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ACDragonMaster
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You mentioned reviewing R2s of anime, what about imported manga? Also, someone asked, but I didn't recall seeing a clear answer, would the reviewer of an R1 DVD be required to view the entire disc in *both* Japanese and English dub, or would watching it entirely in one language and then rewatching half or key moments in the other be sufficient? (Granted, skipping op/ed sequences on the second go would help cut done on time a bit and such, but I figured I'd ask just for clarity's sake...)
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indrik
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Sorry if this was obvious for everyone else. Also sorry that my post was incoherent: I plead sinus medication. I should know better. I've had a couple of trade magazines offer ownership of the printed article against paying less than normal fees for publication. That's what I was getting at, which was in my head, but didn't come out in the post. I still didn't see any of the money, due to annoying employment circumstances, but I do own a handful of the articles I've published. Apparently this is not the case here. Sorry again, carry on. |
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tonyadpx
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I have numerous writing programs on my computer, but not the "big dog" MSWord, at least not yet. So which program should I use to fit the required format of pure text or HTML? I have WordPerfect, OpenOffice, WordPad, and NotePad.
I've been writing and sending submissions for a long time, but never electronically. |
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Demon Crow
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I'm very interested and fitting for this job. I used to write reviews for an internet anime publication, not in English though. However, I have the knowledge needed for this job. Unfortunately, I can’t keep up with 4 pieces a week because I'm pursuing my Bachelor degree for the time being. It’s a shame, really.
Good luck for the applicants and the site's team. 
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rinmackie
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I'd be interested in doing manga reviews. One question, about the number of words, does it have to be a least 750? Your guidelines say at least 600. For an anime dvd, that makes sense but there's only so much you can say about a manga. I have a manga review about ready but I'm only to 563 words.
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ANN_Bamboo
ANN Contributor
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If you use OpenOffice, you can save as a .DOC file, which would be the same as a Word document. Both WordPad and Notepad save as .txt. |
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TheCrescent
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Would these reviews be used in one of the columns such as Shelf Life or would they be in the Encyclopedia section (or elsewhere)? I didn't see any information on where the reviews would be posted. The reason I ask is that I'd like to make sure my submission follows the style used for that portion of the site.
Thank you very much, Crescent |
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Zac
ANN Executive Editor
 Posts: 7912 Location: Anime News Network Technodrome |
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They will be posted on the right column like all our other full-length reviews. I have to be honest here - if you're not even familiar enough with the site to know where these reviews would be posted, I would rethink applying for the job. Also - nobody applying for this position will ever be writing for Shelf Life. That column is written by Bamboo Dong, and nobody else. |
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biliano
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So does that mean if/when Bamboo leaves Anime News Network, Shelf Life will be gone? No offense, but I'm afraid you're going to disappoint and/or alienate a lot of your readers if/when that day comes. |
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ANN_Bamboo
ANN Contributor
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Dude, guys, I'm not dead yet. Y'all are talking like I'm on the verge of death or something. I am very much alive and kicking and plan on doing Shelf Life for a really friggin' long time. We're talking years here. If/when the day comes that I decide to stop doing Shelf Life, matters will be assessed then. But that's like, years from now so let's not start planning my funeral yet. Matter at hand: full-length reviews. ;p |
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TheCrescent
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My apologies that I came off as unfamiliar with the site. I visit here regularly but I always think of this site as an anime and manga review site so I wanted clarification which section within the site was looking for reviewers. It was clear that this wasn't an application for a columnist, but I used one of the columns as an example because of the very strong and enjoyable style/voice of the writer. I know your time is valuable and did not wish to waste it by sending articles that would definitely not fit your needs. I'd much rather ask a potentially dumb question up front rather than make an assumption and find out I was wrong later on. Thank you very much for your time. I appreciate you clearing up my confusion. Have a great day, Crescent 
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biliano
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 I'm sorry. I didn't mean to jump the gun like that. Zac explained it to me privately and I already apologized to him for my actions, so I promise that I won't do something this stupid ever again.
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Cyborg 009
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If that day ever comes though, which I doubt, Shelf Life won't disappear. It would be taken over by another person, like Zac or someone else.
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Zalis116
Moderator
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Hmmmmmmmmm...I don't know, I prepared notes for 1 DVD, 1 manga review, both relatively average reviews with highlights on the good and the bad. But,
A) While it'd be fun and I don't care about the money, I might not have the time to commit to it and remain carefree/sane. B) If news of my "unsavory activities" got around, it might make ANN look bad vis-a-vis The Industry, and I wouldn't want to have that happen. So, I'll just stick to My Anime for now. |
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IchigoKurosaki
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Are we going to be able to submit reviews up until 11:59 August 21st?
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