Aidan Williamson

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WHO are you?

 * Resume/CV -
 * Name: Aidan Domenic Willamson
 * Born: 6/24/1992 Bryn Mawr, PA
 * Location: Media, PA
 * Contact: aidan.d.williamson@gmail.com
 * Introductory Video: YouTube Link
 * [[File:Aidan_Williamson_Work_Plan.pdf‎]]

WHY are you motivated to support/develop this work?

 * Do you endorse open source culture?


 * This is like asking: Do you endorse honesty?. To which my response is :yes.


 * Why are you interested in collaborating with us?


 * Highly interested


 * How do you think that the GVCS can address pressing world issues?


 * Pressing World Issues: overproduction, pollution, social injustice
 * OSE Solution: DIY culture creates appropriate production levels; clear intention to explore alternative energy sources & maintain maximum efficiency; diffused information promotes level playing fields


 * What should happen so that you become more involved with the project?


 * I should continue my studies and visit FeF when I can to learn more.


 * What is missing in the project?


 * Prototyped learning structures proposed by OSE Campus


 * What are your suggestions for improvement of the project?


 * Highly motivated, unskilled individuals could DPV to research and document the practicality of the OSE Campus

WHAT are your skills?

 * List all of your skills in these areas: Communications - Organizational - Computer Support - Finances - Design - Natural Building - Electronics - Automation - Metallurgy - Engineering - Fabrication - Agriculture - Energy - Architecture - Video/Graphics/Art - PR/Marketing - Education - Construction - Industry - CNC - Chemistry - Product Design - Other


 * How have you already contributed to the project?

HOW can you help?

 * How are you interested in contributing to the work of GVCS development?


 * Research, and fabrication of GVCS items


 * Can you volunteer to work with us, and if so, how many hours per week?


 * Yes. 40+ Hrs/week


 * Are you interested in working with us for pay? If so, what services can you offer, and what is your hourly or per-project rate?


 * Not interested in pay at the moment


 * ''Are you interested in a Dedicated Project Visit?


 * When I am able to contribute


 * Are you interested in purchasing equipment from us to help bootstrap development?


 * Not at the moment


 * Are you interested in bidding for consulting/design/prototyping work?


 * Are you a True Fan? If not, why not?


 * Yes since 10/2011


 * Would you like to see yourself working with us on a full-time basis?


 * Yes


 * Are you interested in being part of the world's first, open source, resilient community? The GVCS is the preparatory step for the OSE Village Experiment – a 2 year, immersion experiment (2013-2014) for testing whether a real, thriving, modern-day prototype community of 200 people can be built on 200 acres using local resources and open access to information? We are looking for approximately 200 people to fill a diverse array of roles, according to the Social Contract that is being developed. This may be the boldest social experiment on earth - a pioneering community whose goal is to extend the index of possibilities regarding harmonious existence of humans, ecology, and technology.


 * hahaha I can't stop smiling... YES!

=Financial Survey=
 * 1) Are you currently employed, self-employed, or do you otherwise receive a stream of revenue? If so, how much money are you making?
 * Unemployed student.


 * 1) What is your current cost of living?
 * $0. Live at home


 * 1) Do you have insurance of any kind, and if so, how much are you spending on insurance?
 * Health, dental, car. Parents cover insurance.


 * 1) Do you have any debt, and if so, how much are you spending on your debt payments?
 * No debt until I finish school.


 * 1) Do you have any recurring payments that you are making? If so, how much are you paying?
 * $10/month for OSE and Nature Conservancy


 * 1) Are you in debt from college loans? If so, how much are you paying?
 * Will be in a couple years.


 * 1) Do you have a mortgage? If so, how much are you paying?
 * No


 * 1) Do you have a cell phone recurring payment? If so, how much is it?
 * No


 * 1) Do you have medical insurance, and if so, how much are you paying?
 * N/A


 * 1) What is your cost of travel to and from Factor e Farm? Can you cover this cost?
 * $180 Bus Ticket. I can cover it.


 * 1) Will you be bringing a car?
 * No.


 * 1) How much do you spend per month on food?
 * Around $200 per month. Not exactly sure. I got that figure by asking my mom what she thought. She had herself and my father living alone to be around $325 so we figure half of that plus some because I eat more than that


 * 1) How long can you support yourself on your reserves if you were volunteering at Factor e Farm?
 * Few months


 * 1) How much are you expecting to spend per month during your stay at Factor e Farm?
 * Depends on food situation. $250 maybe.


 * 1) How much would you need to make in order to break even in your finances while working at FeF?
 * Enough for 3 meals a day


 * 1) Do you have costs besides your own cost of living that you need to cover, ie, are you supporting others?
 * No


 * 1) Can you cover the cost of food during your stay at FeF?
 * Yes


 * 1) Are you interested in assisting during production runs if you are qualified in fabrication skills?
 * Yes.


 * 1) Will you be engaging in any earned income activity other than your specific work on Open Source Ecology projects?
 * No


 * 1) Will you have other outstanding contractual obligations with other employers or contractors during your stay at Factor e Farm? If so, please discuss.
 * No