{"id":136,"date":"2013-04-25T16:37:40","date_gmt":"2013-04-25T22:37:40","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blog.zapplication.org\/?p=136"},"modified":"2024-03-13T13:45:56","modified_gmt":"2024-03-13T19:45:56","slug":"how-to-apply-step-by-step","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blog.zapplication.org\/?p=136","title":{"rendered":"How to Apply: Step-by-Step"},"content":{"rendered":"

The Application Process<\/strong>
\nAfter registering for ZAPP®, you will have full access to the system. You can view upcoming events, deadlines, and begin applying to events online.<\/p>\n

There are four basic steps to completing an application:
\n1. Prepare and upload images<\/a>
\n2. Locate events accepting applications<\/a>
\n3. Complete the application<\/a>
\n4. Checkout and pay<\/a><\/p>\n

<\/a>LOCATING AN EVENT<\/strong>
\nAfter logging in, click the “Apply to Shows” button to view a complete list of events that are accepting applications.
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\nSearch for an event by keyword.<\/p>\n

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\nOr use a more advanced search to filter by more specific information.<\/p>\n

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\nThere is also an option to sort the entire list by show name, show start date, application deadline and region.<\/p>\n

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TIP:<\/em><\/strong> Checking events as “Favorites” not only allows you to filter your search to show only those marked, but also keeps those events as checked as favorites from year to year!<\/font><\/p>\n

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<\/a>COMPLETE THE APPLICATION<\/strong><\/p>\n

A. Answering Application Questions<\/strong>
\nAfter you have read the entire event prospectus and are ready to apply, click on the “Apply to this Show” button located on the right hand side of the page.
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TIP:<\/strong> If you have questions about the event, clicking the CONTACT EVENT link will allow you to email the event directly.<\/em><\/font><\/p>\n

Before seeing the application, you must agree to the event’s terms and conditions. Once you click on the “Agree” button you will see the full application.
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\nWhen filling out the application, remember that any questions marked with an asterisk (*) require answers.<\/p>\n

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\nTIP:<\/em><\/strong> Click the Save and Continue button often to avoid losing your work in case your Internet connection is lost or your session expires.<\/font><\/p>\n

B. Attaching Images to the Application<\/strong>
\nWhen you are ready to select your images, the bottom of the application will display thumbnail images of the images in your portfolio.<\/p>\n

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\nSelect the checkbox underneath the corresponding thumbnail to choose an image. Each event decides how many images they will require and if they require a booth shot.<\/p>\n

Once you are satisfied with your selection, click the Save Application to view the order in which your images will be presented to the jury.<\/p>\n

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C. Set Image Order for Jury<\/strong>
\nThe Image Order page will display the sequence that the jury will see your images. To change the order, drag the samples into your desired location and click “Select Sample Order.”
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\nOn this page, you can also:<\/p>\n