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==What is an Area Manager?==
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An Area Manager is a Waze community member (a user) who wishes to take an active and proactive role in maintaining specific areas of the Waze map. How deeply involved and how much time an Area Manager spends maintaining the Waze map varies greatly. Duties of an Area Manager include, but not necessarily limited to
* Make changes to the map when road construction projects complete and road geometry needs to be changed, or roads added or removed from the map
* Edit road construction areas, especially for closures so that users are not routed into those areas.
* Process Pending Deletions from other map editors who do not have deletion rights
* Respond to and act on Update Requests from Waze drivers
* Maintain speed and red-light cameras, processing reports of devices from Waze drivers
* Process and resolve Map Errors or Problems as shown on that layer in the Map Editor
* Act as a mentor to other editors, offering advice in both the forums and when you see improper edits on the map


<br/>An Area Manager, AM for short, is a Waze community member (a user) who wishes to take an active and proactive role in maintaining specific areas of the Waze map. How deeply involved and how much time an Area Manager spends maintaining the Waze map varies greatly. Duties of an Area Manager include, but not necessarily limited to:


==How to Become an Area Manager==
*Respond to and correct user update requests on the [[Update Requests in Waze Map Editor|Update Requests]] layer.
To become an Area Manager, use [[Cartouche]] and position the map and set the zoom level to show the area you want to manage. Click on [[Cartouche_-_Update_map#Super_Permalink|Super Permalink]] and then copy the address from the address bar in your browser. Email that link to [mailto:areamanagers@waze.com areamanagers@waze.com] with your Waze username and your email address and the message subject: Area Manager application request.
*Process and resolve map errors/problems as shown on the [[Map Problems in Waze Map Editor|Map Problems]] layer.
*Make changes to the map when road construction projects start and finish by maintaining new geometry, adding or deleting roads and disconnecting and re-connecting ramps.
*Maintain speed and red-light cameras, processing reports of devices from Waze drivers.
*Act as a mentor to other editors, offering advice in both the forums and when you see improper edits on the map.


There can be more than one Area Manager in the same area. Areas can overlap, or be smaller or larger. And you can be the Area Manager for more than one area.




== Add yourself to the Area Manager Map ==
== How to Become an Area Manager ==
Consider adding yourself to the [http://g.co/maps/bnvna Waze Area Manager Global Map] once you have received your Area Manager access!


Add a pin for your approximate location and a shape for your approximate area on the [http://g.co/maps/f59ur editable version of the map]. Please note that the editable version of the map will only show a limited number of pins/shapes "per page", so don't fret if you don't see anyone else on this version! Also, all changes to this map are live, so be careful not to delete or change anyone else's stuff.
The position of Area Manager is by appointment. To become an area manager, you must meet the prerequisites and then submit your application.


To add your pin:
Prospective Area Managers should already...
* From the [http://g.co/maps/f59ur "Editable Map"], zoom in on your location
* On the left panel of the screen, click on the "Edit" button
* In the top left of the map, click on the blue icon
* Set your pin on your approximate location
* Add your Waze userid as the "Title" and any extra information you would like to provide in the description
* On the left panel of the screen, click on the "Done" button


To add your AM area:
*have at least a few months of experience editing the Waze maps regularly.
* From the [http://g.co/maps/f59ur "Editable Map"], zoom in on your location
*have read and followed the guidelines for mapping found in the wiki, starting at the Waze Map Editing page.
* On the left panel of the screen, click on the "Edit" button
*have completed at least 5000 quality edits.
* In the top left of the map, click on the small down triangle next to the line icon
*have a real Waze username which does not start with usa_ or world_.
* Mouse click to set the points of your approximate AM area
*have forum PMs enabled and associated with a valid and verifiable email address.
* Add your Waze userid + AM as the "Title" and any extra information you would like to provide in the description
*be active in the Waze forums, asking questions, and even providing guidance for newer editors, if possible.
* On the left panel of the screen, click on the "Done" button


[http://g.co/maps/bnvna WELCOME TO THE CLUB!]
Note that Area Manager appointments automatically expire after 90 days of inactivity.


==Area Manager FAQ==
=== Required Reading ===
* [[Area Manager: 101]]
* [[Map Editing (new_Editor)|Map Editing]]
* [[Area Manager: Diagnosis]]
* [[Area Manager: Tips and Tricks]]
* [[Area Manager: YouTube Training Videos]]
* [[Area Manager: How to edit wiki pages]]
* [[Best map editing practice]]
* [[Known issues]]


Before applying to become an AM, you will be expected to have read the following wiki pages and forums.


===Area Manager To Do lists - Map Editing===
'''Wiki'''
* [[To Do lists - Major Cities]]
 
* [[To Do lists - Country-State-Province]]
*[[Map Editing Quick-start Guide]]
* [[To Do lists - POI Categories]]
*[[Best map editing practice]]
*[[Map Editing Tips and Hints]]
*[[Waze Map Editor]] and all the [[Editing manual]] links therein
 
''Be sure to also find and read the editing guidelines specific to your country.''
 
'''Forum'''
 
You should also read these two forums and know where the Unlock Request is located
 
*[http://www.waze.com/forum/viewtopic.php?f=636&t=45237%7C READ ME FIRST! General forum guidelines]
*[http://www.waze.com/forum/viewtopic.php?t=51274 Unlock Request Instructions]
*[http://www.waze.com/forum/viewforum.php?f=199 Unlock Request]
 
== Area Manager application process ==
 
==== Identifying your area ====
 
Before you head off to submit your application for AM, use the [[Waze Map Editor]], position the map and set the zoom level to show the area you want to manage. Make a [[Waze Map Editor#Permalink|Permalink]] of the area and copy the address from the address bar in your browser.
 
=== Area Manager territory ===
 
*More than one Area Manager can manage the same area.
*Areas can overlap, be smaller or larger.
*You can also be the AM for more than one area. Notice the green area of the map has four managers.
 
[[File:AreaManagerLayer.png]]
 
=== The application ===
 
If you would like to become an Area Manager, or expand your existing area, you will need to '''complete the appropriate application form for your country'''. The following countries have a self management system and requests will be approved by Country Managers or Regional Coordinators.
 
''Please go to the relevant [http://www.waze.com/forum/viewforum.php?f=19 country forum] to find the appropriate application form:''
 
*[http://world.waze.com/forum/viewtopic.php?f=56&t=59583 Australia]
*[http://www.waze.com/forum/viewforum.php?f=700 Belgium] / [http://www.waze.com/forum/viewforum.php?f=21 The Netherlands] / [http://www.waze.com/forum/viewforum.php?f=381 Luxembourg]
*[http://www.waze.com/forum/viewtopic.php?f=331&t=29288 Brazil]
*[http://www.waze.com/forum/viewforum.php?f=440 Chile]
*[http://www.waze.com/forum/viewtopic.php?f=450&t=80076 Colombia]
*[http://www.waze.com/forum/viewtopic.php?f=501&t=64255 Costa Rica]
*[http://www.waze.com/forum/viewforum.php?f=22 Czech republic & Slovakia]
*[http://www.waze.com/forum/viewforum.php?f=34 France]
*[http://www.waze.com/forum/viewforum.php?f=24 Germany / Austria / Switzerland]
*[[Guatemala/Administrador de Área|Guatemala]]
*[http://www.waze.com/forum/viewforum.php?f=25 Hungary]
*[http://www.waze.com/forum/viewforum.php?f=171 India]
*[http://www.waze.co.il/forum/viewforum.php?f=38 Israel]
*[http://www.waze.com/forum/viewforum.php?f=20 Italy]
*[http://www.waze.com/forum/viewtopic.php?f=151&t=104573 Latvia]
*[http://www.waze.com/forum/viewforum.php?f=279 Malaysia] / [http://www.waze.com/forum/viewforum.php?f=191 Singapore] / Brunei
*[http://www.waze.com/forum/viewforum.php?f=465 Mexico]
*[http://www.waze.com/forum/viewtopic.php?f=122&t=104719&sid=67ee2711b3087799a176fa5dc5b32852 New Zealand]
*[http://www.waze.com/forum/viewforum.php?f=54 Norway]
*[http://www.waze.com/forum/viewtopic.php?f=359&t=88599 Paraguay]
*[http://www.waze.com/forum/viewforum.php?f=309 Philippines]
*[http://www.waze.com/forum/viewforum.php?f=611 Portugal]
*[http://www.waze.com/forum/viewforum.php?f=120 Romania]
*[http://world.waze.com/forum/viewforum.php?f=26 Spain]
*[http://www.waze.com/forum/viewforum.php?f=33 Sweden]
*[http://www.waze.com/forum/viewforum.php?f=55 United Kingdom]
*[http://www.waze.com/forum/viewforum.php?f=645 USA]
*[http://www.waze.com/forum/viewtopic.php?f=65&t=122231 Venezuela]
 
'''For all other countries''', AM requests should be [http://docs.google.com/a/waze.com/spreadsheet/viewform?formkey=dGl6TVF2bzFtdHRWUDVzR3N5TllZanc6MA#gid=0 submitted via this form] and will be handled directly by Waze support.
 
== Area Manager Links ==
 
*[[Waze Map Editor|Map Editing]]
*[[Best map editing practice]]
*[[Help:Wiki editing]]
*Road Types: [[Road types/USA|(USA)]], [[Road Types India|India]]
*[[Junction Style Guide]]

Latest revision as of 16:34, 5 June 2015

The specific details of the Area Manager role are currently under review within the Waze community. Some of the information below is currently out of date. Please review the forums for more information. Once the role changes are finalized, this section will be updated as required.


An Area Manager, AM for short, is a Waze community member (a user) who wishes to take an active and proactive role in maintaining specific areas of the Waze map. How deeply involved and how much time an Area Manager spends maintaining the Waze map varies greatly. Duties of an Area Manager include, but not necessarily limited to:

  • Respond to and correct user update requests on the Update Requests layer.
  • Process and resolve map errors/problems as shown on the Map Problems layer.
  • Make changes to the map when road construction projects start and finish by maintaining new geometry, adding or deleting roads and disconnecting and re-connecting ramps.
  • Maintain speed and red-light cameras, processing reports of devices from Waze drivers.
  • Act as a mentor to other editors, offering advice in both the forums and when you see improper edits on the map.


How to Become an Area Manager

The position of Area Manager is by appointment. To become an area manager, you must meet the prerequisites and then submit your application.

Prospective Area Managers should already...

  • have at least a few months of experience editing the Waze maps regularly.
  • have read and followed the guidelines for mapping found in the wiki, starting at the Waze Map Editing page.
  • have completed at least 5000 quality edits.
  • have a real Waze username which does not start with usa_ or world_.
  • have forum PMs enabled and associated with a valid and verifiable email address.
  • be active in the Waze forums, asking questions, and even providing guidance for newer editors, if possible.

Note that Area Manager appointments automatically expire after 90 days of inactivity.

Required Reading

Before applying to become an AM, you will be expected to have read the following wiki pages and forums.

Wiki

Be sure to also find and read the editing guidelines specific to your country.

Forum

You should also read these two forums and know where the Unlock Request is located

Area Manager application process

Identifying your area

Before you head off to submit your application for AM, use the Waze Map Editor, position the map and set the zoom level to show the area you want to manage. Make a Permalink of the area and copy the address from the address bar in your browser.

Area Manager territory

  • More than one Area Manager can manage the same area.
  • Areas can overlap, be smaller or larger.
  • You can also be the AM for more than one area. Notice the green area of the map has four managers.

The application

If you would like to become an Area Manager, or expand your existing area, you will need to complete the appropriate application form for your country. The following countries have a self management system and requests will be approved by Country Managers or Regional Coordinators.

Please go to the relevant country forum to find the appropriate application form:

For all other countries, AM requests should be submitted via this form and will be handled directly by Waze support.