Looking for work...

[djtet]

OK...I really wasn't going to use this forum as a place to look for work, but I couldn't pass up the opportunity to network. Everyone who's tried monster, hot jobs, etc., know that they don't work! The BEST was to get a job is by networking!

This is my situation...
I moved to Charleston, SC about two years ago and at the time just finished some graphic/web schooling and started looking for a job. It didn't take long to realize that this area has extremely little (if any) opportunities in the design field. So, I have a 40/week non-design job and need to find some design work, either here or somewhere else. I will definately consider relocating elsewhere if it's a good opportunity. So please, if you know of anyone that's looking to hire a very eager, talented individual, let me know. My website is www.djtet.com (follow the link below)!
Thanks,
Dan

[eyelikeart]

I've had my resumé on monster.com for a few years now and have only gotten 3 nibbles... :(

I've found the absolute best way to find work is by networking my ass off. I make every chance encounter & person I meet an opportunity to get something. Go out and push yourself, ask questions to people, surround yourself with those who u know u can find success. It makes things a lot easier, when u are around like-minded individuals. to get that inside edge.

Most of my freelance work has stemmed from jovial discussion of things I'm doing and keeping up a good communication with people. ;)

[djtet]

Thanks for the input! When I first graduated college, back in 98', I couldn't find decent work and if I got any responses from monster, or such sites, it was garbage...it was similar to getting calls from telemarketers. Eventually I landed a job only because a friend got me in the door for an interview. Now, a few years later, I'm looking to break into the design industry (I used to be a marketing man) and I know the only way to get a decent job is by networking...

Hopefully a few others will see this thread and word will get out!
Thanks again!

[jefhatfield]

i like the website...clear and to the point

job well done!

[wdlove]

That's interesting that with all the technology that we have today, the old tried and true is superior. One on one contact is always better!

I was suprise though to hear that monster.com etc are not that successful! :confused:

[alia]

The last two jobs I've gotten (in the web design/development field no less) has been through online job sites. One was through BrainBench and the other from a recruiter who found my resume on Monster.com. For both jobs I'd had multiple interviews from different companies at the same time, all gotten online. I think I'm just one of the lucky ones though.

My boyfriend's been out of work for almost a year and a half and he's only had one or two phone interviews from online sites. His last job was through a friend as well.

This economy doesn't make it any easier, either!

Alia

[JesseJames]

Dude, the next time a job interview doesn't go well. Bolt up from your chair and tear off your shirt while howling at the top of your lungs. :D

[GeneR]

I get an alumni email letter from time to time with design jobs in it. I'll PM people if they are interested. Just PM me. Thanks! :D

P.S. Most of the jobs are in So Cal, so if that's a problem, don't PM me. :D

[rainman::|:|]

Sign up with the local temp services, you'll get a few crappy temp jobs to hold you over, eventually you'll find a temp-to-hire job that you like enough to stick with. It's how i got my job, which is like the best job on earth... besides pastry-factory quality control...

pnw

[wdlove]

Originally posted by alia
The last two jobs I've gotten (in the web design/development field no less) has been through online job sites. One was through BrainBench and the other from a recruiter who found my resume on Monster.com. For both jobs I'd had multiple interviews from different companies at the same time, all gotten online. I think I'm just one of the lucky ones though.

My boyfriend's been out of work for almost a year and a half and he's only had one or two phone interviews from online sites. His last job was through a friend as well.

This economy doesn't make it any easier, either!

Alia

Happy belated B-Day Alia! ;) Did you do anything special on you day? I hope that your boyfriend finds a job soon.