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[Liirarwen]

What date did you register as a CS member?: (if it's less than 6 months ago, do not apply)
November 6, 2010.

How many posts have you made in the forum (at the time of applying): (if it's less than 300, do not apply)
4095.

How many days a week do you usually visit CS?
Normally 5-7 (5-6 on a busy week; 7 normally.)

How many hours per day do you usually spend on CS, on a day that you do visit?
It really depends on the day or if I'm drawing or just checking my pets; I can't really give a concrete answer on that. xD But I would say anywhere from two to four hours.

Have you moderated on any other forums before? If so, please link to them.
I've moderated a few threads on CS before:
Morphers, Foximps, Chinchillas

Have you ever used the CS oekaki to draw?
Yes, I have; I've only posted a few pieces to the public but I practice with the program quite a bit.

Do you ever spend much time browsing the oekaki board just to look at the art posted there?
Yes! I love browsing the Beginner and Intermediate boards and looking at the talent there. Sometimes I post on threads I like, but for the most part it's just looking and admiring.

Why do you want to be an oekaki moderator for CS?
I would like to be an oekaki moderator for CS because I love drawing on the oekaki, I love spending time on those boards, I love viewing other people's work, and I love helping other users. One of my favorite aspects of CS is the Oekaki, and a good portion of my time on CS is spent browsing or drawing there. It would be great to be able to help that part of CS. I've thoroughly read the requirements for the job and the rest of the topic, and I understand what the position entails and I think I could handle those obligations.

Can you think of any particular skills you can bring to the position (this is not required) (for example have you had any experience in peer mediation? Have you had a ton of experience using the oekaki program?)
I have a lot of experience with children and keeping them in line. I understand the importance of always handling things in a polite, unbiased manner, and in regards to the internet, I know when to back away and count to 10 before posting a reply. xD I understand the rules of the oekaki and have read them often enough to be very familiar with them. I am comfortable with the oekaki program, and I am confident that I could help others with problems they might have in that area.

Thanks for reading ^^

[Ray.]

What date did you register as a CS member?: Mon. April 25,2011
How many posts have you made in the forum (at the time of applying): Around 340
How many days a week do you usually visit CS? Everyday unless something has happen or Internet is down.
How many hours per day do you usually spend on CS, on a day that you do visit? Almost all day on weekends and about 3-5 hours on weekdays
Have you moderated on any other forums before? If so, please link to them: I have but can't seem to find them.
Have you ever used the CS oekaki to draw? Yes
Do you ever spend much time browsing the oekaki board just to look at the art posted there? Yes I spend like a hour looking.
Why do you want to be an oekaki moderator for CS? Why do I want to be a mod? Well,ever since I joined this site I have been helping people,fixing things,and reporting like art theft and other stuff. I guess it's my nature I want my ducks in a row. I want the site to be a great place for kids and adults meaning no nude pictures and no bad stuff. Chicken Smoothie moderater job would be a great way to learn well the law and will maybe help me obey in the real world. I've always wanted to help Tess and the others in any way I can so I'm giving back to them by applying to help.
Can you think of any particular skills you can bring to the position : I'm good at talking and explaining the problem. If someone doesn't understand I simply break it down. Also I'm very helpful and will help any one in need.(unless its something bad)

[Crum]

What date did you register as a CS member?: Feb 24, 2011 (2 years)
How many posts have you made in the forum: 1808
How many days a week do you usually visit CS? 7
How many hours per day do you usually spend on CS, on a day that you do visit? 2-6 (depending on the day, I have a smartphone so I have good access to the site all the time)
Have you moderated on any other forums before? If so, please link to them Yes, but they are closed... I have owned many forums and websites before so I have vast knowledge of them
Have you ever used the CS oekaki to draw? Yep!
Do you ever spend much time browsing the oekaki board just to look at the art posted there? Yes, I love seeing how creative everyone is around here!
Why do you want to be an oekaki moderator for CS? I love working with behind-the-scenes type of stuff, and just helping everyone out. I'm honest and good at following rules
Can you think of any particular skills you can bring to the position: Lots of skills dealing with moderation and editing, complete understanding of the oekaki and rules

Thanks for taking your time to read x)

[Zax]

What date did you register as a CS member?: Sun Jan 17, 2010
How many posts have you made in the forum (at the time of applying): 3,763 posts not including this one.
How many days a week do you usually visit CS? I visit CS every day.
How many hours per day do you usually spend on CS, on a day that you do visit? Of course it will vary, but on average about 4.5 hours per day
Have you moderated on any other forums before? Yes. I am a Squad Member on EsrohLegends
Do you ever spend much time browsing the oekaki board just to look at the art posted there? Whenever I find a spare moment, I do tend to visit the oekaki board. My favorite places are Intermediate, Beginner, and Competitions.
Why do you want to be an oekaki moderator for CS? I have always had an interest in the Oekaki board since I became a member. I find it to be a great place to relax and express yourself. Over the past few years, however, I have noticed some foul expression that clearly goes against Oekaki and CS forum rules before our moderators could handle it. I have also been plagued by spam, and off-topic posts, and I'd like to do my part to prevent others from having to constantly say,"Please stop spamming the thread." or linking to other places where their thoughts should be posted. Being a regular artist in the Oekaki Board, I can't help but see potential or sometimes blatant art theft. Art theft is a crime that luckily I have not been a victim to, but all the same I do wish to help those who are victimized. I supposed you could call it a pet-peeve of mine, but I simply detest the idea and believe that an artist original work should be shared, but not thefted. All in all, I simply would like my chance to make a difference primarily in the Oekaki Board and help to enhance the whole artisan experience for the better and for the enjoyment of all users on CS.
Can you think of any particular skills you can bring to the position? I am incredibly familar with the Oekaki ChibiPaint program and understand all of it's functions. I have also recently begun to be involved in peer mediation at my high school, and I find peer mediation to be a rewarding thing when you solve conflict between two people. I have also run multiple adoptables in the Oekaki board and, as you know, sometimes rule breakers do show up. I've been able to handle cases like this calmly, and I have found it quite easy to resolve the situation through unbiased PMs instead of spamming the thread with senseless arguments that random users can chime in on and make things worse.

[briannna27]

Hi, Tesserae here
What date did you register as a CS member?
June 24, 2011
How many posts have you made in the forum (at the time of applying)?
This will be my 2,445 post, but that number will probably change in about two minutes.
How many days a week do you usually visit CS?
Usually I'm on CS daily. However, I've been very busy with basketball, so I'm not on everyday. Luckily, this weekend is my last tournament and after that Ill be back to normal.
How many hours per day do you usually spend on CS, on a day that you do visit?
Again, other than basketball season, an hour to two hours on week days and three to four hours on weekends/holidays.
Have you moderated on any other forums before? If so, please link to them
The only forums I've monitored were my adopts sites my friends and I have made. Most of them have been deleted, sadly, but if I can find any links I will post them.
Have you ever used the CS oekaki to draw?
Before my laptop broke, I used it a lot! I love the oekaki boards and If I was still able to access them I would! I'm not sure how many drawings I have, but probably over 100.
Do you ever spend much time browsing the oekaki board just to look at the art posted there?
Definitely! I browse them very often, and I love seeing the talents of my fellow smoothians
Why do you want to be an oekaki moderator for CS?
Well, for over a year I've thought that one day I'd love to be some sort of mod on CS. I also end up finding that I'd love to give back to the community and help you guys after you've provided me with hours of endless entertainment - and something to do instead of my homework!
Also, it just seems like fun! Two of my favourite things are CS and oekaki, add being a mod and helping people, what could be better?
Can you think of any particular skills you can bring to the position?
~I love oekaki, and I've helped people use oekaki and other drawing programs before.
~I don't really care if people get mad at me for enforcing the rules
~I'm very dedicated to CS and it's community

[Tess]

Applications closing in about 7 hours!

[Darius4Ever ~ ♥]

What date did you register as a CS member?: June 16th, 2012 [at approximately 11:46 am my time, if you need that as well ^^;]
How many posts have you made in the forum (at the time of applying): 1053
How many days a week do you usually visit CS? Daily, the only times I may not be on being Sunday and Wednesday, during to church things.
How many hours per day do you usually spend on CS, on a day that you do visit? Normally, fifteen to thirty minutes in the morning, thirty minutes on a Wednesday before going to my youth group, anywhere from fifteen minutes to three hours on a regular afternoon, and anywhere from one hour to five or six hours at night. I'm in the central time zone (if that helps), and I'm either not on at all or on much of the day on Saturday, depending on if we have plans.
Have you moderated on any other forums before? None
Have you ever used the CS oekaki to draw? I've tried, but my computer and me don't work well together, and I haven't gotten an external mouse yet. I plan on *attempting once again* to draw something soon.
Do you ever spend much time browsing the oekaki board just to look at the art posted there? Yes, I love looking at the art. When I've got free time, I go back in forth from scrolling down deviantArt to scrolling down the oekaki boards. My favorite section is the Beginner's Oekaki.
Why do you want to be an oekaki moderator for CS? I've always had an admiration for art, and it sounds like a really fun thing to do! I could make other people's "trips" to the "art museum" of CS a lot of fun. I love looking on there and seeing nothing that's obscene or flat-out horrid, and I'd love to help others see nothing but the beauty that can come from time, imagination and crafty, skilled fingers the way I have. Plus, in real life, I love helping people, and online friends are amazing. Before I was old enough to join CS, I always loved to see the CS moderators with their bright colors, and when I finally decided to join, I decided that one day, I'd try to be the person I always loved to see. I know, it sounds weird, but on other sites, I've also loved to see mods post. It's just.. Cool. To me, ha.
Can you think of any particular skills you can bring to the position? I'm friendly, I can keep calm in a situation, though I have to admit I did have one problem on CS. I was never warned through PM or anything, but I decided not to let it happen again, because I got my feelings hurt when what I said wasn't intended to be taken the wrong way. I forgot that you can't read emotions through the Internet. I love to make people feel happy, and have always had a strong connection and appreciation with art. Even though I can't draw well, I love the idea of moderating and seeing the beautiful work that others can do, it makes me feel like smiling.


Thanks for considering me for the position, CS Staffers! ^^

[SkySmoke]

What date did you register as a CS member?: Sep 13th, 2009
How many posts have you made in the forum (at the time of applying): 2691
How many days a week do you usually visit CS? 7
How many hours per day do you usually spend on CS, on a day that you do visit? Usually around 5, but depending on work sometimes I can't stay on as long, but even on those days I am on and off on my phone
Have you moderated on any other forums before? If so, please link to them: yes, but they have since been shut down
Have you ever used the CS oekaki to draw? Not draw from scratch myself but I do a lot of color ins
Do you ever spend much time browsing the oekaki board just to look at the art posted there? Yes, quite often. I look in adoptables a lot & I like looking at the features too
Why do you want to be an oekaki moderator for CS? I love the unique community that is this website & would like to be able to give back and help keep it the friendly place that it is. I love the fact that there are so many ways to be involved in the game & I've watched a lot of artists go from average to amazing here
Can you think of any particular skills you can bring to the position: I work in customer service, so I am very used to solvin problems in a calm, diplomatic manner. I'm also very patient. I don't mind telling people no, or telling someone the same thing multiple different times. I'm good at explaining things different ways so if someone doesn't get it the first time, I'm happy to reword it and try again

[Quitting CS...]

What date did you register as a CS member?: Mar 9th, 2012.
How many posts have you made in the forum (at the time of applying): 6196.
How many days a week do you usually visit CS? I visit daily, the times I cannot go on Chicken Smoothie is when I am away on holiday or something else. I have alot of time I can spend on here.
How many hours per day do you usually spend on CS, on a day that you do visit? I would say about 5-6 hours, I am not sure. I spend quite alot of time on CS, though, as I have alot of time.
Have you moderated on any other forums before? Not really. I am mostly on Chicken Smoothie, so I have not really been trying out other forums.
Have you ever used the CS oekaki to draw? Yes, I always use it.
Do you ever spend much time browsing the oekaki board just to look at the art posted there? Yes, I do, I enjoy looking at the drawings people have made. I always try to leave a comment if I see someone asking for help to improve or if it is something they could have done better.
Why do you want to be an oekaki moderator for CS? Well, I spend alot of time on Chicken Smoothie and I would love to spend some of that time helping out as an Oekaki Moderator. I am mostly hanging around the Oekaki Boards or the Forum Games, and when I am not I am mostly chatting with my friends. I am a pretty friendly person, at least I think so, and I always try to help people if they are wondering about something or have questions. I always try to answer in a friendly and understandable way so people dont find me rude or dont understand what I meant. I love to chat with people and I enjoy drawing with the Oekaki. I am hoping I could become an Oekaki Moderator to help people out of Chicken Smoothie.
Can you think of any particular skills you can bring to the position (this is not required) (for example have you had any experience in peer mediation? Have you had a ton of experience using the oekaki program?) Well, the only drawing programe for my laptop is the Oekaki, so I am pretty familiar with it.

[Maddyoll]

APPLICATON

What date did you register as a CS member?: (if it's less than 6 months ago, do not apply)

• Tue May 25, 2010 7:28 pm

How many posts have you made in the forum (at the time of applying): (if it's less than 300, do not apply)

• 3928

How many days a week do you usually visit CS?

• Every Day.

How many hours per day do you usually spend on CS, on a day that you do visit?

• At least four or so hours on weekdays, 5-6 on weekends.

Have you moderated on any other forums before? If so, please link to them

• I have only modded a few CS topics, nothing off ChickenSmoothie.

Have you ever used the CS oekaki to draw?

• Yes, a total of 216 times. It wasn't until page eight that I actually started to grasp the concept of Oekaki so there are a lot of old colored in drawings <:

Do you ever spend much time browsing the oekaki board just to look at the art posted there?

• Yes, frequently when there is nothing to answer in the CS help board or in between when I am roleplaying.

Why do you want to be an oekaki moderator for CS?

• I would like to be an Oekaki moderator because although I am not a very good artist, I am very fond of art and I would like other members of CS to enjoy the Oekaki boards as much as I do.

Can you think of any particular skills you can bring to the position (this is not required) (for example have you had any experience in peer mediation? Have you had a ton of experience using the oekaki program?)

• I have had peer mediation in middle school and have mediated at least 5 scenarios, and I have used the Oekaki system 216 times so I do know the uses of every tool and function!

I was debating with myself on applying or not, which is why I posted a bit late, but I suppose there is nothing to lose!