Thank you for agreeing to serve as a judge for the Miss Black & Old Gold Pageant. Your participation is invaluable, and we are excited to have your expertise and insight as part of this prestigious event.
Here are the key details to help you prepare:
The judging process is electronic, and each judge will need to bring a tablet or laptop to input scores during the event.
Phones are NOT encouraged for scoring, as the screen size may limit ease of use.
Subject: Important Details for Judging the Miss Black & Old Gold Pageant
Dear [Judge's Name],
Thank you for agreeing to serve as a judge for the Miss Black & Old Gold Pageant. Your expertise and insight are key to making this event a success, and we are excited to have you join us. Below are the details for the day’s activities:
The panel interview is a vital component of the competition, where contestants will answer questions to showcase their communication skills, poise, and alignment with their platforms.
Judges will evaluate contestants based on their confidence, articulation, and substance in their responses.
Dinner is on you own for judges in the venue's dining area or place of your choice. This is a time to relax, review the evening’s guidelines, and prepare for the main event.
The pageant will feature multiple segments:
Opening Scene: A group performance with choreography and formal introductions.
Swimsuit/Activewear Scene: Contestants will model tasteful attire of their choice.
Talent Scene: Contestants will perform individual talents (3-minute maximum).
Formal Wear & Q&A Scene: Contestants will present formal wear, escorted by a chapter representative, and respond to questions derived from their panel interview.
Judging Process:
The scoring process is electronic, and we kindly request you bring a tablet or laptop to input scores during the event. Phones are not encouraged due to screen size limitations.
We kindly ask each judge to provide a 4-6 sentence biography that highlights who you are, your accomplishments, and what makes your involvement in this event special. This biography will be announced during the pageant to introduce you to the audience. Please submit your biography by [specific deadline] to ensure it is included in the program.
What makes you stand out from the other contestants?
Why do you deserve to win this title?
What will you do if you win this title?
What is your platform, and why do you think it is important?
How do you plan to use social media to connect with your audience and promote your platform?
What is your dream job?
Where do you see yourself in the next 5 years?
Who is the person you look up to the most, and why?
If you were a role model for young girls, what message would you want to convey to them?
Share a personal accomplishment that you are most proud of and explain why.
What lessons have you learned from past failures or setbacks?
How do you remain confident and positive in the face of adversity?
How do you define leadership, and can you provide an example of when you demonstrated it?
How do you define success, and what steps are you taking to achieve it?
Describe a time when you had to step out of your comfort zone. What did you learn from the experience?
Describe a moment when you had to demonstrate grace under pressure. What was the outcome?
If you could meet any person in history (past or present), who would it be and why?
What is your favorite quote, and how does it inspire you?
What qualities do you believe make a community strong and supportive?
If you could have any superpower, what would it be, and how would you use it for good?