until the GP is completely packed up (generally Midnight, (00:00), occasionally later). This shift has a one hour dinner break. If selected, you will receive $450CAN and two Booster Boxes for the shift.
Please be prepared for physical work, both in your attire and capabilities. Lifting and loading are a large part of the duties. Because of this, you are free to wear whatever attire allows you to be the most comfortable while doing this work. Please be aware that you will also be late in attending the staff party which starts at 9:00 PM (21:00), but we always save a little extra cheer of for the Strike Team to celebrate a job well done!
All staff members will receive a playmat in addition to:
Role |
Cash |
Product* |
Notes |
Judge Staff |
$300CAN/day |
1 box/day | |
Lead |
$450CAN/day |
2 boxes/day | |
Operations Team |
$300CAN/day |
1 box/day | |
Side Event Scorekeeper |
$450CAN/day |
2 boxes/day | |
Main Event Support Scorekeeper |
$500CAN/day |
3 boxes/day |
Saturday Only |
Event Setup Team |
$300CAN/day |
1 box/day |
Thursday Only |
Event Strike Team |
$450CAN/day |
2 boxes/day |
Sunday Only |
*Product will be in the form of boxes from the most recent standard set.
If selected for standby that would mean that you are not confirmed to work on any day, but that you agree to show up and be "activated" as necessary. Standby staff will be added to the event and will be included in forum communications. We may add those on standby to staff before the event begins, or even on site. If you are not activated in advance, we encourage you to show up and play. Staff selected for standby will get their choice of either five draft vouchers (for use at regular drafts) or the Constructed Fanatic package, which will give them entry in up to six constructed events over the weekend.
Please apply for all status types you will accept. If you select Standby and Confirmed, we will consider you for Confirmed staff first. If you select Confirmed, but do not select Standby, we will not consider you for Standby.
Please note that all staff are independent contractors and will be required to complete appropriate paperwork which includes a contract with Tournament Center, the company handling all staffing for this Grand Prix. Submission of Tax and/or TIN information (for example, a Social Security Number in the United States) is required in order to work at this event.
You can see a copy of a blank Tournament Center contract here:
https://www.dropbox.com/s/0dmaay28cc273gs/2017.11.01%20-%20TC%20CSA.pdf?dl=0
We love celebrating the hard work and fantastic job our team does at each and every event. As usual, there will be a post event staff party with desserts, drinks, and lots and lots of drafting! The party runs from 9:00 PM (21:00) until at least 12:00 AM (0:00) on Sunday night after the event. Information and location will be provided to staff during the Grand Prix. We hope that everyone on staff will be able to stay and join us for the festivities!
Staff Members
Name |
Level |
Role |
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John Alderfer
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Level 5 (Judge Foundry) | Appeals Judge |
Abraham Corson
|
Level 5 (Judge Foundry) | Floor Judge |
Jon Goud
|
Level 5 (Judge Foundry) | Floor Judge |
John Brian McCarthy
|
Level 5 (Judge Foundry) | Floor Judge |
Joseph Steet
|
Level 5 (Judge Foundry) | Floor Judge |
Steven Zwanger
|
Level 5 (Judge Foundry) | Head Judge |
Scott Marshall
|
Level 4 (Judge Foundry) | Floor Judge |
Elliot Raff
|
Level 4 (Judge Foundry) | Floor Judge |
Tobias Vyseri
|
Level 4 (Judge Foundry) | Floor Judge |
Brandon Welch
|
Level 4 (Judge Foundry) | Floor Judge |
Ryan Wood
|
Level 4 (Judge Foundry) | Floor Judge |
Meg Baum
|
Level 3 (Judge Academy) | Floor Judge |
Eric Dustin Brown
|
Level 3 (Judge Academy) | Floor Judge |
CJ Crooks
|
Level 3 (Judge Foundry) | Appeals Judge |
Dustin De Leeuw
|
Level 3 (Judge Academy) | Floor Judge |
Michael Hill
|
Level 3 (Judge Foundry) | Floor Judge |
Robert Hinrichsen
|
Level 3 (Judge Foundry) | Floor Judge |
Carlos Ho
|
Level 3 (Judge Academy) | Floor Judge |
Florian Horn
|
Level 3 (International Judge Program) | Floor Judge |
Sophie Pages
|
Level 3 (International Judge Program) | Floor Judge |
Luca Romano
|
Level 3 (International Judge Program) | Floor Judge |
Niko Skartvedt
|
Level 3 (Judge Academy) | Floor Judge |
Gerard Trpin
|
Level 3 (International Judge Program) | Floor Judge |
Jason Wong
|
Level 3 (Judge Academy) | Floor Judge |
Beau
|
Level 2 (Judge Foundry) | Floor Judge |
Jordan Baker
|
Level 2 (Judge Foundry) | Scorekeeper |
Nathaniel Bass
|
Level 2 (Judge Academy) | Floor Judge |
Michael Bauman
|
Level 2 (Judge Academy) | Staff |
Sierra Black
|
Level 2 (Judge Foundry) | Floor Judge |
Jeremy Blackwell
|
Level 2 (Judge Foundry) | Standby |
Andrew Blizzard
|
Level 2 (Judge Academy) | Floor Judge |
Casey Brefka
|
Level 2 (Judge Academy) | Floor Judge |
Kris Burningham
|
Level 2 (Judge Academy) | Floor Judge |
Dominik Chłobowski
|
Level 2 (Judge Academy) | Scorekeeper |
Adam Cousins
|
Level 2 (Judge Academy) | Floor Judge |
Ryan Darris
|
Level 2 (Judge Academy) | Staff |
Jan de Vlaming
|
Level 2 (Judge Academy) | Floor Judge |
Kenny Dolson
|
Level 2 (Judge Academy) | Floor Judge |
Jeffrey Emery
|
Level 2 (Judge Academy) | Floor Judge |
Lamberto Franco
|
Level 2 (International Judge Program) | Floor Judge |
Alex Frank
|
Level 2 (Judge Academy) | Staff |
Darren Gamble
|
Level 2 (Judge Academy) | Floor Judge |
Jonathan Holland
|
Level 2 (Judge Academy) | Floor Judge |
Chris Hrichishen
|
Level 2 (Judge Foundry) | Floor Judge |
Joshua Hudson
|
Level 2 (Judge Academy) | Floor Judge |
Sam Hung
|
Level 2 (Judge Academy) | Floor Judge |
David Incorvati
|
Level 2 (Judge Academy) | Floor Judge |
Daniel Jackson
|
Level 2 (Judge Foundry) | Floor Judge |
David Lachance-Poitras
|
Level 2 (Judge Foundry) | Staff |
Jason Lauborough
|
Level 2 (Judge Academy) | Floor Judge |
William Laycraft
|
Level 2 (Judge Academy) | Floor Judge |
Steve Lee
|
Level 2 (Judge Foundry) | Floor Judge |
Jessica Livingston
|
Level 2 (Judge Academy) | Staff |
Jason Malott
|
Level 2 (Judge Academy) | Floor Judge |
Leonardo Martins
|
Level 2 (International Judge Program) | Floor Judge |
James Mckay
|
Level 2 (Judge Foundry) | Floor Judge |
Kaitlin McLachlan
|
Level 2 (Judge Academy) | Floor Judge |
Cassidy Melczak
|
Level 2 (Judge Academy) | Staff |
Rick Miles
|
Level 2 (Judge Academy) | Floor Judge |
Andrea Mondani
|
Level 2 (International Judge Program) | Scorekeeper |
Jason Ness
|
Level 2 (Judge Academy) | Staff |
Jeffrey Orom
|
Level 2 (Judge Academy) | Floor Judge |
Eric Paré
|
Level 2 (Judge Foundry) | Floor Judge |
Fabio Pierucci
|
Level 2 (International Judge Program) | Staff |
Justin Purcell
|
Level 2 (Judge Academy) | Floor Judge |
Zeev Romm
|
Level 2 (Judge Academy) | Staff |
Kyle Ryc
|
Level 2 (Judge Foundry) | Floor Judge |
Graham Schofield
|
Level 2 (Judge Foundry) | Floor Judge |
Jacen Simon
|
Level 2 (Judge Foundry) | Floor Judge |
Nick Sirman
|
Level 2 (Judge Foundry) | Floor Judge |
Jeremy Sivaneswaran
|
Level 2 (Judge Foundry) | Staff |
Alexander Smith
|
Level 2 (Judge Academy) | Floor Judge |
Jason Stewart
|
Level 2 (Judge Academy) | Staff |
CoriAnn Theroux
|
Level 2 (Judge Foundry) | Staff |
William Van Veen
|
Level 2 (Judge Academy) | Floor Judge |
Ben Wallace
|
Level 2 (Judge Academy) | Staff |
Andrea Wallace
|
Level 2 (Judge Academy) | Staff |
Chris Wendelboe
|
Level 2 (Judge Academy) | Floor Judge |
Brendan Whatley
|
Level 2 (Judge Foundry) | Floor Judge |
Patrick Wong
|
Level 2 (Judge Foundry) | Standby |
Antonio Zanutto
|
Level 2 (International Judge Program) | Floor Judge |
Trevor Baker
|
Level 1 (Judge Academy) | Staff |
Declan Doherty
|
Level 1 (Judge Academy) | Staff |
Matthew Johnson
|
Level 1 (Judge Academy) | Staff |
Wonhyo Lee
|
Level 1 (Judge Academy) | Standby |
Wesley Norman
|
Level 1 (Judge Academy) | Staff |
Inn Oh
|
Level 1 (Judge Academy) | Staff |
Joseph Sapp
|
Level 1 (Judge Academy) | Staff |
Nataniel Bael
|
Uncertified | Floor Judge |
Félix Bouchard
|
Uncertified | Floor Judge |
Joshua Campbell
|
Uncertified | Floor Judge |
Rob Castellon
|
Uncertified | Floor Judge |
Christopher Chop
|
Uncertified | Floor Judge |
Maël Cournoyer-Michel
|
Uncertified | Floor Judge |
Angus Davis
|
Uncertified | Floor Judge |
Gavin Duggan
|
Uncertified | Floor Judge |
Jacob Ender
|
Uncertified | Standby |
Jessica engelen
|
Uncertified | Staff |
Nicholas Fang
|
Uncertified | Scorekeeper |
Nicolas Glik
|
Uncertified | Staff |
Nolan Guenther
|
Uncertified | Floor Judge |
Michael Gyssels
|
Uncertified | Floor Judge |
Dylan Harkness
|
Uncertified | Floor Judge |
Kacey Hogan
|
Uncertified | Staff |
Io Hughto
|
Uncertified | Scorekeeper |
Jonathan Jones
|
Uncertified | Floor Judge |
Isaac King
|
Uncertified | Floor Judge |
Abby Kraycar
|
Uncertified | Floor Judge |
Flora Li
|
Uncertified | Floor Judge |
Megan Linscott
|
Uncertified | Floor Judge |
Ben MacCrae
|
Uncertified | Staff |
Duncan McGregor
|
Uncertified | Floor Judge |
Elijah Ostrow
|
Uncertified | Standby |
Vinicius Quaiato
|
Uncertified | Floor Judge |
Christopher Richter
|
Uncertified | Judge Manager |
Phillip Robinson
|
Uncertified | Staff |
Jon Saso
|
Uncertified | Tournament Organizer |
Marc Saumur
|
Uncertified | Staff |
Mashi Scanlan
|
Uncertified | Staff |
Blake Smith
|
Uncertified | Floor Judge |
CFBEvents Staff Manager
|
Uncertified | Staff |
Matthew Turnbull
|
Uncertified | Floor Judge |
Sara VanderWal
|
Uncertified | Staff |
Addi W
|
Uncertified | Staff |