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Kingdom Calendar Officer Position Open for Applications

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Are you interested in helping out at the kingdom level? Are you passably good with computers? Do you like repetitive tasks? Do you enjoy a good fillable submission form?

If so, we invite you to apply for the esteemed role of Calendar Officer in the Kingdom of Avacal! 

Responsibilities:

  • Receiving and error-checking Event Submissions: Every official SCA event in Avacal needs to be submitted to the Calendar office. These submissions need to be checked-over before setting up their appropriate event pages
  • Setting up Event pages, on both the Avacal.org website and Facebook: The main job of the Calendar Officer is taking the submission forms and setting up the two official event pages for every event.
  • Helping Event Stewards through the Event Submission process: Sometimes there are submission errors that need addressing, some people are new to the submission process, the Calendar Officer helps guide the process where necessary.
  • Reporting to the Kingdom Seneschal: Quarterly reports are due before each Kingdom Curia meeting.

Qualifications:

  • Strong communication skills.
  • Regular computer and internet access.
  • Familiarity with Avacal’s Event Policy and applicable laws. 
  • Familiarity with using WordPress (or a willingness to learn)
  • Familiarity with the Society for Creative Anachronism (SCA) and its values.

Application Process: Interested candidates should email their letter of intent and relevant qualifications to Their Majesties of Avacal (at crown@avacal.org ) and our current Calendar Officer (at calendar@avacal.org ). If you’re interested in contributing to the events process in Avacal from the comfort of your home, we want to hear from you!

NMR increase

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The NMR (Non-Member Registration) fee has been increased by Society and will go from 5.00 to 10.00 on 1 April 2024.
Society relies on these funds to pay for the BOD expenses and it has not increased them in over 10 years. SCA.org has a fund for memberships if you need assistance. You can view the full announcement here.

YIS,
Wanda Edel
Seneschal, Avacal

Position: Arts and Sciences Minister

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Are you passionate about historical crafts, skills, and technologies? Do you love exploring the rich tapestry of pre-17th century culture? Are you eager to foster the study of period arts, crafts, and methods for creating historically accurate artifacts? If so, we invite you to apply for the esteemed role of Arts and Sciences Minister in the Kingdom of Avacal! 

🎨 Responsibilities:

  • Reporting to the Society on behalf of the Kingdom: Report quarterly to the Society Minister of Arts and Sciences
  • Promote Learning: Encourage and facilitate the study of period culture, technology, and artistic endeavors within our vibrant community.
  • Support Creativity: Inspire artisans, scholars, and enthusiasts to delve into historical practices, share knowledge, and create beautiful works.
  • Coordinate Activities: Collaborate with local branches, organize workshops, competitions, and A&S displays at events.

🔍 Qualifications:

  • Passion for service to the people and the arts in Avacal.
  • Strong organizational and communication skills.
  • Willingness to collaborate with fellow enthusiasts. 
  • Familiarity with the Society for Creative Anachronism (SCA) and its values.

📝 Application Process: Interested candidates should email their letter of intent and relevant qualifications to Their Majesties of Avacal, Their Heirs and  Viscountess Morrigan, OL, our current Arts and Sciences Minister, at artsci@avacal.org. If you’re ready to contribute to the vibrant cultural fabric of Avacal, we want to hear from you!

Viscountess Morrigan O.L.
Kingdom of Avacal
Minister of Arts & Sciences