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How are ATS Moderators chosen?

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posted on May, 4 2015 @ 06:09 PM
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If you can get through this...

...you might be considered for moderator. I can't tell you what the next level entails. It is forbidden to speak of it.
edit on 5/4/2015 by Klassified because: grammar




posted on May, 4 2015 @ 06:10 PM
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originally posted by: SLAYER69
a reply to: beezzer


beez

If the day ever came for your Moderdum I already had an Avatar picked out for you




That gets a triple LOL



posted on May, 4 2015 @ 06:11 PM
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a reply to: Klassified

The second phase cant be spoken of as it involves 5 T&C violations



posted on May, 4 2015 @ 06:16 PM
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It must be super-secret. We have yet to hear from a single Moderator or Super-Moderator on this. How many ARE there anyway?



posted on May, 4 2015 @ 06:17 PM
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Or did we already hear from them, but we were forced to take the "eye exam" afterwards? The last thing I remember is a little girl with quantum physics books...

a reply to: IAMTAT


edit on 4-5-2015 by DuckforcoveR because: thumbs



posted on May, 4 2015 @ 06:19 PM
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a reply to: SLAYER69

Buddy just as long as it's never this picture. . . .




posted on May, 4 2015 @ 06:19 PM
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originally posted by: IAMTAT
Did ATS contact them? or vice-versa?


They contacted me. I don't know the criteria... but I suppose it has to do with posting history and respecting the T&Cs of the board, but I really have no idea.



Do Moderators get any special perks or remunerations for their moderation?


No. Unless it's changed since I was a mod. LOL! (If so, I want back in!) I stopped because I simply wasn't enjoying my experience of ATS as much - as a mod as opposed to as a member. It's a big responsibility and I found myself self-censoring, because I didn't want to be a jerk. I stepped down and it was all cool.

I think super moderators are mods who have earned their red cape.



posted on May, 4 2015 @ 06:19 PM
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originally posted by: Hoosierdaddy71
Well if this website is ran like every company I've ever worked for , then they just find the least qualified people and put them in charge.


I really wanted to give you a star for that LOL

Cheers - Dave



posted on May, 4 2015 @ 06:20 PM
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a reply to: IAMTAT

Well just for fun I'll take a stab as to the difference between moderator and super,

My guess is a moderator is assigned to a specific forum or several forums, while a super would be able to moderate site wide.

Let's see how close I am lol



posted on May, 4 2015 @ 06:21 PM
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The only way to get a reaction of a mod is.....make a wrong reply :-)



posted on May, 4 2015 @ 06:22 PM
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originally posted by: beezzer
a reply to: SLAYER69

Buddy just as long as it's never this picture. . . .





Still has that pinup on the inside of his locker door...



posted on May, 4 2015 @ 06:22 PM
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originally posted by: IAMTAT
Hi,
I've often wondered how ATS chooses it's moderators and then, what actually differentiates a 'Moderator' from a 'SUPER Moderator'?
I've been on ATS for some time now, and seen members become mods.
Did ATS contact them? or vice-versa?
And why aren't truly legendary members such as Phage or Beezzer at least moderators, given their widespread popularity, expertise and experience from years of contributions to ATS?

Do Moderators get any special perks or remunerations for their moderation?

Perhaps some Moderators or Super Moderators could share their experience.

Thanks. I am assuming other members probably share my curiosity regarding these questions.


From what I understand, it is largely based on your reputation, account age, number of posts/comments and by invitation only.. and if I remember correct when I once asked that same question directly of a moderator.. I was told that it's kind of put up to a vote and I don't know if the process has changed..

But you're suggested, considered and it's a group decision .. I am purely speculating after that but I imagine you probably have a probation period.

edit on 5/4/2015 by miniatus because: (no reason given)



posted on May, 4 2015 @ 06:23 PM
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I'm pretty sure that's it, I read it not long ago while surfing around one night (because I was curious). The supers have the ability to roam.

a reply to: caterpillage




posted on May, 4 2015 @ 06:26 PM
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a reply to: Benevolent Heretic

Yeah..I could see how it might become more work than play. Thanks, BH.

Uh oh...I must be askin' too many questions...a couple of 'Men in Black' are coming up my walkway.



posted on May, 4 2015 @ 06:28 PM
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a reply to: IAMTAT

Relax

Just Jehovah witnesses, Do what I do..

Answer the door in the nude and ask them in.



posted on May, 4 2015 @ 06:28 PM
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a reply to: IAMTAT

Of Course and the secret ATS handshake!



posted on May, 4 2015 @ 06:31 PM
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a reply to: SLAYER69

Be careful what you wish for!



posted on May, 4 2015 @ 06:35 PM
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I think you have to go a week without pissing off a mod.

Pretty sure I've made it to 5.



posted on May, 4 2015 @ 06:37 PM
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originally posted by: IAMTAT
a reply to: Night Star

Why did you stop, Night Star? Was it for a limited time only?


We are going back many years here. The forums have either closed or died down or I wanted to spend more time here and not have to worry about another place. Just recently was asked to be a mod elsewhere, but I can't leave my precious time here. LO I'm addicted.



posted on May, 4 2015 @ 06:39 PM
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All the best mods here have an edge to them that does not go unappreciated. It shows and its a very good thing IMO. So beezzer....... you would do well I think !



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