1. Project Overview
The Sandbox Content Bootcamp & Contentathon is a 1-month hybrid program designed to train 100 creators (writers and video content creators) in Web3 storytelling and content production, with a special focus on The Sandbox ecosystem. This initiative will provide participants with the knowledge, tools, and mentorship needed to transition their existing creative skills into the blockchain space—especially around metaverse and gaming content.
The bootcamp culminates in a Contentathon, a competitive content challenge where participants produce original content (articles, explainer videos, tutorials) centered around The Sandbox. A $1,500 prize pool will reward top contributors whose content brings the most value to onboarding or educating new users about Sandbox.
This initiative directly supports onboarding new creators, expands The Sandbox’s visibility in emerging markets (especially Africa), and establishes a pipeline of trained content creators aligned with the platform’s values and needs.
2. Problem Identification
Many talented content creators in emerging markets, particularly in Africa, lack entry points into the Web3 and metaverse ecosystem. Despite their storytelling skills, they struggle to find educational resources, opportunities, and community support to pivot into blockchain-aligned platforms like The Sandbox.
Additionally, there is a shortage of high-quality, creator-native educational content around The Sandbox that is beginner-friendly and culturally inclusive. This gap affects onboarding, discoverability, and long-term engagement, especially in non-Western markets.
Our team, working in community growth and education across Africa, has repeatedly encountered this demand from creators seeking a way to plug into Web3 without becoming technical developers.
3. Solution Approach
Our solution is a structured hybrid content bootcamp that trains creators on:
- Basics of Web3 & metaverse storytelling
- The Sandbox ecosystem and creator economy
- Best practices for writing educational threads, articles, and explainer videos
- Tools for content production, publishing, and distribution
- Sandbox-specific themes, lore, and builder tools (including Game Maker & VoxEdit, optional tracks)
The bootcamp ends with a Contentathon, where all participants create Sandbox-related content (e.g., tutorials, story-driven lore, or video explainers). Submissions are judged by impact, accuracy, and creativity.
We’ll use interactive online sessions, mentorship, community support, and a shared publishing platform. This low-barrier, creator-first approach is scalable and inclusive, especially compared to technical builder programs.
4. Impact Measurement
We will measure success using the following metrics:
- Enrollment Goal: 100 creators accepted into the program
- Content Completion: 75+ participants submit at least one Sandbox-related content piece
- Content Quality: 20+ articles/videos rated “excellent” by reviewers (criteria: educational value, accuracy, presentation)
- Engagement Metrics: Cumulative reach of 50K+ views/reads across submitted content
- Creator Retention: At least 50 participants opt-in to join future Sandbox community programs or continue creating content beyond bootcamp
5. Technical Implementation & Timeline
| Milestone | Deliverables | Expected Completion Date | % of Total Grant Request | How to demonstrate |
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| #1 | Bootcamp Curriculum Design & Application Launch | Week 1 | 15% | Curriculum doc, landing page, open applications |
| #2 | 4-week Content Bootcamp Execution | Week 2–5 | 35% | Attendance records, session recordings, feedback forms |
| #3 | Contentathon Planning & Execution | Week 6 | 25% | Event recap, submissions tracker, judging reports |
| #4 | Content Publishing + Final Recap | Week 7 | 25% | Published content links, impact report, testimonials |
6. Team Qualifications
The team behind this proposal includes:
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NextBridge Africa – A public goods org focused on open knowledge and Web3 education in Africa, known for hosting NextMixer and Web3Conf Enugu with 500+ attendees.
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Lead Facilitators:
- Tobi (Defiboy) – DevRel & Marketer, 6+ years in software & technical writing with over 30+ articles created for blockchains across Morph, Creator L2, Asset Chain and [Umi Network](https://uminetwork.com]. Link to Defiboy’s social: X
- Lydia – Content strategist, video content creator, with 3+ years experience in the field. Link to Lydia’s social: X
- Chioma – Content Writer & Community Manager with over 3+ years of experience. Link to Chioma’s social: X
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Supported by technical advisors and creators in The Sandbox Nigeria community.
7. Budget Allocation & Sustainability
Total Grant Requested: $5,000
Breakdown:
- Bootcamp facilitator & guest speaker fees – $1,500
- Contentathon prize pool – $1,500
- Coordination, tools, and logistics – $1,000
- Content hosting, video editing & publishing – $700
- Design & marketing – $300
Sustainability:
We will create a lasting Sandbox Content Creator Handbook and launch a Telegram community for ongoing engagement. Additionally, top participants will be referred to other Sandbox community campaigns, guilds, or DAO workstreams. The model can be reused quarterly with new cohorts.
How did you hear about the Sandbox DAO Grants Program?
Through the official Sandbox DAO website and community updates.