Yearbook meeting

[auroryborealis.livejournal.com]

Rory perches on the edge of a table in the cafeteria, and faces the people assembled there.

"Hey everyone. Thanks for coming. Now, we're going to conduct this meeting in an organized way, since there are so many of you.

First off, just so you know, meetings will be held at this time every Monday. If you have a scheduling conflict, please let me know.

I know quite a few of you have expressed interest in doing various things, but there are so many new people that I'm going to start a new staff list. So do me a favor and introduce yourself if we haven't met, and let me know what you're interested in doing.

To my photographers: I'd like to see a sample of your work, just for the sake of knowing what sort of features you'd be best at covering. [ooc: Just find a photo online or something. I don't care what it is - just PLEASE keep it clean!]

To my writers: I need you to know how to write thoughtful and classy captions. So, please write a statement about someone you see at this meeting as if you were briefly describing them to a stranger, so that I have a sample of your writing.

Those who are interested in layout exclusively: I need you to be people who are insanely organized. Please tell me the organizational system you use in your room, home, car, or whatever.

To those interested in becoming editors: Two editors of photography, two editors of captions, and two for layout. My layout editors especially need to be people who pay great attention to detail - you should be able to catch anything that the other four have missed. However, all of these positions are crucial, and require people who are willing to make a commitment. So, if you would, please fill out the following application:

Name:

Photography/Writing/Layout (circle one):

Previous Experience:

What I can bring to this editorial position:

Why you should be picked (cannot be the same as above):


Remember: everyone is welcome to participate in the yearbook, and if you don't know what you might be good at, I can help you find something. And, of course, feel free to ask me any questions you may have."

Rory concludes her speech, and smiles.

Comments

[conathon.livejournal.com]

I'd like to be a photographer, ma'am. Hold on, let me find a photo.

[auroryborealis.livejournal.com]

[ooc: Sure - there's no limit on who can join. I'll put you down for sports]

"Okay...and I'm Rory, by the way," she says, smiling and holding out her hand. "Don't call me ma'am...makes me feel old."

[wraithbaitjohn.livejournal.com]

I'd like to submit the following proofs as uh... proof {shrugs} that I don't suck as a photographer:


and


So? Wha'da'ya think?


(OOC: Yes, I really did take these pics, so if anyone should want them for anything, just ask. :)

[auroryborealis.livejournal.com]

"Oh, those are great!" Rory says, carefully holding the photos by the edges.

"That moon is beautiful, and I definitely like the ferret - it is a ferret, right? Well...is there anything in particular you'd like to take pictures of? Sports, clubs, portraits, candids...?"

[jerusalem-s.livejournal.com]

Looking decidedly hung-over, Spider appears in the doorway and leans on it for a moment. "Gilmore? Consider this my obligatory sponsor appearance. I'm off to bed... and this is the last damn time I eat anything out of the vending machines in the cafeteria."

He disappears again with rather more speed than strictly necessary.

[rushmore-yankee.livejournal.com]

Name:



Photography/Writing/Layout (circle one):



Previous Experience:



What I can bring to this editorial position:



Why you should be picked (cannot be the same as above):



[[ooc: Don't go mistaking Max's confident for competency. :-) He's clueless. Although he did work on the Rushmore Yankee! That part was true, at least.]]

[auroryborealis.livejournal.com]

Rory considers the application. Sales are handled through the school, and publishing was really a team effort.

"Well," she says, addressing Max, "I think I could use you as a layout editor, since you seem to be quite...meticulous. Would it be all right if I consider you for that position?"

[notcalledlizzie.livejournal.com]

Name: Elizabeth Weir

Photography/Writing/Layout (circle one):

Previous Experience: Senator's intern Political activist I've helped edit journals, and uh, legal documents in the past

What I can bring to this editorial position: Previous experience as listed above; know how to control and sort large groups of people

Why you should be picked (cannot be the same as above): Because I'm insanely organized, and when I know what needs to be done, I do it

[auroryborealis.livejournal.com]

"All right, Elizabeth," Rory says, smiling and reading over the application. "This looks great. I'll let you know if you get it - I assume you're applying for both writing and layout?"

[cellar-doordd.livejournal.com]

Donnie wanders into the large room, already not liking the amount of people there. He listens to the pretty brunette, who he guesses is Rory Gilmore, talk about what they all need to do to get on the staff.

Are you fucking kidding me with this? he wonders. He does what she asks, however, and after making a quick scan around the room, decides to write a caption about Rory, who is talking to a boy with thick glasses.

Rory Gilmore, beautiful and energetic yearbook editor, counsels a pompous fellow student and pretends to care what he's saying on how to make the best impression in an application.

He wanders over to Rory and hands her the paper, then takes a seat in the back corner of the room.

[auroryborealis.livejournal.com]

Rory takes the paper from the dazed-looking guy who thrusts it into her hands. She reads the caption, and tries to hide a smirk. She walks to where he's seated in the back of the room.

"I like it," she says quietly. When he looks out, she says, "Consider yourself part of the staff - and um, thank you for self-editing," she adds with a slight twinkle in her eye. "Rory Gilmore," she says, extending her hand.

[soniabelmont.livejournal.com]

*rushes into the room, and finds a seat at the end of the table*

I'm sorry, I hope I'm not too late!

Name: Sonia Belmont

Photography/Writing/Layout (circle one):

Previous Experience: Re-plotting the map for Castlevania every bloody time it changes Er, in a roundabout vay, I vas taught the art of illuminated manuscripts, and have created a few pages myself in the past. I can provide samples, if you vish.

What I can bring to this editorial position: I admit to having a good eye for detail. The creation of a manuscript is a long, meticulous process, and requires patience and concentration.

Why you should be picked (cannot be the same as above): I'm very organized, and take directions vell; that being said, I can vurk just as easily vithout direct supervision-- if I see that something needs to be done, I can do it vithout having to be told.

[auroryborealis.livejournal.com]

"Well," Rory says, scanning Sonia's application, "I'll definitely keep you in mind, since it looks like you're perfect for this. I'll be making my decision by tomorrow, by the way."

[marsheadtilt.livejournal.com]

Veronica runs in.

"Sorry I'm late, Rory. I had a few things to take care of. Anyway, I have some of my pictures here, I'll get them out in a minute. And I'd love to be a photography editor."


Name: Veronica Mars
Photography/Writing/Layout (circle one):
Previous Experience: Worked on my school newspaper back in Neptune and took a lot of photos working for my dad's PI firm.
What I can bring to this editorial position: I own the best camera equipment and I am good at sneaking around getting candid shots.
Why you should be picked (cannot be the same as above): you owe me for sleeping with my ex - Because I am tenacious and will get the job done.

[soniabelmont.livejournal.com]

Sonia smiles at the girl who's just entered.

"Hallo! I don't believe ve have met? I'm Sonia."

[auroryborealis.livejournal.com]

"Well, this looks great, Veronica," Rory says with a grin. "Since no one else has even applied for the position, I'm pretty sure I can safely say that you'll make a great editor. And those pictures are beautiful."

My pictures

[marsheadtilt.livejournal.com]

These are all from my hometown. [OOC: google image search is my best friend]

[lizzy-turner.livejournal.com]

Well, I said I'd join for copy editing, so here goes.

Name: Elizabeth Swann

Photography/Writing/Layout (circle one):

Previous Experience: I have not been on what you call a yearbook, but I have been proof-reading my father's letters, which are very important, as he is governor of Port Royale

What I can bring to this editorial position: I have a keen eye for errors, so I will certainly be able to pick out mistakes, even the smallest of ones.

Why you should be picked (cannot be the same as above): I think I would make a wonderful editor. I'm very easy to get along with and I rarely get cranky. Plus, I've been told...what was the word? I'm "anal." I find it rather rude, but apparently it describes me.

[auroryborealis.livejournal.com]

Rory scans the application. "Great," she says, grinning at Elizabeth. "We can definitely use you - we've had a few applications for this position already, but don't worry about it, and I'll make my decision some time tomorrow. Oh," she adds, "and I get called 'anal' a lot as well, and I don't appreciate it either."

[goodnightdodger.livejournal.com]

Name: Jess Mariano

Photography/Writing/Layout (circle one):

Previous Experience: None that would count in this setting. Plenty in the margins of my books.

What I can bring to this editorial position: Gee. How about some honesty and humor. Two things many writers (no offense to anyone in this room) lack these days.

Why you should be picked (cannot be the same as above): I'm straightfoward. I cut through bullshit. I don't like to waste my time or anyone elses. I write what I know.


He scans the room and tries to choose someone to write about. The only one he wants to write about is Rory, but that would be too obvious. He decides to write two captions, but only turns one in.

Max Fischer, an overzealous overacheiver, attempts to win the yearbook editor over with an extensive vocabulary, but barely manages to keep her attention due to his pretentious attitude and arrogant airs.

And this one, he shoves into his pocket.

Rory Gilmore, startling beautiful editor of the school yearbook surveys her staff with keen blue eyes, taking in every detail though stray wisps of chocolate brown hair threaten to block her view. She quietly tucks the errant strands behind her ears as she smiles slgihtly at the ground as if remembering some private joke...




He just hopes the joke isn't him...

[auroryborealis.livejournal.com]

Rory considers the application Jess hands her.

Pure Jess, she thinks, smiling slightly. She hasn't gotten any other applicants for the writing position, and while she does think that Jess would be absolutely perfect for it, she worries that the other students might cry favoritism.

But why would they do that? Jess and I are just old friends. That's all. No reason for me to favor him at all.

She grins at him. "This is good. I like your description of...." She lowers her voice and trails off as she nods slightly towards Max.

She caves, and decides to ignore what other people might think. "And...well, this isn't official, but...you've got it."

Rory knew deep down that Jess really did deserve the position...but she wondered if she was really giving it to him for that reason.

[marsheadtilt.livejournal.com]

[OOC: Drop me an email - veronicamars01(at)gmail(dot)com - since Rory hooked up with Veronica's ex - perhaps Jess & Veronica can exact a little revenge together?]

[fh_jackass]

Name: Logan Echolls

Photography/Writing/Layout (circle one):

Previous Experience: Worked on Neptune High school newspaper.

What I can bring to this editorial position: I am an excellent typist and can spell most commonly used words with little assistance.

Why you should be picked (cannot be the same as above): Why not?

[fh_jackass]

Oh, and a writing sample -

The intrepid photographer lingers with her camera, waiting for the chance to swoop in and expose someone's personal moments to the entire campus.

[auroryborealis.livejournal.com]

Rory considers the application, and decides that Logan would make a pretty darn good editor.

"You've got it," she says, grinning.

Then she remembers who his fellow writing editor will be.

Oops.