Crew organization
Welcome to the crew organisation section of the Wiki. Here you will find a list of departments for the Empire game system, listing what each department does, who is in charge and who the staff in that department are.
SITE SET UP DEPARTMENTS
Site Managment
Responsible for overseeing the lay out and management of the site as a whole.
Head of Department
- Alison Pennington
Site Crew
The site crew, or Red Caps as they are affectionately known, are responsible for overseeing all OOC logistics on site, particularly during set up and take down, as well as site health and safety.
Head of Department
- Chris Butcher
Deputy
- Tom Butterworth
Electricians
Responsible for the on site distribution of electrical power and the off site building of new projects as well as maintenance and periodic inspection.
Head of Department
- Dave 'Sparky' Wilson
Deputy
- Ara McBay
- Mark 'Waz' Bretherick
Set Dressing
Responsible for making sure that the IC set dressing is in keeping with the game setting and thus providing greater opportunity for player immersion into the campaign.
Head of Department
- Craig McGuire
Deputy
- Andy Rimmer
Gate
Responsible for the administration related to players and crew who arrive without prebooking and pay on the gate.
Head of Department
- Sarah Johnson
Deputy
EVENT ORGANISATION DEPARTMENTS
Head of Game
Responsible for overseeing the game system and administration as a whole
- Matthew Pennington
Games Operation Desk
The Games Operation Desk (GOD) is responsible for overseeing all player related administrative functions. This includes preparation of player packs, distribution of crew meal tickets and dealing with lost property. They also often act as a point of contact between departments.
Head of Department
- Leanne Hoye
Deputy
- Mark 'Waz' Bretherick
God Crew
- Charlotte Bretherick
- Erin Knott
- Neal Fowler
- David 'Jack' Horner
- Fay Grove
- Cicely Zanelli
- Jacqueline Hennessey
- David Miller
- Lesley Sweetman
- Jane Warner
- Emily Rae
Plot
Responsible for overseeing the story arc of the system and making sure that all the plot reaching the player base is consistent and fits in line with the world background. The plot department is split into a number of teams that have different objectives and goals within the game.
Heads of Department
- Colin Ford - Head of Plot
- Andy Rafferty - Head of Campaign
Deputies
- Liza Shepherd - Plot Actuation
- Prudence Greenwood - Costume
- Miriam 'Mim' Nicholas - Make up
Referee's
Responsible for overseeing the application of the system rules to the player base, the safety of large scale battles and skirmishes and overseeing various elements of the downtime system.
Head of Department
- Graeme Jamieson
Deputy
- Nicholas Taylor
- Paul Tucker
Crew Welfare
Responsible for ensuring that all the volunteer staff are well looked after, have meal tickets and have a point of contact with whom to discuss any issues.
Head of Department
- Leanne Hoye
Deputy
- Andy Rimmer
Security
Responsible for ensuring the safety of the site, acting as a point of contact in the event of any emergencies, dealing with lost children and acting in a crime prevention role.
Head of Department
- Rick Clarke
Deputy
- Steve Tiernan
Weapon Check
Responsible for overseeing the safety of all weapons and armour used by players and monsters and making sure they meet the relevant criteria for use in the system.
Head of Department
- Paul 'Chalkie' White
Deputy
Information Technology
Responsible for making sure that all IT used by PD in the field is in good working order.
Head of Department
- Clive Evans
Deputy
- David McBride
Tavern
Responsible for overseeing the operation of the IC Tavern on site,
Head of Department
- Andy Rimmer
Trader Liaison
Responsible for acting as a point of contact between all the traders and Profound Decisions.
Head of Department
- Angela 'Angel' Tiernan
First Aid
Responsible for dealing with all first aid incidents on site.
Head of Department
- Richard Lumb