Cardano Anthem Competition

[GENERAL] Name and surname of main applicant

[GENERAL] Are you delivering this project as an individual or as an entity (whether formally incorporated or not)

[GENERAL] Please specify how many months you expect your project to last (from 2-12 months)

[GENERAL] Please indicate if your proposal has been auto-translated into English from another language

[GENERAL] Summarize your solution to the problem (200-character limit including spaces)

We will launch a community-driven competition to create an anthem for Cardano. It will also be a test on applying identity technology and creating a framework that can be used for other contests.

[GENERAL] Does your project have any dependencies on other organizations, technical or otherwise?

[GENERAL] If YES, please describe what the dependency is and why you believe it is essential for your project’s delivery. If NO, please write “No dependencies.”

No dependencies

[GENERAL] Will your project’s output/s be fully open source?

[GENERAL] Please provide here more information on the open source status of your project outputs

Our platform code will be fully open-sourced under an MIT license, ensuring transparency and community contributions. Participants in the competition will agree to release their submitted anthems under an open-source Creative Commons license (CC BY-SA), allowing for free use, adaptation, and distribution while retaining artistic credit. This approach fosters creativity, aligns with open governance, and ensures that both the platform and the anthem remain accessible to the entire Cardano community.

[METADATA] Horizons

[SOLUTION] Please describe your proposed solution

Problem Perception:

Creating an anthem for Cardano will artistically showcase the platform’s values and highlight our collective decision-making strength. Additionally, it will lay the groundwork for future community-driven contests.

Approach:

We have chosen a contest format to foster community engagement and ensure that the selected anthem reflects the desires of the Cardano ecosystem. This anthem will serve as a valuable asset, enhancing Cardano’s brand and global recognition.

The contest will explore both identity-driven and asset-driven decision mechanisms, testing innovative approaches that could enable greater decentralization of Cardano's investment decisions in the future.

Engagement:

The project will actively involve musicians participating in the challenge, voters who will select the winner, and a development team responsible for building the voting platform.

Impact Proof:

In the short term, impact will be measured by the number of views and votes each contestant receives. Long-term success will be assessed based on how well the Cardano community adopts and embraces the anthem.

[IMPACT] Please define the positive impact your project will have on the wider Cardano community

Positive Impact on the Cardano Community:

Our project will strengthen community cohesion by engaging musicians and voters in a creative, collective decision-making process. Success will be demonstrated by the number of contestants, voters, and ADA staked for voting, showcasing both community involvement and Cardano's governance capabilities.

Measuring Impact:

We will track:

• The number of unique users participating
• The number of video views for each anthem submission
• The frequency of events where the winning anthem is played
• Media coverage and public interest in the competition and the anthem

Sharing Outputs and Opportunities:

All platform code will be open-sourced, and all competition-related productions will be licensed for public use. We will actively engage the community throughout the contest and encourage widespread voting and participation.

[CAPABILITY & FEASIBILITY] What is your capability to deliver your project with high levels of trust and accountability? How do you intend to validate if your approach is feasible?

As a seasoned product manager with over five years of experience in application development, particularly in finance, I possess the necessary skills to execute this project effectively. While I am currently leading this initiative independently, I have established connections with development teams that can assist in creating the platform. My expertise in managing projects and engaging communities positions me well to foster participation and ensure the project’s success.

[PROJECT MILESTONES] What are the key milestones you need to achieve in order to complete your project successfully?

A: Milestone Outputs: Project Conception

• Create a comprehensive project plan that includes:
• Contest rules and guidelines
• User interface design for the voting platform
• Voting system architecture for contest execution
• Selecting development team
• Timeline and organization of development stages

B: Acceptance Criteria

• The project plan must be completed and reviewed by the community for feedback and approval.

C: Evidence of Milestone Completion

• A project created on a project management platform showcasing the project plan and tasks.
• A live detailing the project plan, highlighting the contest rules, user interface, and voting system, made available for community feedback.

Cost: 10,000 ADA

A: Milestone Outputs: Development

• Develop the voting platform, enabling:
• Registration of contest applications
• Secure and transparent vote registration

B: Acceptance Criteria

• An open-source platform must be created, allowing for the registration of votes and applications from contestants.

C: Evidence of Milestone Completion

• The complete codebase will be available on GitHub for public access.
• A live website demonstrating the platform’s functionality, including the voting and application registration features.

Cost: 20,000 ADA

Milestone 3: Contest Execution

A: Milestone Outputs

• Successfully run the contest, including:
• Engaging with participants and encouraging submissions.

B: Acceptance Criteria

• A comprehensive campaign to promote the contest, including:
• Creation and distribution of promotional videos
• Advertising on social media platforms

C: Evidence of Milestone Completion

• Documentation of social media posts related to the contest.
• Records of applications submitted by participants and the total number of votes received.

Cost: 3,000 ADA

Milestone 4: Prize Distribution

A: Milestone Outputs

• Deliver the prize to the contest winner.

B: Acceptance Criteria

• The winner must receive their prize by an ADA transaction

C: Evidence of Milestone Completion

• A transaction record confirming the prize distribution to the winner.

Cost: 50,000 ADA

[RESOURCES] Who is in the project team and what are their roles?

Project Team:

At this stage, I am the sole contributor to this project. As a seasoned product manager with extensive experience in application development, I will oversee all aspects of the proposal, including project planning, community engagement, and execution.

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Future Team Members:

Once the proposal is approved, I plan to recruit additional team members, including:

• Developers: I have established connections with outsourcing companies that provide high-quality developers for on-demand projects.
• Marketing Specialists: To run campaigns and gather contestants and voters, I will hire a marketing specialist.
• Graphic Designers: To create promotional materials, including banners and advertisements.

[BUDGET & COSTS] Please provide a cost breakdown of the proposed work and resources

Project conception: 10,000 ADA for 1 month

Application development: 20,000 ADA for 3 months

Marketing: 3,000 ADA for 1 month

Contest Prize: 50,000 ADA

[VALUE FOR MONEY] How does the cost of the project represent value for money for the Cardano ecosystem?

Value for Money:

The costs associated with this project reflect the value it brings to the Cardano ecosystem. The budget was developed based on previous projects of similar complexity, taking into account the expenses of hiring full-stack developers and running effective marketing campaigns.

A significant portion of the budget will be allocated to the contest winner's prize, which aligns with industry standards for awards in this sector. By offering a competitive prize, we aim to attract high-quality candidates, ensuring a diverse range of anthems for consideration.

This investment represents great value for Cardano, as it not only facilitates the creation of a unifying anthem but also establishes a decision-making mechanism that can be applied to future governance initiatives. The long-term benefits of fostering community engagement and enhancing Cardano's cultural identity far outweigh the initial costs, positioning the ecosystem for sustained growth and recognition.