“Programmers in Training” Membership Application
This packet is designed to inform you of what the Association for Campus Entertainment
does, but more importantly the general expectations as a Programmer in Training Crew
member. The Association for Campus Entertainment is one of the most active organizations
on campus, and is staffed by students who coordinate entertainment and activities for
students.
ACE offers UNCW students a one of a kind learning opportunity. Programmers in Training,
or “PIT Crew”, will be an extension of that opportunity available to all interested students.
You will get a chance to have hands-on experiences event planning and gain exceptional
leadership and delegation skills that can transfer into future careers. Learn the ropes with us
while making a big difference in the UNCW community and your fellow students’
experience.
ACE is a student organization that serves the UNCW community as their primary
programming entity, meaning that we are committed to providing educational, entertaining,
and diverse programs and events for the enjoyment and enrichment of UNCW students,
faculty, and staff.
Past Programs Include:
Last Seahawk Standing
Midnight Madness Fan Jam
The Buried Life
ACE’s Big Spring Show
Homecoming week activities
Concert on the Commons
Hawk-In: 24-Hour Movie Marathon
Rocky Horror Picture Show
By participating in the PIT Crew program you will learn what it takes to create an event
from booking, to advertising, to hospitality. If you have any further questions regarding PIT
Crew, or the application process, please feel free to contact me!
Sincerely,
Cameron Burroughs
Association for Campus Entertainment - Vice President of Membership
ccb4502@uncw.edu
ACE Office Phone: 910-962-3842
What is P.I.T. Crew?
Programmers in Training (PIT Crew) is a five-week new member training program where you
will have the opportunity to experience each of the five ACE committee’s diverse programs.
Attached you will find a description of each committee. PIT crew offers you the opportunity to
learn all facets of programming and event planning and after completing the five-week program
you will be ready to utilize your knowledge and skills to bring memorable ACE events to campus
for all of UNCW to enjoy.
What types of people is ACE looking for?
We are looking for dedicated and self-motivated team members. ACE’s motto when
interviewing applicants is that anyone is trainable. We do not seek applicants who have all
the skills and all the answers, but those who can positively contribute as a team player and hard
worker.
As a member of the fall 2012 PIT Crew you will be expected to:
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Attend all weekly PIT Crew meetings
Attend ACE Leadership Workshop on Saturday, February 9, 2012 from 10:00-2:00pm
Attend at least 2 different committee meetings within the 5 week training period
Turn in all committee meeting and event verifications on time
Volunteer at a minimum of one event within the 5 week training period
Meet with your OC mentor at least once during your 5-week training period
Important Dates
ACE Info/Interest Meeting
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Wednesday, January 23, 2013 – 6:00-7:00pm – Wrightsville Beach room
PIT Crew Applications Due
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Wednesday, January 30h, 2013 – by 5pm – to CAIC Office Involvement Specialist, Fisher
Student Center
PIT Crew Meetings (Azalea Coast Room, FUU upstairs)
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Wednesday, February 6, 2013– 6:00-7:30pm
Saturday, February 9, 2013 – 10:00-2:00pm (Wrightsville/Azalea Coast Room)
Wednesday, February 13th, 2013 – 6:00-7:30pm
Wednesday, February 20th, 2013– 6:00-7:30pm
Wednesday, February 27, 2013 -6:00-7:30 pm
Wednesday, March 13th, 2013 – 6:00-7:30pm
PIT Crew Membership Application
Application Due: January 30, 2013. Please return typed application to CAIC office
Involvement Specialist – 2nd floor, Fisher Student Center by 5:00pm.
Personal Information
Full Name: _________________________________________________
UNCW E-mail: ______________________________________________
Phone: ____________________________________________________
Major: ____________________________________________________
G.P.A.: ________
Year in School:
Shirt Size: ______
Freshman
Have you applied before?
Sophomore
Junior
Yes
No
Senior
What are you currently involved in at UNCW?
Out of these choices, rank in order (1 being the highest, 6 being the lowest) which
committees you are most interested in.
___ Spirit
___ Concerts
___ Film
___ Voice
___ Comedy
____ Boseman
Essay Questions
1.) Why are you interested in joining PIT Crew and how did you hear about PIT
Crew/ACE?
2.) What past experiences and/or skills do you feel would make you a valuable asset
to the Association for Campus Entertainment?
3.) Any ideas for events, both large and small, that you would like to see on campus?
4.) What do you hope to gain or learn from being involved with PIT Crew/ACE?
Express Yourself
This is an opportunity for you to show us characteristics about yourself, such as: work
ethic, career interests, leadership qualities, creativity…Please choose one of the
following to answer.
1) Compose page 86 of your autobiography.
2) Choose and explain the theme song for the sitcom about your life.
3) If you could read the book of your life, which chapter would you turn to first,
and why?
*Disclaimer: Emailed applications will not be considered. All information provided will remain confidential.