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'''Project Leaders''' were Bulbapedia users that were designated as the most knowledgeable users regarding a particular Bulbapedia {{bp|Projects|Project}}, and were chosen by the {{bp|Editorial Board}} to run that Project.
'''Project Leaders''' are Bulbapedia users that have been designated as the most knowledgeable users regarding a particular Bulbapedia {{bp|Projects|project}}, and have thus been chosen to run that project.  These users may or may not have additional powers besides these, but all questions regarding project procedure and activity should be directed to the Project Leader.  Additionally, the Project Leader should manage the project's to-do list and has the authority to settle disputes regarding the project.  Essentially, the Project Leader has a say in all goings-on in the project and holds a position above that of other users, but ''only'' in project scenarios.


==List of current Project Leaders==
The Project Leader managed the Project's to-do list and had the authority to settle disputes regarding the project.  Essentially, the Project Leader had a say in all goings-on in the Project and held a position above that of other users, but ''only'' in Project scenarios.
''Bolding signifies additional powers.''


*'''{{u|Maverick Nate}}''' - Leader, {{bp|Project TCGDex}}
==Former Project Leaders==
*'''{{u|Politoed666}}''' - Leader, {{bp|Project Decks}}
* {{u|$aturn¥oshi}} - {{bp|Project Fandom}}
*'''{{u|Kenji-girl}}''' - Leader, {{bp|Project Anime}}
* {{u|ArcToraphim}} - {{bp|Project Shipping}}
*{{u|Tavisource}} - Leader, {{bp|Project Custom Sprite}}
* {{u|Cipher}} - {{bp|Project TCG|Project TCGDex}}
*{{u|CoolPikachu!}} - Leader, {{bp|Project Manga}}
* {{u|Clarky13}} - {{bp|Project Locations}} and {{bp|Project CharacterDex}}
*'''{{u|RexRacer}}''' - Leader, {{bp|Project BerryDex}}
* {{u|CoolPikachu!}} - {{bp|Project Manga}}
*{{u|ArcToraphim}} - Leader, {{bp|Project Shipping}}
* {{u|electAbuzzzz}} - {{bp|Project Globe}} and {{bp|Project Music}}
*{{u|Clarky13}} - Leader, {{bp|Project Locations}} and {{bp|Project Trainer Class}}
* {{u|G50}} - {{bp|Project ItemDex}}
*'''{{u|Jioruji Derako}}''' - Leader, {{bp|Project MoveDex}}
* {{u|Jioruji Derako}} - {{bp|Project Moves and Abilities}}
*{{u|Sher-e-Bengal}} - Leader, {{bp|Project Games}}
* {{u|Jo The Marten}} - {{bp|Project Sidegames}}
*{{u|PsychicRider}} - Leader, {{bp|Project CharacterDex}}
* {{u|Kenji-girl}} - {{bp|Project Anime}}
==Inactive/Former Project Leaders==
* {{u|Maverick Nate}} - {{bp|Project TCG}}
* {{u|nuva-kal}} - {{bp|Project TCG}}
* {{u|Politoed666}} - {{bp|Project TCG|Project Decks}}
* {{u|PsychicRider}} - {{bp|Project CharacterDex}}
* {{u|RexRacer}} - {{bp|Project BerryDex}}
* {{u|Sher-e-Bengal}} - {{bp|Project Games}}
* {{u|SnorlaxMonster}} - {{bp|Project GlitchDex}}
* {{u|Tavisource}} - {{bp|Project Custom Sprite}}
* {{u|TylerGray}} - {{bp|Project Walkthroughs}}
* {{u|UltimateSephiroth}} - {{bp|Project SpriteDex}}
* {{u|Umeko}} - {{bp|Project Games}}, {{bp|Project Battrio}}, and {{bp|Project Music}}
* {{u|Virtual-Z}} - {{bp|Project Merchandise}}
* {{u|Werdnae}} - {{bp|Project Sidegames}}
* {{u|Zesty Cactus}} - {{bp|Project Manga}}


*'''{{u|Cipher}}''' - Former Co-leader, {{bp|Project TCGDex}}
==Powers and authority==
The role of Project Leader did not come with additional Mediawiki editing privileges, although some Leaders may have had other staff positions in addition to their role in the Project. In regards to their own Projects, each Leader had the authority to:


==Powers==
* Manage the Project's to-do list
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** Project Leaders are expected to maintain a list of ongoing tasks for the members of the Project to work on. This may include edit drives, template updates, synopsis writing and {{bp|stub|unstubbing}}.
 
* Dictate the actions and focus of the Project
*Manage the project's To-Do list
** Project Leaders are in charge of the vision for the Project and should liaison with members to make sure this is achieved.
*Settle disputes regarding the project
* Revoke membership of the project
*Revoke membership of the project
** If Project members are behaving inappropriately in regards to Project matters, then their membership may be revoked by the Project Leader.
*Set requirements for entry into the project
* Set requirements for entry into the Project
*Dictate the actions of the project
* Settle disputes regarding the Project
 
==Authority==
Project Leaders are ranked above normal users in regards to the project, but answer to {{bp|administrators}} and the {{bp|Editorial Board}}. Any concerns about the actions of a Project Leader should be brought before an Editorial Board member, or an administrator if no E.B. member is available.  ''Note that Project Leaders are '''not''' the same as project founders, and hold a higher position of power regarding the project than the founder.''


==Becoming a Project Leader==
==Becoming a Project Leader==
Any user wishing to become a Project Leader should submit their request by making a post in [http://bmgf.bulbagarden.net/showthread.php?t=33304 this thread] on the [[Bulbagarden Forums]].  Submissions can also be e-mailed or otherwise communicated directly to {{u|Politoed666}}, {{u|TTEchidna}}, or {{u|evkl}} for consideration.
The Project Leader position was retired on September 22, 2014, and users may no longer apply to become a Project Leader.


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Revision as of 03:38, 22 September 2014

Project Leaders were Bulbapedia users that were designated as the most knowledgeable users regarding a particular Bulbapedia Project, and were chosen by the Editorial Board to run that Project.

The Project Leader managed the Project's to-do list and had the authority to settle disputes regarding the project. Essentially, the Project Leader had a say in all goings-on in the Project and held a position above that of other users, but only in Project scenarios.

Former Project Leaders

Powers and authority

The role of Project Leader did not come with additional Mediawiki editing privileges, although some Leaders may have had other staff positions in addition to their role in the Project. In regards to their own Projects, each Leader had the authority to:

  • Manage the Project's to-do list
    • Project Leaders are expected to maintain a list of ongoing tasks for the members of the Project to work on. This may include edit drives, template updates, synopsis writing and unstubbing.
  • Dictate the actions and focus of the Project
    • Project Leaders are in charge of the vision for the Project and should liaison with members to make sure this is achieved.
  • Revoke membership of the project
    • If Project members are behaving inappropriately in regards to Project matters, then their membership may be revoked by the Project Leader.
  • Set requirements for entry into the Project
  • Settle disputes regarding the Project

Becoming a Project Leader

The Project Leader position was retired on September 22, 2014, and users may no longer apply to become a Project Leader.