Writers wanted
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Writers wanted
In an update post I mention that I am starting a magazine.
This means I need content contributors i.e. authors
The magazine working title is hack//make
Subject matter deals with the maker scene i.e. Arduino, making stuff from scratch, robotics, electronics, hacking hardware, etc..
Articles needed include:
* Projects
* Knowledge about anything to do with above
* Advertorials related to above
Deadline: 1 July 2016
Compensation:
Since this is an IOU for the first round, and I am trying to get crowdfunding, the best I can do right now is offer you things such as
* Free PDF issues of the mag
* Kudos
* etc
Of course when advertisers are on board and the thing is actually up and running then I can actually PAY you for your work in cash.
This means I need content contributors i.e. authors
The magazine working title is hack//make
Subject matter deals with the maker scene i.e. Arduino, making stuff from scratch, robotics, electronics, hacking hardware, etc..
Articles needed include:
* Projects
* Knowledge about anything to do with above
* Advertorials related to above
Deadline: 1 July 2016
Compensation:
Since this is an IOU for the first round, and I am trying to get crowdfunding, the best I can do right now is offer you things such as
* Free PDF issues of the mag
* Kudos
* etc
Of course when advertisers are on board and the thing is actually up and running then I can actually PAY you for your work in cash.
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Re: Writers wanted
I know you and I don't get along very much, but I would like to offer my services as sort of an international correspondent. I'd be quite happy to write you a column from over the big landmass that separates SA with UK. I have many contacts in the IT world, including a few hackers and if I can, I'd like to write you a few pieces. Only if you'll have me of course.
Also I think this is a very good initiative for you. It's impressive, and I wish you a lot of god fortune with it.
Also I think this is a very good initiative for you. It's impressive, and I wish you a lot of god fortune with it.
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Re: Writers wanted
I would like to read this, once it publishes.
Re: Writers wanted
See, now this becomes an issue for me.
I've written for newspapers, been interviewed before, interviewed others before, and can write in different formats.
But I have not the single hacking knowledge, know-how or even contact on my list. Most I have is friends who play "Hack This!" So if you have need of a proof reader or some other sort of part there, I can help, otherwise my knowledge is incredibly limited.
Please note: My english on the forums is my relaxed English. I am more focused when it comes to professional english
I've written for newspapers, been interviewed before, interviewed others before, and can write in different formats.
But I have not the single hacking knowledge, know-how or even contact on my list. Most I have is friends who play "Hack This!" So if you have need of a proof reader or some other sort of part there, I can help, otherwise my knowledge is incredibly limited.
Please note: My english on the forums is my relaxed English. I am more focused when it comes to professional english
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Re: Writers wanted
Thank you Raven. Much appreciated. I will try and get along with you from now on. If I am able to learn how to do other things I can learn how to get along with everyone here including you, despite my shortcomings.
@Hargan- Its' not just hacking... erm... how to explain it... its all aspects of the maker/hobbyist culture... the thing is these days the lines between hacking and making are somewhat blurred. Hence the logo for this project.
@Hargan- Its' not just hacking... erm... how to explain it... its all aspects of the maker/hobbyist culture... the thing is these days the lines between hacking and making are somewhat blurred. Hence the logo for this project.
Re: Writers wanted
Ahhh, I see. Alas, my skills are still.... very limited in this area. Unless you want the odd origami section, alas my hobbies tend less on the creation side of things
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Re: Writers wanted
Sure just remind me to give you a copy when its out.Valerion wrote:I would like to read this, once it publishes.
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Re: Writers wanted
So current state of play is:
Adagio - On board
RavenSong - On Board
Brutallis - On board
Adagio - On board
RavenSong - On Board
Brutallis - On board
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Re: Writers wanted
Woot!Randall wrote:So current state of play is:
Adagio - On board
RavenSong - On Board
Brutallis - On board
Greetings,
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Re: Writers wanted
Just so you know this thing hasn't hit a flat, I am just working my tail off with getting it off the ground.
Rest assured.
Rest assured.
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Re: Writers wanted
I'd like to do an article on working with RF and arduino. I noticed that there are really few good articles about it on the internet and a lot of details are missing. Not soon but eventually I haven't ever done professional writing but I'm sure I could convince Adagio to help
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Re: Writers wanted
Thank you
Writing doesn't have to be professional at all, its only the photography but I will do that
A large part of this project is automated thank goodness
Writing doesn't have to be professional at all, its only the photography but I will do that
A large part of this project is automated thank goodness
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Re: Writers wanted
The first project was completed today for this magazine
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Re: Writers wanted
This project has been picked up by one of the leading publishers (NOT Media24 thankfully)
I am awaiting their proposal but rest assured this is going well.
If this all works out, you will be able to buy the magazine from the same people that publish many of the household name publications out there.
I have done everything else, at the moment my time is occupied by writing articles, doing designs, drawing, and photography pertaining to content.
What I have learnt in this exercise:
The proper application of bleeds and slug
Why the ABC exists
Why people don't want to advertise, and plainly ignore me too
Why Media24 are douchebags
Why calameo/ISSUU are not for me
I am awaiting their proposal but rest assured this is going well.
If this all works out, you will be able to buy the magazine from the same people that publish many of the household name publications out there.
I have done everything else, at the moment my time is occupied by writing articles, doing designs, drawing, and photography pertaining to content.
What I have learnt in this exercise:
The proper application of bleeds and slug
Why the ABC exists
Why people don't want to advertise, and plainly ignore me too
Why Media24 are douchebags
Why calameo/ISSUU are not for me
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Re: Writers wanted
Oooh! I love salvage!
My LCD comes from an old welder!!
My LCD comes from an old welder!!
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Re: Writers wanted
We have two of these that we might want to re-purpose.
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Re: Writers wanted
Hmmm niiiice
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Re: Writers wanted
You might be borderline paranoid, but if have a goal, you have both the drive and the ability to get it done. I'm actually quite impressed.
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Re: Writers wanted
I took two days away from my computer. Primarily due to lack of sleep because of the incident explained in the "venting" section.
So yesterday afternoon I was able to sit down and look at things again.
I have managed to finish quite a nice style for this publication, so the overall theme is now complete and it looks nice.
I now need to export that to InDesign and then start adding content as there's already quite a bit to put in.
Nearly there
So yesterday afternoon I was able to sit down and look at things again.
I have managed to finish quite a nice style for this publication, so the overall theme is now complete and it looks nice.
I now need to export that to InDesign and then start adding content as there's already quite a bit to put in.
Nearly there