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== What is the Communications Department ==
The '''Communications Department''' works to improve external promotion as well as internal communication processes of EVE University. Among other things, it keeps the blog on our main page filled, as well as works on the social media presence of EVE University.
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EVE University aims to provide an inclusive training environment for capsuleers to learn about EVE Online. To fulfill this goal, the Communications Department supports the CEO and the Director of Operations by:
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#Managing EVE University’s social media presence.
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#Promoting and maintaining EVE University’s external image with the wider community and CCP.
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#Arranging and supporting the internal communication of EVE University to its members.
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#Providing other EVE University Departments with creative services and communication tools.
  
If you are interested in writing or editing, graphics design, video creation, active on social media or have similar interests, consider applying. Fill out the [https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfJD_yaJR3LdOtKurw6DV0b4SymI19CBL8jqTgIuQWnCG424Q/viewform?usp=sf_link application form] and the {{co|green|Communications Manager}} will reach out to you.
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== Current staff ==
 
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=== Communications management ===
== Current Staff ==
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The {{co|green|Communications Manager}} oversees [[EVE University|EVE University's]] Communication Officers and freelance contributors, plans its communications strategy with the CEO and Director of Operations and supports other EVE University departments with creative services.  
The {{co|green|Communications Management}} oversees [[EVE University|EVE University's]] social media presence and blog, and deals with the external promotion of EVE University, as well as internal communications.  
 
 
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===Communication Officers===
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=== Communication Officers ===
* Christoph Patrouette
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The Communication Officers of EVE University are a group of dedicated volunteers who regularly contribute to the different areas of communications work and have a special role in representing EVE University externally. They are the first point of contact for any Unista wanting to publish or promote their activities to a broader Uni-internal or external audience. Do not hesitate to reach out to them via [[Discord]], the [[EVE University Forum]] or simply ingame.
* Hideo Date
 
* Marn Vermuldir
 
* Dalarin Brenen
 
* Fudster
 
* Lucas Spellmeyer
 
  
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* Shaemus O'Conaught
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* Chris Halsky
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* Father Decks
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* AceKokuren
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* Naoko Camden
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* Arin Mara (Wiki Manager, not Officer, but works closely with Communications)
  
== Contribute ==
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== Joining the department ==
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If you want to express your creativity, feel passionate about communication and want to give back to EVE University, we are always looking for people interested or proficient in the following fields:
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* Creating posters and graphics, used in the promotion of staff recruitment, small and large events, public recruitment, propaganda, etc.
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* Engaging in and curating different social media channels
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* Storytelling and writing long-form text for blog posts: roleplay, player stories, opinion pieces, etc.
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* Creating videos or motion graphics
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* Promoting and running Uni internal and external events (PvP brawls with friendly corps, mining events, raffles and giveaways etc.) in collaboration with the [[Events Department]].
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* The spoken word.
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* Anything else related to the concept of communication or creativity in the broadest sense.
  
Even if you are not a member of the Comms Department (or not even EVE Uni), there are many ways you can help out with the PR of EVE University - not least of which is simply to talk about us and spread the word to new capsuleers!
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The Department is always looking to improve and find new ways to engage with people. If you have a skill that you think would be beneficial but wasn't listed above please consider applying or contact the Communications Manager.
  
=== Write for EVE University's front page ===
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''Minimum requirements:''
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* At minimum an EVE University Freshman [[Titles within EVE University|progression title]]. Further progression titles logically speak in your favour.
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* Applicants should be comfortable with working on their own initiative and at times having to stick to a deadline.
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* Being able to work in tandem with your fellow Communications Officers leads to projects being completed easier and more efficiently.
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* Posting on social media requires sticking to our [[Communications Policy|Uni Communications Policy]].
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* Using the EVE Uni [[Discord]] for communication and taking part in projects is a must.
  
If you don't want the effort and/or costs involved to set up your own blog, why not write for our [http://www.eveuniversity.org/ front page]?
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Contact the Manager via Discord if you are interested in applying!
  
We welcome contributions from any capsuleer on any appropriate subject, including but not limited to:
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== EVE University's Social Media presence ==
* Player Stories (especially from newer capsuleers!)
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You are very welcome to check out our social media accounts and share and engage as much as you want to.
* News of upcoming events
 
* Reports of recent events
 
* After-action reports of major E-UNI engagements
 
* Opinion pieces on aspects (or changes) to EVE Online may also be submitted, although these should be well-thought-out and insightful, and should state that you are writing as an individual and your opinions may not reflect those of EVE University.
 
  
Articles for the front page should
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Many of the communication officers as well as other fellow Unistas are posting regularly on [https://www.reddit.com/r/Eve/ r/eve on Reddit].
* stick to the point,
 
* use short paragraphs,
 
* may contain images,
 
* and must be properly spelled and grammaticized.
 
  
Members of the Comms Department will gladly help with meeting the criteria and making your post shine as much as possible.
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Some classes and events are streamed to our [https://www.twitch.tv/eve_university Twitch] channel and at times uploaded to our [https://www.youtube.com/@realeveuniversity YouTube] page.
  
To submit a post, first log in to the forums, then follow the ''News'' link at the top of the page, just under the EVE University Forum title. The front page should have a grey bar across the top - click the '''+ New''' button on that bar to write a new post (formatting and layout tools are available) then press ''Submit for Review''.  
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We also have a [https://www.facebook.com/EveUniversity Facebook page] and our own [https://www.eveuniversity.org/ EVE University blog].
  
It is a good idea to then alert Hippla Tsero (preferably via any E-UNI Discord channel or Twitter) that you have a post waiting to be approved. Do not worry about getting your spelling & grammar perfect, it will be corrected if any errors are found!
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'''Nota Bene''' (August 2023): With the changes to Twitter/X, we are putting our [https://twitter.com/EVEUniversity engagement] on the platform on hold.
  
=== Make your own propaganda posters! ===
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== Resources ==
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We are providing a range of graphic and video material to get you started in case you want to incorporate it in contributions to EVE University promotion e.g. through streaming on Twitch (ideal for holding classes), YouTube content or other audiovisual content that we can use to promote EVE University as a corporation and to provide learning opportunities to capsuleers.
  
We will gladly accept images from graphic artists (and budding graphic artists) advertising EVE University.
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* Selection of [[UniWiki:EVE University Graphics]] on our Wiki.
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* The [[EVE University style guide]] can be used as a guideline in the creation of official Uni media.
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* How to record or stream a class, fleet, event, ...: Visit our [[Recording and Streaming Guide]].
  
Feel free to post to the PR thread '''here''', or forum PM to Hippla Tsero.
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== Freelance contribution ==
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Everyone can contribute to promoting [[EVE University]]. The simplest way of supporting us is by talking about your experience in the Uni on any of the social media channels and by guiding players, helping them answer their questions and ideally lightly point them to [[Applying to EVE University|applying to the Uni]].
  
See below for a few examples of past creations from the Comms Department and other members.
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=== Creating posters ===
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If you are interested in creating posters (For example: WW2 propaganda-derived works, so ubiquitous in EVE) but do not want to join the staff itself, feel free to give it a shot and reach out to us if you need any help or guidance.
  
[https://www.reddit.com/r/Eve/comments/iepwb5/eveuni_is_retaliating_again_current_target_wer4/ Redditpost about war with Wer4]
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You can also reach out to any Communications Officer if you have questions about picture composition, which programs to use, tips and tricks, and so on. We would also be happy to host them in our [[UniWiki:EVE University Graphics|Graphics Library]] if the graphics can be used repeatedly.
  
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=== Write for EVE University's blog ===
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The best way to share your experience in a long text format is to write for the [https://www.eveuniversity.org/ E-Uni blog].
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== EVE University's Social Media presence ==
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We welcome contributions from any capsuleer on any appropriate subject, including but not limited to:
 
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* Player Stories (especially from newer capsuleers!)
You are very welcome to check out our Social Media accounts and share and engage as much as you want to.
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* News of upcoming events
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* Reports of recent events
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* After-action reports of major E-UNI engagements
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* Opinion pieces on aspects (or changes) to EVE Online may also be submitted, although these should be well-thought-out and insightful, and should state that you are writing as an individual and your opinions may not reflect those of EVE University.
  
You can find our Twitter account here [http://twitter.com/EVEUniversity http://twitter.com/EVEUniversity], where we post events, news and similar items of interest, as well as <s>smacktalk</s> engage in Light-Hearted Banter™ with other corporations & alliances.
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Members of the Comms Department will gladly help with providing feedback on ideas, as well as editorial support.
  
We also have a [https://www.facebook.com/EveUniversity Facebook page], where you can find Event announcements as well.
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To submit a post, simply write your text in your preferred text editor (ideally an easily accessible cloud solution like Google Docs) and share it with the Communications Manager (preferably via [[Discord#Joining_our_Server|Discord]]). Do not worry about getting your spelling & grammar perfect, we will do the proofreading for you!
  
  
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Latest revision as of 15:32, 19 November 2024

E-UNI Emblem.png This page is specific to EVE University. Other corporations or groups in the game may operate differently.
For a summary of EVE University's rules and code of conduct, see EVE University Rules.
Comms Department Logo.png

What is the Communications Department

EVE University aims to provide an inclusive training environment for capsuleers to learn about EVE Online. To fulfill this goal, the Communications Department supports the CEO and the Director of Operations by:

  1. Managing EVE University’s social media presence.
  2. Promoting and maintaining EVE University’s external image with the wider community and CCP.
  3. Arranging and supporting the internal communication of EVE University to its members.
  4. Providing other EVE University Departments with creative services and communication tools.

Current staff

Communications management

Professor Amfion Professor Amfion

The Communications Manager oversees EVE University's Communication Officers and freelance contributors, plans its communications strategy with the CEO and Director of Operations and supports other EVE University departments with creative services.

Communication Officers

The Communication Officers of EVE University are a group of dedicated volunteers who regularly contribute to the different areas of communications work and have a special role in representing EVE University externally. They are the first point of contact for any Unista wanting to publish or promote their activities to a broader Uni-internal or external audience. Do not hesitate to reach out to them via Discord, the EVE University Forum or simply ingame.

  • Shaemus O'Conaught
  • Chris Halsky
  • Father Decks
  • AceKokuren
  • Naoko Camden
  • Arin Mara (Wiki Manager, not Officer, but works closely with Communications)

Joining the department

If you want to express your creativity, feel passionate about communication and want to give back to EVE University, we are always looking for people interested or proficient in the following fields:

  • Creating posters and graphics, used in the promotion of staff recruitment, small and large events, public recruitment, propaganda, etc.
  • Engaging in and curating different social media channels
  • Storytelling and writing long-form text for blog posts: roleplay, player stories, opinion pieces, etc.
  • Creating videos or motion graphics
  • Promoting and running Uni internal and external events (PvP brawls with friendly corps, mining events, raffles and giveaways etc.) in collaboration with the Events Department.
  • The spoken word.
  • Anything else related to the concept of communication or creativity in the broadest sense.

The Department is always looking to improve and find new ways to engage with people. If you have a skill that you think would be beneficial but wasn't listed above please consider applying or contact the Communications Manager.

Minimum requirements:

  • At minimum an EVE University Freshman progression title. Further progression titles logically speak in your favour.
  • Applicants should be comfortable with working on their own initiative and at times having to stick to a deadline.
  • Being able to work in tandem with your fellow Communications Officers leads to projects being completed easier and more efficiently.
  • Posting on social media requires sticking to our Uni Communications Policy.
  • Using the EVE Uni Discord for communication and taking part in projects is a must.

Contact the Manager via Discord if you are interested in applying!

EVE University's Social Media presence

You are very welcome to check out our social media accounts and share and engage as much as you want to.

Many of the communication officers as well as other fellow Unistas are posting regularly on r/eve on Reddit.

Some classes and events are streamed to our Twitch channel and at times uploaded to our YouTube page.

We also have a Facebook page and our own EVE University blog.

Nota Bene (August 2023): With the changes to Twitter/X, we are putting our engagement on the platform on hold.

Resources

We are providing a range of graphic and video material to get you started in case you want to incorporate it in contributions to EVE University promotion e.g. through streaming on Twitch (ideal for holding classes), YouTube content or other audiovisual content that we can use to promote EVE University as a corporation and to provide learning opportunities to capsuleers.

Freelance contribution

Everyone can contribute to promoting EVE University. The simplest way of supporting us is by talking about your experience in the Uni on any of the social media channels and by guiding players, helping them answer their questions and ideally lightly point them to applying to the Uni.

Creating posters

If you are interested in creating posters (For example: WW2 propaganda-derived works, so ubiquitous in EVE) but do not want to join the staff itself, feel free to give it a shot and reach out to us if you need any help or guidance.

You can also reach out to any Communications Officer if you have questions about picture composition, which programs to use, tips and tricks, and so on. We would also be happy to host them in our Graphics Library if the graphics can be used repeatedly.

Write for EVE University's blog

The best way to share your experience in a long text format is to write for the E-Uni blog.

We welcome contributions from any capsuleer on any appropriate subject, including but not limited to:

  • Player Stories (especially from newer capsuleers!)
  • News of upcoming events
  • Reports of recent events
  • After-action reports of major E-UNI engagements
  • Opinion pieces on aspects (or changes) to EVE Online may also be submitted, although these should be well-thought-out and insightful, and should state that you are writing as an individual and your opinions may not reflect those of EVE University.

Members of the Comms Department will gladly help with providing feedback on ideas, as well as editorial support.

To submit a post, simply write your text in your preferred text editor (ideally an easily accessible cloud solution like Google Docs) and share it with the Communications Manager (preferably via Discord). Do not worry about getting your spelling & grammar perfect, we will do the proofreading for you!