Assistant Manager Kim Hates Idols - Chapter 58
Only Krnovel
| Episode 58. Corporate promotional video shooting (1)
I don’t know how fandom names are usually decided. The only idol I know is Spark.
Still, I clearly remember the reason why Spark’s fandom name was decided.
So, I remember it was at the live where they recruited the first generation of fan club members and revealed the cheering sticks…
While I was recalling my memories, Yoo Han-soo passionately preached about the importance of the relationship between Spark, the stage name, and the fandom.
To sum it all up in one sentence, the idea was to name the fan club ‘Only’.
“The one and only being that sustains the group spark and makes the spark a single entity… … .”
Yeah, yeah. ‘Only’ good.
It’s unique. And it’s pretty because it’s a Korean fandom name.
I think it’s not bad because if you use it with Spark, you can call it ‘the only spark’.
Then what should I do? I was so obsessed with the concept that now I just feel like I’ve been eaten up.
It was also unpleasant that the first letter of the fandom name was aligned with my last name, ‘Yu’.
There are so many traces of people trying to leave their mark on something. Is this the fandom?
The reaction when the fandom name was revealed was also obvious.
≫ Just keep it simple, really
Brain cutting should be done moderately
≫ It’s disgusting that you keep pushing the worldview of becoming one while gritting your teeth and releasing 12 types of Poka, you fucking bastards
└ Recommendation
≫ Bubble Pop nickname changed to the only ATM
└ As soon as I made the edit, I got a boost from the enthusiastic support.
(The only ATM, are you busy right now?)
I thought you were asking me to lend you money… … .
└ Hahahahahahahahahahahahaha
└ New type of smishing lol
└ Paid message leaks are prohibited. Please take down the post.
The world view and relationships are all good.
But at least the fandom name should focus more on the bond with the idol… … something like that, right?
“If we appeal to the fact that fans are an indispensable element of Spark’s activities, wouldn’t that make the fandom stronger? I think so.”
Don’t try to fit it into a unified worldview like that.
The conference room became quiet after Yoo Han-soo’s long speech.
That familiar atmosphere that lingers when business is heading in a direction with no answer. It feels comforting, yet uncomfortable.
Despite the tightly shut mouths, the planning team’s hands were busy moving.
It seemed like they were desperately brainstorming to somehow come up with a different fandom name.
If it were a normal situation, I would have tried to think of something by racking my brain, but this time, I don’t have to.
This is because the existing fandom name, ‘Sparkler’, was created by Spark members themselves, not the company.
What I’m saying is, even if you just sit still, the guys will come up with their own opinions.
Since the group name is still ‘Spark’, the fandom name will probably not be much different.
As expected, the employees who had been coming up with various ideas looked at us and asked.
“What do you guys think?”
It’s outrageous to be asked to express an opinion that goes against the plan in front of the person in charge (special: high-ranking official) who brought it, but what can I do? If I don’t want to be the only spark in the idol market, I have to actively announce it.
I pretended to be seriously thinking about it and watched the guys’ movements. The moment the name ‘Sparkler’ came up, I was ready to applaud, saying it was a brilliant idea.
So I thought, ‘Think about it, you guys! And let’s hurry up and talk about sparklers and then end this meeting!’
Something was strange.
Even though time passed relentlessly, the guys’ mouths did not move.
“PD-nim. Since the fandom name is something that will be used together with the group for a long time, it’s a good idea to take your time and think about it… .”
The planning team leader stepped in, perhaps sensing that the idols were embarrassed. However, Yoo Han-soo was stubborn.
“No. I think spending too much time on things like this is a waste of resources. If you want to use a small workforce efficiently, you have to eliminate unnecessary tasks.”
You’re going to do the idol business, but you’re referring to the fandom name as ‘this’? Are you a thoughtful person?
And if you were thinking of reducing unnecessary work in the first place, you could have just given it several names.
If one example is eliminated, we have to come up with another example and have another meeting to decide whether to pass it. It was frustrating.
‘Well, I guess you didn’t assume your own agenda would be passed in the first place.’
You can tell just by looking at that confident expression and attitude.
That guy has no doubt that his idea will be accepted. That’s why he keeps babbling like that.
I don’t understand how someone can be so confident. At this point, I’m starting to suspect that they’ve planted a spy in the company.
On the other hand, this side was still filled with silence.
At this point, someone has to speak up… … .
‘What? Why isn’t anyone commenting?’
For a moment, I doubted whether the past interviews of the guys who said they personally named their fandom ‘Sparkler’ after much thought were all lies.
And then I realized.
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▷ Excessive changes to existing schedules may result in corresponding disadvantages.
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This is also an effect of the system.
For example, let’s say the Spark guys needed about a week to think of a fandom name.
Because I drastically adjusted the debut date, a character named Yoo Han-soo suddenly barged in, and all the things that had to happen in the meantime were brought forward, leaving the guys with no time to worry.
Even though I have endangered the position of the finite number, I have ignited the finite number’s momentum.
It was like turning the already scarce time into ashes.
‘Fuck, was it really true that you spent so much time thinking about it!?’
I thought they made that up in 3 minutes with a flash of wit. I almost cried at their sincerity.
It has nothing to do with me whether the fandom name is Sparkler, Ilhan, or a third party.
Unrelated, but… … .
‘You know we’re here because there’s sparklers, right?’
≫ A deal where they can shine because we are there
Why do my babies speak so beautifully… …
└ That’s why I really like sparklersㅠㅠ I feel proud
≫ This is called spark-sparklage
Actually, aren’t they fireworks and firecrackers?
Looks like it came from a gunpowder company
It looks strong and good, though.
└ Rather good
As I was getting to know Spark fans, their reactions kept coming to mind.
‘Please write on the bottom right: ~The sparkler that will always make you shine~! Please take care of me this time too!’
Even the email sent by Director Nam’s daughter.
I said, holding back a sigh that was about to come out reflexively.
“I thought of a name because I was talking about the group name with the members a while ago.”
Even mentioning the members so that it doesn’t become entirely my fault.
“How about sparkler…?”
Since you’re the one being helped, I’ll only help you this much, you guys.
The subsequent meeting ended on the best possible note, although not completely satisfactory.
The stage name is Hold, and the fandom name is ‘Sparkler’.
Yoo Han-soo glared at me as if he was going to kill me, but it was none of my business.
Lee Cheong-hyeon, who came out of the conference room with me with an expression that said he had been watching for ten years, called me in a small voice.
“brother.”
“why?”
“Can’t you just plan our activities yourself?”
“You want me to change my career to become a producer instead of debuting? Is our Cheong-Hyeon picking on you right now?”
“That won’t work… … . Can’t we do it in parallel?”
No. Would the fans like it if a member who left the group produced it?
Even if non-professionals hold on to producing, it won’t be of any benefit to these guys.
“My mother used to say that society is a meritocracy. But these days, that saying seems wrong.”
“It is a meritocracy, but age is above ability.”
“aha.”
Lee Cheong-hyeon was easily convinced. He felt bitter that he had already shown the bitterness of society to a boy who was still a high school student.
Jeong Seong-bin, who was following behind me, said, as if he had heard the conversation between me and Lee Cheong-hyeon.
“But don’t be too negative, because they might be able to help you in other places.”
It was a healthy speech that I always emphasized, so that no matter where or who overheard it, it would be okay.
But this time we need to be a little more extreme.
When I saw him, I thought he should be kicked out.
There are people in this world who only do more work. It would be better if such people did not exist.
“I’ll have a lot to talk about with PD-nim.”
Jeong Seong-bin and Lee Cheong-hyeon looked at me at my words.
Even without them expressing it in words, I could read their gazes clearly. They were looking at me with pity.
Even if I suddenly withdraw in the future, I hope you will remember my efforts at least a little.
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While there were some tasks that the company and Yuhansu were debating, there were also tasks that were progressing smoothly.
The recording and music video filming were all planned out.
I think the planning team worked day and night to create this taste. I sincerely pay tribute to them.
Among them, recording went smoothly.
It would have been cool and great if everyone had miraculously finished recording in one take without a single NG…
Although not to that extent, everyone did their part very well.
Even though Jeong Seong-bin and Park Joo-woo got the OK sign on the first try, they called out to them several more times. It was a great attitude.
How fortunate I am that I could be included in this ‘everyone’.
It’s a blessing that I didn’t have the misfortune of being stuck in the recording booth all night.
So we have reached this point where the sound source has been completed.
Spark’s first music video shoot!
The condition was also excellent.
Thanks to Jeong Seong-bin’s intensive attention to managing dark circles, I was able to sleep for 8 hours a day for the past few days.
Lee Cheong-hyeon, who had also been under strict surveillance, spoke in an excited voice.
“Hyung, this is my first time wearing such heavy makeup! What do you think? Is it too much?”
“Anyway, if you shine a light on it, it’ll all fly away. And don’t worry, your face will be fine even if you paint it with food.”
“Wow, this is so touching!”
“Don’t really eat it. Don’t put anything in your face.”
“Of course. Skin trouble caused by lack of care is one of the seven deadly sins of idols… … .”
Lee Cheong-hyeon left with his eyes suddenly empty. As expected, he was a guy who was good at memorizing things.
Now was not the time to worry about Lee Cheong-hyeon’s makeup condition.
That’s the most important thing, but I’m not too worried about Lee Cheong-hyun’s makeup because the staff must have put their heart and soul into it…
The real problem lay elsewhere.
Right in my face.