You want to hold an event on Discord, but you don’t know where to start… This article explains in detail all the steps to success from planning to completion of a Discord event!
1. Event Planning: The First Step to Success
First, let’s plan specifically what kind of event you want to hold.
- Target: Clarify who the event is for.
- Example: Beginners Welcome! Discord Introduction Course, Gamers Gather! ○○ Tournament
- Purpose: Think about what you want to achieve through the event.
- Example: Community revitalization, new member acquisition, information sharing
- Content: Come up with a plan that will entertain participants and leave an impression.
- Example: Karaoke tournament using voice chat, game tournament, movie viewing party, quiz competition, talk show with guests
- Date and Time: Choose a date and time that is easy for your target audience to participate in, taking into consideration their daily routine.
- Weeknights and weekends are common, but it is also good to listen to participants’ opinions using the survey function.
- Location: Stage Channel or Voice Channel? Choose the most suitable one according to the scale and purpose of the event.
- Stage Channel: For large groups, manages the right to speak, audience participation style
- Voice Channel: For small groups, two-way communication, screen sharing possible
2. Utilize Discord’s Event Features!
You can smoothly handle everything from event announcements to participant management by using Discord’s event feature.
- Click the “Events” tab at the top of the server and select “Create Event”.
- Set the event name, start date and time, end date and time, description, etc.
- Select the channel where you want to hold the event.
- Set a cover image for the event as needed.
Tips for Event Announcements
- Create a catchy title and description that conveys the appeal of the event.
- Make announcements for the event within the server and on social media to spread the word.
- Send event reminders to participants.
3. Day of Event: Ensure Everyone Can Have Fun!
Before the Event Starts
- Rehearsal: Check equipment and the environment before the event starts and conduct a rehearsal.
- Division of Roles: Clarify the division of roles, such as moderator and timekeeper.
- Explanation of Rules: Explain the rules of the event to the participants when the event starts, along with a greeting.
During the Event
- Facilitation: Keep in mind to facilitate smooth progress and ensure that all participants can enjoy themselves.
- Promote Interaction: Encourage interaction among participants and actively communicate with them.
- Enlivening the Atmosphere: Liven up the atmosphere and lead the event to success.
- Troubleshooting: Calmly deal with unexpected troubles such as audio problems and disruptive behavior.
4. After the Event: With a Feeling of Gratitude
After the event is over, express your gratitude to the participants while also raising expectations for the next event.
- Conduct a Survey: Collect feedback such as impressions and areas for improvement.
- Announcement of Next Event: Announce the schedule for the next event, etc.
- Save Records: Record the event and use it for the next event.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. What should I do if trouble occurs during the event?
A. Take appropriate action according to the type of trouble.
- Audio Trouble: Have participants check their microphone and speaker settings.
- Connection Trouble: Have participants check their internet connection status.
- Countermeasures for Trolls: Place moderators and suppress inappropriate statements and actions. Also consider measures such as timeouts and bans if necessary.
Q. How can I liven up events?
A.
- Set a Theme: Setting a theme such as a Halloween party or a Christmas party can boost participants’ motivation.
- Prepare Prizes: Preparing prizes for game tournaments, etc., can increase the motivation to participate.
- Implement Participatory Projects: Incorporate projects that all participants can enjoy, such as quiz competitions and bingo games.
Summary
This article has explained all the steps to success from planning to completion of a Discord event. By holding events, you can revitalize your community and create new encounters. Be sure to use this article as a reference and plan and hold your own wonderful events!