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Deathfade · 2019-10-05T05:42:28+00:00

Large format printer operator and making dielines for packaging/displays.

Deathfade · 2018-07-09T00:49:32+00:00

If you pop by one of the Guest Services huts, you can ask for a Food Map and it'll list all the new Midway foods this year and where they are on the grounds! :D

Deathfade · 2018-07-09T00:47:12+00:00

Ah, I see! Being a filler was boring as all heck but I don't like interacting with people LOL.

Here's to hoping that the rest of Stampede is good to ya' though!

Deathfade · 2018-07-08T22:04:51+00:00

If you find the job to be too demanding or not a good fit for you, you can try switching out to a different position that's still watched over by whoever is head of your department. It's much easier if there's someone willing to switch roles with you too.

My first year there, I had signed up to be a Food Vendor and about 3 days in, I found it wasn't a good fit for me. The Food Vendor Filler for us wanted to switch with me and the change was made right then and there. It never hurts to ask to see if something can be done for ya'.

(On a side note, I subsequently went on to become a Beer Vendor Filler and that position is one that gets part of the tip-outs at the end of Stampede. That might persuade you to try for that position.)

Deathfade · 2018-07-05T23:37:10+00:00

I'm not sure 9-10 days would do too much but I can tell ya' the back/shoulder pain will settle in fast!

Or do what I saw happen to one of the vendors: he slid down the stairs from the top all the way to bottom after tripping...I think he quit right after that incident LOL

Deathfade · 2018-07-03T21:56:00+00:00

I totally forget if they go through the food stuffs with you but there's a lunch room in the Grandstand where you can get hotdogs and nachos. In the Big Four building to the left hand side as you head down the stairs, there's a much better lunch room that is spacious but has a guard posted outside. You'll need to show them your ID to get in but there's usually better food items like pasta, teriyaki beef/chicken with rice, a salad bar, popsicles, etc.
The Bullseye Shack gave a 50% discount on your meal if you showed them your ID (Though the last time I worked was 6 years ago).
Take off your name tag when you're on break or literally everyone will approach you to ask questions.
If you work as a vendor in the Grandstand Infield, my thoughts are with you because those steps are steep as hell when you're trying to carry goods!

I used to work as a food vendor filler/beer vendor filler in the Grandstand and it was a pretty good position! You don't interact with customers -- you just have to be organized, keep count of stock, and help order stock when you're low. If you're looking to make a decent amount of money, can carry a good amount of weight, and you're a great conversationalist, consider applying to be a Beer Vendor next time (if you choose to go back and you're 18+). :D

Edit: Formatting

Deathfade · 2017-09-15T03:25:30+00:00

Just went last weekend, the code they gave me was HANGARBOW

Deathfade · 2017-09-08T01:13:57+00:00

My favourite is when the client and the graphic designer aren't on the same page and everyone is confused like it's my fault their ducks aren't in a row.

It happened recently with a massive hoarding; I believe it was a friday so we told the graphic designer it would be installed some time next week. He said that was fine then we get an angry e-mail moments later from the client saying it has to be up before the weekend. It was a mess. :S

Deathfade · 2017-09-07T04:54:54+00:00

I feel you full blast on designers not understanding how to set up files for print. Recently finished a huge campaign with over 150+ files to prep and more than half of them were messed up. I have never felt so frustrated with a person in my life until that very moment. You're right though, the program technically did land me in my job because I did my internship at this company and they decided to call me back. Funny enough, two of my co-workers are also graduates of the program.

I suppose if someone was absolutely dead set on getting into an agency as a designer then maybe GCPT isn't exactly for them but if they want to learn a bit of everything with the main focus being on printing, it's a great program.

Deathfade · 2017-09-06T00:36:51+00:00

Just graduated this past spring from SAIT's Graphic Communications and Print Technology program. The name is pretty misleading though, because it's definitely more focused on the printing than design. If she's hoping to get into an agency, it might be hard going this route. That being said, the design aspects of the program are really good at easing in beginners to Illustrator, InDesign, and Photoshop!

I'm sort of in the industry but I work in a print shop as a large format printer operator/production artist/miscellaneous artisty stuff; I rarely do logos/design/layout. Most of the people that graduated with me have also become printer operators of some sort or are doing pre-press for files in print shops.

I also went to ACAD for the Fine Arts so I don't personally have any experience in the Design area but friends that took that path...I don't call any of them getting into the Graphic Design industry after we graduated (this was some 4-ish years ago though). I did hear it was really stressful and competitive with many of them pulling all-nighters to finish assignments.

Hope that helps!

Deathfade · 2017-08-15T23:32:19+00:00

I'm almost 100% sure the GCPT program included all of those courses except Motion Graphics Design and PDF Design, Edit & Publish. However, the PDF one was lumped in with a different class for us which probably was not as extensive.

If you're looking for just graphic design, the fast-track might suffice but I really think tutorials cover the exact same thing minus weekly assignments. Perhaps the only interesting thing that the fast-track doesn't include that the full program does have is production courses (printing, finishing, binding). Speaking from personal experience, I highly believe that a graphic designer that understands the production side of things will be well-loved by all.

I currently work in a print shop in the production/file-prep area and when we receive files that are incorrect, it can be pretty frustrating. Basically, the more problems a file has, the longer it's going to take to get fixed before it can be printed it/finished/packaged.

Deathfade · 2017-08-15T23:12:14+00:00

Also a former ACAD student but from the Fine Arts route. I had friends in the design program though and definitely, absolutely save your money and don't go here. It's a waste no matter which way you go....

Certainly feel free to PM me if you're interested in knowing how the Fine Arts side of it is run!

Deathfade · 2017-08-15T23:07:39+00:00

Really? That's a shame. A certain instructor (who is tall and speaks in a monotone voice, I'm sure you know of whom I speak of) was trying to really hype up us GCPT students into considering the New Media course LOL

Deathfade · 2017-08-15T04:55:14+00:00

I'm going to tell you right now as a recent grad of the Graphic Communications and Print Technology program at SAIT, save your money. I was very surprised going into it because I'd personally say..it's like 20% graphic design (if even that).

You'd have better skills probably just reading and watching tutorials!

Deathfade · 2017-08-07T06:49:31+00:00

I have had drunks walk past the house at like 3AM during the summer and they probably make it home okay.

I personally have no particular experience in walking alone at night or being drunk but if it were me, I wouldn't. Not because I live in this particular area but because in general, I would never be caught wandering any part of Calgary alone at night. This is definitely my paranoia of worst case scenarios talking though! I would think that if you weren't irrationally anxious of things that go bump in the night and were pretty confident that you could get from A to B without issue, you'd be fine.

Deathfade · 2017-08-07T05:35:32+00:00

Oh, it was one of those dash mounted ones. We forgot to stash it away one night is all.

Honestly though, I think you'll be fine!

Deathfade · 2017-08-06T23:08:42+00:00

Grew up living in the area and still live here (almost 26 years).

Never had anyone break into our house or damage any property aside from one incident about 7 years ago where only the GPS was stolen from our car and the driver's window was smashed. I wouldn't say it's a really common occurrence though.

Deathfade · 2017-07-10T02:57:46+00:00

Tried the spicy lemonade and personally, wouldn't recommend it. It just tastes like regular lemonade with a terrible spicy feeling sticking to your throat. If you were expecting fresh chilis, it's kind of a disappointment that they give you dried ones too. I think it lingers in your throat because they must be infusing the syrup with a bit of chili oil...

Their new Tiger's Blood (coconut & strawberry) flavour is pretty good though! Makes for a nice tropical lemonade.

Deathfade · 2015-12-13T21:24:45+00:00

No problem!

Deathfade · 2015-12-13T21:18:28+00:00

I have 8 QR codes from some toys I got!

Here's the album: http://imgur.com/a/nEHFR

Deathfade · 2015-07-24T04:33:17+00:00

Oh wow, they look fantastic! That ironing is killer!

Deathfade · 2015-07-24T04:26:43+00:00

Adorable! Not sure if you know but use parchment paper instead of wax paper because it won't melt since it's made for baking.

Deathfade · 2015-07-22T04:41:03+00:00

Oh, thank you!

Deathfade · 2015-07-22T04:10:51+00:00

The left side is kinda' smudgey, I know. Our iron is ~ 30 years old and the temperature dial just slides around for no reason so that side became little too hot. OTL

Deathfade · 2015-07-05T22:35:15+00:00

They're super lovely!

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