TiBB Apprentice 2008: Applications Thread (Closed, Update)

[Matt]

TIBB DOES THE APPRENTICE IS BACK!

It was one of the most popular TiBB reality shows to take place last year, and now TiBB Apprentice is back for a second run.

In September, a number of contestants (to be confirmed) will compete in a number of tasks to win a virtual job* at TiBB Towers, the behind-the-scenes area of TiBB where the moderators run the forum.

Forum admin James, and his associates, will be doing the hiring and firing - but the forum public will get some input too.

*Note that the winner will not actually win a job on TiBB, this is a just-for-fun game


WE NEED YOU!

If you would like to take part in the new series of TiBB Apprentice, then you can now apply for the show.

All you have to do to apply is reply to this thread, clearly stating that you are interested in becoming a contestant. Alternatively, you can U2U me (Matt) to register your interest. (If you choose to U2U me, please make the subject of the U2U 'TiBB Apprentice Application' so I can differentiate it from other U2Us.)

Applicants will need to be available for up to three weeks in September to take part in themed forum-based tasks. Candidates are not required to provide pictures of themselves.

Ex-contestants may not apply.

Applications are open until further notice, so what are you waiting for? Apply today!

[Conor]

Ohh, I'll sign up! :thumbs2:

[Magic]

I'm interested, I would love to do this!

[Sam]

I won't be hosting this series because of lack of time but I know Matt will make a great successor. However, i hosted the first and know it was fun to present and watch. I really suggest you apply as it is a great game, what have you got to lose? :bigsmile:

[xDramatick]

I'm interested. <3

[Matt]

Originally posted by Darenn
I'm interested. <3

I know, I know... :tongue::tongue:

[Shaun]

Hmm. It's the only TiBB reality thing I haven't done.

Do I have some dignity or complete the set? :tongue:

[Matt]

Originally posted by Shaun

Do I have some dignity or complete the set? :tongue:

Reality *****s are more than welcome :wink:

[Shaun]

Okay, consider me applying :tongue:

[Sam!]

I'd like to. :D!!

[Matt]

Not doing too badly so far - anybody else interested? :spin:

[Nicky.]

I am I am :D x
I love doin virtual things =) x

Count me in please =) x

:kiss:

[Matt]

Any more people fancy registering their interest? :P

[Princess]

Oooh I'd love to do this but I'm starting uni in late September/early October.

How long is it on for?

edit:If its just 3 weeks,I'll apply!(I just re-read)

[Emilee]

What type of tasks is it??

I would apply, but the problem is i do have a life outside of Tibb, and if its like "All contestants must be online at 8pm tonight" it might not work for me, so maybe i won't sign up.

[Matt]

Originally posted by Princess
Oooh I'd love to do this but I'm starting uni in late September/early October.

How long is it on for?

Two-three weeks (exact duration TBC) in late September/early October :sad:

[ProjectWeirdo]

Count me in!! =D

I'd love to be a contestant... thins like this are wicked. ^.^

[Matt]

Originally posted by Emilee
What type of tasks is it??

I would apply, but the problem is i do have a life outside of Tibb, and if its like "All contestants must be online at 8pm tonight" it might not work for me, so maybe i won't sign up.

Generally, they're all forum based - tasks last year included coming up with new features for the forum, starting popular sections on the forum and designing team identities.

There may be some instances where we need contestants online (live shows etc.), but generally the tasks span two or three days so you can come and go as you please.

[Emilee]

Okay. I'll apply! :bigsmile:

[Matt]

Great! :spin:

Any more people want to register their interest?

[Arneldo]

I'm intrested :spin2:

[Hugo]

I'm interested. I apply. :spin2:

[Loukas]

WOW! Loads of people want to do it! Should be great!! :cheer2:

[Benji]

It was really good last Years Apprentice!

Am i still allowed to be a contestant, as i was only a researve and took part for only a few days last year.

Get back to me - it was definately fun last time and it will be again, im sure!

[Matt]

Originally posted by Benji

Am i still allowed to be a contestant, as i was only a researve and took part for only a few days last year.

Unfortunately, ex-contestants are not allowed to take part. Sorry :(

[Ross]

What do you do?

How do you do The Apprentice on a forum?

[Conzors]

Im Interetsed.

Ill have to research it though.

Never whtched apprentice before.

But i want to something with my brain on TiBB this year ;)

[Matt]

Originally posted by Ross
What do you do?

How do you do The Apprentice on a forum?

Basically, it's a light-hearted game for the Big Brother off season which sees a number of members take part in a number of tasks over a set amount of time. The contestants are split into two teams.

They are competing for a virtual job at TiBB Towers (but it is a virtual job, so there is actually no job to be won).

These tasks are forum-based. Tasks from the last series included designing a team identity and creating popular sections on the forum.

At the end of every task, the losing team are called into 'The Boardroom', where forum admin James fires a contestant. At the end of the series a winner is picked.

As with most of the games on the forum, there is no real prize, but last year's winner (me, by coincedence :laugh:) recieved a TiBB Award and 5 positive karma.

[Ross]

Is it too late to sign up?

Is it a problem if I work 5 days a week.. and usually finish around 7pm? x

[Matt]

Nope it's not :thumbs:

I don't think it's a problem, but if anything changes I'll let you know :spin:

[GhettoSuperstar]

I'm sure I have applied for this! :cat:

[MrGaryy]

How do I apply?

[MrGaryy]

Never mind!

I'd like to apply please!

[Matt]

Thank you for applying :)

I would like it if more girls could apply - not that being male puts you at a disadvantage, but I'd like to have an equal gender balance in the final line up :spin2:

[MrGaryy]

I can change my gender on the control panel if it helps, lol!

[AngRemembered]

Yeah, count me in it's about time someone over 44 got a chance at something ...lol

[Sam1994]

Can I apply?

[Matt]

Originally posted by Sam1994
Can I apply?

Yep :)

[andybigbro]

I done it last time.
I got out quite early. I missed something and went straight ot the boardroom and i GOT fired :shocked: lol

It was fun when i did the task i was in, Wish i stayed longer. But i would recomend this to people.

[Matt]

Originally posted by andybigbro

I got out quite early. I missed something and went straight ot the boardroom and i GOT fired :shocked: lol

Hehe, it's a harsh game :sad:

Ahh, memories... lol

[Sam!]

I have applied yeh :) Just to confirm.

[Matt]

Originally posted by Scampi
I have applied yeh :) Just to confirm.

Indeed you have :bigsmile:

Applications are open until further notice - updates will be posted in this thread as and when they are available.

[Sam!]

Cheers :)

[Gemmer-x]

Applied :D

[Sam!]

I feel like such a Tibbcelebritywannabe lol, applying for two forum games at once. Wooah. lol

[Matt]

Keep applying! :wink::tongue:

[Hugo]

Originally posted by Scampi
I feel like such a Tibbcelebritywannabe lol, applying for two forum games at once. Wooah. lol

lmao

[Matt]

Update

I have worked out preliminary dates for TiBB Apprentice 2008, which are:
Launch - 12th September
Final - 3rd October

If any applicants so far are NOT available between these dates, it unfortunately means you won't be able to take part. Sorry :sad:

(If this is the case, please withdraw your application in this thread or by U2U. Thanks :)

[Tom]

I'm interested :colour:

I won't last but it will still be good fun!

[Shaun]

Oh no, I'm washing my hair on 12th September! :bawling:

[Matt]

Originally posted by Shaun
Oh no, I'm washing my hair on 12th September! :bawling:

I think we can allow for hair washing :wink:

[Arneldo]

Oh no, I'm washing Shaun's hair on 12th September! :bawling:

[Firewire]

I would really love to do this. Can I sign up please?

[SilentMissile08]

Can i sign up aswell pease?

Thanks

[Sam]

I'm really busy around that time.. I think i'm on holiday but when I hosted it was great fun for everyone, so i'll try to keep updated when its on. Good luck to everyone.

[TheMac]

I would love to do this.

[Matt]

Update

Applications close Monday at 6pm.

This is your last chance to register your interest for the show this year.

[TiBU]

Can I apply, even if I am new :wink:?

[Tom4784]

I think I might have applied already but I'm not sure... Either way I'll apply!

[Magic]

I applied once, and I hope I get it!

[Matt]

Applications are now closed.

Those who registered their interest will now be whittled down. Please note that I reserve the right to recruit contestants who didnt 'audition'.

More information will be available in due course.

Thanks :)

[Shaun]

Oooh.

*plays the tense music before people go into the Board Room*

[MrGaryy]

Cool! Really Hope I Get In!

[Magic]

I really hope I get this, it will be my first TiBB show.

[Matt]

Update

The people who have made the Top 16 shortlist have now been informed via U2U or MSN.

If you haven't been told otherwise, this unfortunately means you haven't been chosen as a contestant. There is still, however, a very slight chance that you may be called up as a reserve.

Thanks to everyone who applied to be a contestant. :bigsmile:

[MrGaryy]

BULLSHIT! Ugh this is making me want to kill meself . . . :tongue:

[Marc]

haha I'd be good at this, what do you normally do? talk about business type situations in a thread??

[KawaiiSakura1]

I'm interested. Can I apply

[Matt]

It's too late to apply unfortunately. Like I said above, the Top 16 applicants have been shortlisted.

Sorry guys! :sad:

[Marc]

Originally posted by Matt
It's too late to apply unfortunately. Like I said above, the Top 16 applicants have been shortlisted.

Sorry guys! :sad:

Oh I wasn't applying don't worry :tongue:

[Magic]

Originally posted by Matt
Update

The people who have made the Top 16 shortlist have now been informed via U2U or MSN.

If you haven't been told otherwise, this unfortunately means you haven't been chosen as a contestant. There is still, however, a very slight chance that you may be called up as a reserve.

Thanks to everyone who applied to be a contestant. :bigsmile:

Oh, exciting! :spin2:

[Conor]

I'm guessing all u2u's have been sent?

[Matt]

Originally posted by Conor
I'm guessing all u2u's have been sent?

Yes.

To clarify, all members that have not been told otherwise have not made it.

Sorry to those who didn't get through - I had a hard time choosing :laugh:

[Conor]

Oh well, only 365 days until series 3 :P