If you are using one of the luggage trolleys, please return it when you've finished as there is a finite supply and other people need to use them.
The Closing Ceremony is about to begin. If you are not able to make it into our main stage (we are sorry, but capacity limits mean we can't squeeze all of you in!), then you can watch our Live Stream! https://confuzzled.tv/live.html
Note this program will NOT be on hotel TV. If you suffer issues with the hotel WiFi, we do apologise. It may be possible to try over mobile data.
Note this program will NOT be on hotel TV. If you suffer issues with the hotel WiFi, we do apologise. It may be possible to try over mobile data.
So far, our charity total for Gentleshaw is already at: £20,430.80 - and there's still more coming in! THANK YOU SO MUCH!
Oh, and another £4,000 just fell into the pot ;)
We're also pleased to announce our first GoH for 2020; Adler the Eagle! :D
If your journey home from the con involves the M6 , be aware that there are currently SEVERE DELAYS affecting BOTH carriageways due to an accident where the M6 Toll merges Southbound and a lorry shedding its load Northbound.
The Dead Dog Party has NOW STARTED in the Nightclub.
ALLERGY WARNING: May contain CHEESE
ALLERGY WARNING: May contain CHEESE
We too have noticed that your room signs have gone missing.
We too have had room signs go missing.
We are investigating this urgently.
We'll let you know more as soon as the investigation is completed.
In the meantime, we apologise for this, and will work to get it rectified.
We too have had room signs go missing.
We are investigating this urgently.
We'll let you know more as soon as the investigation is completed.
In the meantime, we apologise for this, and will work to get it rectified.
It seems the missing door signs were accidentally removed by housekeeping. We're assured it's not because they secretly desire a swift return to normalcy.
If yours is missing, please check with the concierge. :)
If yours is missing, please check with the concierge. :)
Our current updated charity total: £29,028.60.
We challenged you to double the £12,000 they needed to rebuild, and we had no hesitation that you could do it.
We're so proud of all of you. ♥
We challenged you to double the £12,000 they needed to rebuild, and we had no hesitation that you could do it.
We're so proud of all of you. ♥
The Little Lounge (York) will close and start being torn down following the Dead Dog.
Anything left behind is liable to end up in Lost Property and you will need to pay the postage cost for its return!
Anything left behind is liable to end up in Lost Property and you will need to pay the postage cost for its return!
Our feedback forms are NOW OPEN!
Whether it's praise, a complaint, or just a general idea. We want to hear it!
Our feedback form can be found here: https://www.surveymonkey.co.uk/r/VJPZNKS
You can complete the form as many times as you like, for each area of the convention for which you might want to share feedback (this helps us get your feedback to the right people).
We also have a satisfaction survey for our venue, the Hilton Birmingham Metropole!
You'll find it here: https://www.surveymonkey.co.uk/r/VW8DLVH
Completing this will help us & the venue deliver the very best for you, and identify any areas for improvement!
Thank you for your time in completing these! :)
Whether it's praise, a complaint, or just a general idea. We want to hear it!
Our feedback form can be found here: https://www.surveymonkey.co.uk/r/VJPZNKS
You can complete the form as many times as you like, for each area of the convention for which you might want to share feedback (this helps us get your feedback to the right people).
We also have a satisfaction survey for our venue, the Hilton Birmingham Metropole!
You'll find it here: https://www.surveymonkey.co.uk/r/VW8DLVH
Completing this will help us & the venue deliver the very best for you, and identify any areas for improvement!
Thank you for your time in completing these! :)
We're still open for feedback! If you have thoughts, comments, compliments or complaints, please read the above post on how to send it to us.
Also, don't forget the Hotel satisfaction survey too!
Thank you!
Also, don't forget the Hotel satisfaction survey too!
Thank you!
The next convention may still be a long way off - but we're already recruiting for next year!
Are you reasonably fit?
Do you like putting things in vans and taking them out again?
Do you like wearing high visibility clothing?
Do you want to help the convention whilst still having time to relax during it?
Are you available to help from Thursday 21st May to Wednesday 27th May?
If the answer to all of these questions is yes, you may be just the person we're looking for!
Falling within the realm of Support Services for the convention, Strike Force is primarily responsible for loading and unloading convention equipment at our storage locations and the venue and assisting other teams with initial setup of the event spaces. As such, the majority
of our work takes place before Opening Ceremonies and after Closing Ceremonies, leaving the rest of the convention free for you to relax.
We’ll provide the high visibility vests and gloves, but you’ll need to provide your own sturdy shoes or boots (safety toe caps are optional) and be reasonably fit. It’s not like competing in a marathon, but you will be on your feet for most of the day and some of the equipment has a mass exceeding 20kg (though we ensure at least two members of the team are involved in lifting the heavier items).
For your first year you'll be a volunteer on the team, which gives us a chance to see how well you work with the rest of the staff and crew, and you a chance to see if you enjoy helping out in the department you've offered to assist. If all goes well, you might be asked to join up to crew level for the following year.
If you’re interested in joining the team, fill out the application form and make sure to check the “Setup & Teardown Staff” box.
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdtfTVM5wQl4Qq6oseuZohIiRDVsjjIFAkCQNw4ksm_Pfa2Mw/viewform?c=0&w=1
Are you reasonably fit?
Do you like putting things in vans and taking them out again?
Do you like wearing high visibility clothing?
Do you want to help the convention whilst still having time to relax during it?
Are you available to help from Thursday 21st May to Wednesday 27th May?
If the answer to all of these questions is yes, you may be just the person we're looking for!
Falling within the realm of Support Services for the convention, Strike Force is primarily responsible for loading and unloading convention equipment at our storage locations and the venue and assisting other teams with initial setup of the event spaces. As such, the majority
of our work takes place before Opening Ceremonies and after Closing Ceremonies, leaving the rest of the convention free for you to relax.
We’ll provide the high visibility vests and gloves, but you’ll need to provide your own sturdy shoes or boots (safety toe caps are optional) and be reasonably fit. It’s not like competing in a marathon, but you will be on your feet for most of the day and some of the equipment has a mass exceeding 20kg (though we ensure at least two members of the team are involved in lifting the heavier items).
For your first year you'll be a volunteer on the team, which gives us a chance to see how well you work with the rest of the staff and crew, and you a chance to see if you enjoy helping out in the department you've offered to assist. If all goes well, you might be asked to join up to crew level for the following year.
If you’re interested in joining the team, fill out the application form and make sure to check the “Setup & Teardown Staff” box.
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdtfTVM5wQl4Qq6oseuZohIiRDVsjjIFAkCQNw4ksm_Pfa2Mw/viewform?c=0&w=1
Google Docs
ConFuzzled Recruitment Application Form 2021
Please provide as much information as you can on this application form so that we can make an informed decision regarding your application to work with ConFuzzled. Once your application has been submitted, it will be reviewed by our team and we'll get back…
Your Photoshoot pictures from ConFuzzled 2019 are ready!
You can view them here, and save them with the Download button on each image!
https://photos.confuzzled.org.uk/f582333043
You can view them here, and save them with the Download button on each image!
https://photos.confuzzled.org.uk/f582333043
We've got two new jobs open for applications! Please read on though for the details of these new roles!
Application form can be found here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdtfTVM5wQl4Qq6oseuZohIiRDVsjjIFAkCQNw4ksm_Pfa2Mw/viewform?c=0&w=1
NOTE: Applications will close in two weeks (17th August 2019).
Head of Theming
The head of theming will be responsible for the coordination of the theming department, overseeing projects and dealing with associated administration, including but not limited to: Liaison with the venue, health and safety, ConFuzzled departments and executive team where appropriate, organising and arranging hire and use of props and ensuring theming is appropriate, placed and removed on time as well as being correctly located.
As head of theming, you will have certain activities to organise prior to, and after the convention, including;
+Provide feedback to the directors and executive team about potential future themes and their practicalities based on costs, time constraints and any other factors
+Planning and coordination of props and theming materials.
+Researching costs and sources for the hire of props and theming material.
+Oversee and submit relevant Health & Safety documentation in a timely manner.
+Liaise with stores to coordinate and keep track of stored theming materials.
+Being able to be creative when it comes to building props that fit with the theme.
Also, during the convention, you will further be responsible for;
+Installation of theming materials on windows/doors around the convention space.
+Liaise with prop hire and ConFuzzled finance team to coordinate delivery and any assistance from other teams such as Strike Force to help with moving items if needed.
+Coordination of props in con space (such as the giant NES controller or arcade cabinets)
No specific qualifications are required, however the correct person for this role will need to possess the following key skills:
+Excellent communication skills
+Experience or Good maths and literacy skills
+Experienced and good solver of problems
+Be creative with materials
+Have the ability to work under pressure
+Experience or attributes to successfully manage a team of volunteers
+Experience in building and creation of props
Design & Theming Administrator
The Design & Theming Administrator will assist with administrative tasks and workload as designated by the Head of Department for both the Design department and Theming department.
This will include but may not be limited to: coordinating budgets, liaising with other ConFuzzled departments and external organisations, helping the respective Heads of Department manage deadlines and completing general administrative tasks for them.
You will have certain activities to organise prior to, and after the convention, including;
+Liaise with the Heads of Department and keeping them updated regarding any actions or tasks they request
+Keep records and documentation as appropriate in accordance with ConFuzzled operating procedures and the law
+Liaise with external agencies where required by the Heads of Department
+Liaise with ConFuzzled departments where needed
+Attending and minuting meetings where necessary at the request of the Heads of +Department for Design or Theming.
Also, during the convention, you will further be responsible for;
+Completion and/or maintenance of administrative records at the request of the +Heads of Department for Design or Theming
+Liaison with the Heads of Department for Design or Theming and where requested, on their behalf with other departments or agencies.
No specific qualifications are required, however the correct person for this role will need to possess the following key skills:
+Excellent communications skills,
+Good time management skills,
+Experience or competency with IT systems such as google and trello,
+Ability to work under pressure
Application form can be found here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdtfTVM5wQl4Qq6oseuZohIiRDVsjjIFAkCQNw4ksm_Pfa2Mw/viewform?c=0&w=1
NOTE: Applications will close in two weeks (17th August 2019).
Head of Theming
The head of theming will be responsible for the coordination of the theming department, overseeing projects and dealing with associated administration, including but not limited to: Liaison with the venue, health and safety, ConFuzzled departments and executive team where appropriate, organising and arranging hire and use of props and ensuring theming is appropriate, placed and removed on time as well as being correctly located.
As head of theming, you will have certain activities to organise prior to, and after the convention, including;
+Provide feedback to the directors and executive team about potential future themes and their practicalities based on costs, time constraints and any other factors
+Planning and coordination of props and theming materials.
+Researching costs and sources for the hire of props and theming material.
+Oversee and submit relevant Health & Safety documentation in a timely manner.
+Liaise with stores to coordinate and keep track of stored theming materials.
+Being able to be creative when it comes to building props that fit with the theme.
Also, during the convention, you will further be responsible for;
+Installation of theming materials on windows/doors around the convention space.
+Liaise with prop hire and ConFuzzled finance team to coordinate delivery and any assistance from other teams such as Strike Force to help with moving items if needed.
+Coordination of props in con space (such as the giant NES controller or arcade cabinets)
No specific qualifications are required, however the correct person for this role will need to possess the following key skills:
+Excellent communication skills
+Experience or Good maths and literacy skills
+Experienced and good solver of problems
+Be creative with materials
+Have the ability to work under pressure
+Experience or attributes to successfully manage a team of volunteers
+Experience in building and creation of props
Design & Theming Administrator
The Design & Theming Administrator will assist with administrative tasks and workload as designated by the Head of Department for both the Design department and Theming department.
This will include but may not be limited to: coordinating budgets, liaising with other ConFuzzled departments and external organisations, helping the respective Heads of Department manage deadlines and completing general administrative tasks for them.
You will have certain activities to organise prior to, and after the convention, including;
+Liaise with the Heads of Department and keeping them updated regarding any actions or tasks they request
+Keep records and documentation as appropriate in accordance with ConFuzzled operating procedures and the law
+Liaise with external agencies where required by the Heads of Department
+Liaise with ConFuzzled departments where needed
+Attending and minuting meetings where necessary at the request of the Heads of +Department for Design or Theming.
Also, during the convention, you will further be responsible for;
+Completion and/or maintenance of administrative records at the request of the +Heads of Department for Design or Theming
+Liaison with the Heads of Department for Design or Theming and where requested, on their behalf with other departments or agencies.
No specific qualifications are required, however the correct person for this role will need to possess the following key skills:
+Excellent communications skills,
+Good time management skills,
+Experience or competency with IT systems such as google and trello,
+Ability to work under pressure
Google Docs
ConFuzzled Recruitment Application Form 2021
Please provide as much information as you can on this application form so that we can make an informed decision regarding your application to work with ConFuzzled. Once your application has been submitted, it will be reviewed by our team and we'll get back…
Huge News! Our new website with all the deets for ConFuzzled 2020 is launching tonight at 8PM UK time!
Our new website is LIVE! Go check out www.confuzzled.org.uk for all the information on ConFuzzled 2020
Plus: REGISTRATION: This will be opening Friday 11th October 8PM BST - mark your diaries! ;)
Plus: REGISTRATION: This will be opening Friday 11th October 8PM BST - mark your diaries! ;)
Hey everyone! We're hiring!
Want to join the ConFuzzled staff? We have an opening for the HR lead role. Follow the link to read more details and apply. Closing date is 7th October.
https://2020.confuzzled.org.uk/2019/09/23/were-hiring-hr-lead/
Want to join the ConFuzzled staff? We have an opening for the HR lead role. Follow the link to read more details and apply. Closing date is 7th October.
https://2020.confuzzled.org.uk/2019/09/23/were-hiring-hr-lead/
2020.confuzzled.org.uk
ConFuzzled 2020 » We’re Hiring: HR Lead
We're hiring! Want to jump right to the application form? GO HERE! Please read on though for the details of the new role! We'll be open for applications for two weeks from today (7th October) HR LEAD The main responsibility of the HR Lead is to implement…
Registration opens 11th October at 8PM UK Time. Have you planned out your registration strategy? We've posted up a few tips (which may be especially useful if you've not registered for ConFuzzled before) here: https://2020.confuzzled.org.uk/2019/09/26/how-to-register-for-confuzzled-a-few-tips/
Be sure to have a read, and plan out the options you'll be choosing.
Be sure to have a read, and plan out the options you'll be choosing.
2020.confuzzled.org.uk
ConFuzzled 2020 » How to register for ConFuzzled, a few tips
For those new to ConFuzzled (or even for old-hands wanting a refresh), it's important to have your registration plan nailed down! Why? Well, ConFuzzled is now large enough that we get a huge number of registrations immediately, the moment we open! That means…