MW*C Survey #2 Results

MW*C Survey #2

35 responses over 7 days

1 — Are you currently a MW*C member?

Yes: 60%

No: 40%

2 — What is your primary interest?

Science Fiction & Fantasy: >70%

Other: >25%

3 — Are you interested in Fan Fiction?

Yes, as reader: >80%

Yes, as writer: >45%

Yes, as ‘zine editor: >10%

No: slightly over 10%

4 — What events do you participate in at MW*C?

Art Show (Patron): 60%

Panelist: >50%

Door Decoration: 45%

Party Suite Events: 40%

Dealer/Vendor: >35%

Art Show (Artist): 20%

Fan Quality Awards: >10%

All other options: <10%

5 — How much programming should MW*C have?

The same: >50%

More: >30%

Less: >10%

6 — Do you suggest topics for panels?

Yes: >65%

No: >30%

7 — Panels at MW*C should:

Not start earlier but run later: >45%

Stay the same: >30%

Start earlier but not run later: >10%

Start earlier and run later: <10%

8 — What is important to you about host hotel location?

(Tie) Near fast food/other dining options:  >75%, Near groceries/supplies: >75%

Other: 20%

(Tie) Near overflow hotels: >15%, Near Highway: >15%

Near airport: <10%

9 — What host hotel amenities are important to you?

Free Wi-Fi: 85%

Free parking: <70%

Free breakfast: 45%

Room Service: >30%

(Tie) Handicap access: 25%, Other: 25%

10 — How much should a host hotel cost per night?

Under $100 (+ tax): >50%

$100-$150: >40%

$150-$175: <10%

All higher costs: 0

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MW*C Survey #2

While we have been getting results in, some people have reported having trouble accessing the popup.  Some have had luck with reloading the index page.

Survey Monkey says popup blockers do not block it;  however, it will not work on smartphones or tablets.

Unfortunately, we cannot change the delivery method without starting the survey over (i.e. we would not be able to merge the new data with data we already have).

We are sorry for any inconvenience this may have caused.  There is something of a learning curve with new technology.

We will use a link for the next survey, rather than have it appear directly on the MW*C website.

 

Swag for Supporting Members!

Membership packets have been mailed to MW*C 38 Supporting members.

In addition to MW*C 38 Program Book, Program Grid, & badge, Supporting members get swag — either a bam-dana or Lego-type superhero or villain figure!

MW*C Survey #2

MW*C Survey #2 is now available on the MW*C website (www.mediawestcon.org)!

Survey #1 Results

MW*C Survey #1
41 Responded over a 7 day period

1. Are you currently a MW*C member?
>50% Yes, >40% No

2. If no, have you been a MW*C member in the last 5 years?
Skewed — many more answered than said not current member!
Of those who should’ve answered (not current members):  almost 90% Likely to become members.

3. If you haven’t been to MW*C in recent years, why did you stop?
Again skewed — many more answered than said not current member!
Of those who should’ve answered (not current members):  Other lead, followed by Loss of Interest, followed by Finances/Family Issues/Travel Issues (3 way tie);  least: Schedule Conflicts.

4. If no, do you plan to become a MW*C member?
Again skewed — many more answered than said not current member!
Of those who should’ve answered (not current members):  >50% Unlikely, >40% Likely

5. How far would you travel for a convention?
Regional lead by far.

6. Where do you live?
Mostly Midwest, followed by Eastern US.

7. Are you aware volunteers (“GoFers”) get a substantial discount on membership?
Only a couple non-members were Unaware.

8. Are you aware MW*C programming is determined by member input (suggesting topics) & participation (serving on panels, etc.)?
100% Aware.

9. How much do you think membership for a 4 day con should cost?
All respondents:  >50% $50-60
Not current members:  Under $50/$50-60 (tied)
Current members: almost 70% $50-60

There was supposed to be a 10th question, but it apparently got lost in editing.  Survey Monkey’s free account only allows 10 questions per survey.

We heard from one person who was unable to access the survey on the MW*C website index page.  Survey Monkey has several possible delivery methods, but we thought putting it on the website would be easiest.

Survey #2 is coming soon.

 

Art Print Support — Scott Rosema

https://www.gofundme.com/5hq6qp-art-support

Art Print Support — Scott Rosema

I’m building up funds for supporting the publishing of a series of Art Prints that feature my personal art. With my history of working for Marvel, DC, Disney, Dungeons & Dragons, Cartoon Network, etc. these prints will feature similiar dynamic art but from only my own imagination.

I have 28 prints currently in various stages of completion, with more to come. Dragons, griffins, goddesses, superheroes, mythic figures, gentle tales, shadowy legends, epic vistas, queens & kings, monsters, cosmic beings, etc. !!!

They all feature a backstory about the image shown and interconnect as parts of a whole complete world.

With your financial support, these prints can be made available to the general public for an extremely affordable price, thus allowing me to promote and bring them to as wide of an audience as possible.

I plan on bringing out the first of these prints by the first part of 2019 with more to debut as the year progresses.

It is my dream to share this universe of adventure, fantasy, action and magic for the whole world to enjoy. With your exciting help that dream can become real. My eternal thanks !!!

Rock the Rocket

We used this modified clip art years ago in MW*C publications.

As MW*C 39 will  be a re-launch of sorts, we would like to see updated versions of this concept from as many artists as possible for possible use in publications and on the MW*C website. Who knows, it might even become part of the MW*C 39 logo!

The rocket rider might be a fan, a media character (though we don’t want to imply someone’s coming who isn’t), a Sammy dog, MediaWest*Cow, etc.. Use your imagination!

Art style is wide open, but it needs to be reproducible. Pin-up style is OK, just keep it PG.

Likewise, be creative with your rocket design — just keep it recognizable as a rocket and labeled “MW*C or Bust” or something similar showing the intended destination (i.e. “MediaWest*Con” or “MW*C” — spelling must be correct!).

Artwork may be in color or B&W, JPEG or PNGs preferred. Send files to mediawestcon@aol.com as attachments to e-mail.

Rock the rocket for MW*C 39!