Sofalo's Staff App
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February 2, 2025 at 1:58 PM
Steam Name: Sofalo
Steam Profile: https://steamcommunity.com/profiles/76561198127620098/
Discord Username/ID: sofalo
Age: 35
Timezone: GST
Time Played: None on the server, (21k hours on gmod)
Are you V.I.P?: No
Do you have a mic and do you use it?: Yes
Staff Recommendations:
Slurmpy
Basic Questions:
Please list all of your in character names and ranks. Give a detailed description on your job and responsibilities.
- I currently do not have any characters.
Have you recieved any staff punishments? If so how can you improve next time?
No
Please explain the time period the server is set in:
To my knowledge it is 9AFE and its during the early days of the Galactic Empire.
Are you currently on any other servers?
Staffing Questions:
Do you have any staffing experience? If so list the server and position:
Revenant Networks - Super Administrator (UA)
Hadron Networks - Senior Administrator
Tyrant Networks - Super Administrator (UA)
MethRP - Senior Moderator
Why would you be a good fit to the staff team? [200 words]
I believe I would be a great fit for the staff team due to my extensive experience in moderation and administration across multiple Garry’s Mod servers. I have served as a Senior Administrator on Hadron and Revenant Networks, gaining firsthand experience in managing communities, enforcing rules fairly, and handling player concerns efficiently. My background in staffing roleplay servers has also given me a deep understanding of maintaining immersion while ensuring a positive and respectful environment for all players.
One of my strongest qualities is my ability to stay calm under pressure. Whether dealing with heated player disputes, handling rule breakers, or resolving complex situations, I always approach problems with a level-headed and professional mindset. I also excel in teamwork and communication, ensuring that I work collaboratively with fellow staff members to keep the server running smoothly.
Beyond enforcement, I am passionate about helping players and fostering a welcoming community. I believe that staff should not only punish rule-breakers but also educate and guide players to create a better experience for everyone. My goal is to contribute to the server’s growth by being an active, fair, and dedicated member of the team. I’d love the opportunity to bring my skills to this staff team.
Where do you see yourself a month after joining the staff team?
Within a Month of joining the Staff team, I hope to already be in good grace with the community have already established a sort of good reputation, and be able to eventually help with what I can on the server.
What do you wish to improve about the staff team and how do you plan to acomplish this? [200 words]
One area I would like to improve within the staff team is consistency in rule enforcement and player engagement. In many servers, staff teams sometimes struggle with maintaining uniform decision-making, leading to confusion among players. I plan to help streamline moderation practices by ensuring clear and fair application of rules across all situations, and working closely with the team to establish a shared understanding of guidelines. This can be achieved through internal discussions, staff meetings, and improved documentation of rule interpretations.
Additionally, I want to enhance staff-player interaction by encouraging a more approachable and community-oriented staff presence. Often, players view staff as enforcers rather than members of the community. By engaging with players outside of rule enforcement, whether through hosting events, answering questions, or simply being active in discussions, we can build trust and strengthen the player base.
I also believe in improving staff efficiency and teamwork through better communication tools, such as utilizing Discord or in-game systems more effectively. By fostering a supportive and collaborative staff environment, we can ensure that issues are resolved quickly and professionally. My goal is to help create a balanced, fair, and enjoyable experience for both players and staff alike.
Steam Profile: https://steamcommunity.com/profiles/76561198127620098/
Discord Username/ID: sofalo
Age: 35
Timezone: GST
Time Played: None on the server, (21k hours on gmod)
Are you V.I.P?: No
Do you have a mic and do you use it?: Yes
Staff Recommendations:
Slurmpy
Basic Questions:
Please list all of your in character names and ranks. Give a detailed description on your job and responsibilities.
- I currently do not have any characters.
Have you recieved any staff punishments? If so how can you improve next time?
No
Please explain the time period the server is set in:
To my knowledge it is 9AFE and its during the early days of the Galactic Empire.
Are you currently on any other servers?
Staffing Questions:
Do you have any staffing experience? If so list the server and position:
Revenant Networks - Super Administrator (UA)
Hadron Networks - Senior Administrator
Tyrant Networks - Super Administrator (UA)
MethRP - Senior Moderator
Why would you be a good fit to the staff team? [200 words]
I believe I would be a great fit for the staff team due to my extensive experience in moderation and administration across multiple Garry’s Mod servers. I have served as a Senior Administrator on Hadron and Revenant Networks, gaining firsthand experience in managing communities, enforcing rules fairly, and handling player concerns efficiently. My background in staffing roleplay servers has also given me a deep understanding of maintaining immersion while ensuring a positive and respectful environment for all players.
One of my strongest qualities is my ability to stay calm under pressure. Whether dealing with heated player disputes, handling rule breakers, or resolving complex situations, I always approach problems with a level-headed and professional mindset. I also excel in teamwork and communication, ensuring that I work collaboratively with fellow staff members to keep the server running smoothly.
Beyond enforcement, I am passionate about helping players and fostering a welcoming community. I believe that staff should not only punish rule-breakers but also educate and guide players to create a better experience for everyone. My goal is to contribute to the server’s growth by being an active, fair, and dedicated member of the team. I’d love the opportunity to bring my skills to this staff team.
Where do you see yourself a month after joining the staff team?
Within a Month of joining the Staff team, I hope to already be in good grace with the community have already established a sort of good reputation, and be able to eventually help with what I can on the server.
What do you wish to improve about the staff team and how do you plan to acomplish this? [200 words]
One area I would like to improve within the staff team is consistency in rule enforcement and player engagement. In many servers, staff teams sometimes struggle with maintaining uniform decision-making, leading to confusion among players. I plan to help streamline moderation practices by ensuring clear and fair application of rules across all situations, and working closely with the team to establish a shared understanding of guidelines. This can be achieved through internal discussions, staff meetings, and improved documentation of rule interpretations.
Additionally, I want to enhance staff-player interaction by encouraging a more approachable and community-oriented staff presence. Often, players view staff as enforcers rather than members of the community. By engaging with players outside of rule enforcement, whether through hosting events, answering questions, or simply being active in discussions, we can build trust and strengthen the player base.
I also believe in improving staff efficiency and teamwork through better communication tools, such as utilizing Discord or in-game systems more effectively. By fostering a supportive and collaborative staff environment, we can ensure that issues are resolved quickly and professionally. My goal is to help create a balanced, fair, and enjoyable experience for both players and staff alike.
February 2, 2025 at 2:01 PM
+1 Known him from some previous servers and he was very helpful and knew what he was doing, he will be a very valuable member if put onto the staff team
February 2, 2025 at 2:03 PM
+1
Awesome sauce.
Awesome sauce.
February 2, 2025 at 3:34 PM
+1
this guy is the right man for the job! #sofalophone
February 2, 2025 at 4:36 PM
known sofalo for about 6 years now and I can honestly say he is beyond fit for this
+1
+1
February 2, 2025 at 4:40 PM
Clear and consistent with their words. See high potential with this individual and can't wait to meet them in the server. Lots of Gmod experience which is a bonus from any staff point of view. I completely stand with their point about keeping a consistent "uniform decision-making" as all successful servers can sometimes lose that aspect, it should remain a high priority within this staff team. If you make it to our staff team, please bring forward your ideas to the meetings as I see massive key points being made here.
+1 (Dev Liked)
February 5, 2025 at 5:33 PM
Sofalo's application is what I would describe as the perfect application for a staff member. He has put time and effort into his application and knows exactly how to word it. I've seen some good applications in my time but this is one of if not the best one.
+1 all the way
+1 all the way
February 6, 2025 at 8:49 PM
Accepted.
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