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WELCOME TO THE SAM'S CAFE JOB FAIR, where our motto is "Being unemployed is some bullshit. Give me a job."

We are disorganized, but that's excellent preparation for life!

Basically, the idea is to bring all three thousand of us together in an orgy of job-seeking. We ask for advice and give advice and network without all the really gross slimy bits of networking.

IF YOU ARE LOOKING FOR A JOB...leave a comment! Tell us what you're looking for and where, and what your qualifications are, to the degree that you're comfortable.

IF YOUR PLACE OF WORK IS HIRING...leave a comment! Tell us what the job is and where, and what kind of person you're looking for, again, to the degree that you're comfortable.

Feel free to post anonymously if you wish, especially if you're linking to a resume or LinkedIn and don't want your screen name associated with your facetime identity.

Make sure you also read the comments, in case a match is out there waiting for you, or a colleague in your field has also commented and could be a good connection. If you have questions about applying for jobs or interviewing or anything career-related, ask! If you have some awesome advice to give, now's the time to share it!

If you're curious about how this has worked before, you can check out the previous two, and you may want to have a look at the Job Advice Sub-Thread snaxcident started last time.

Have at it, and keep checking back!

Comments

[thefannishwaldo.livejournal.com]

Alright, I'll jump in feet first...

Practically speaking, I'm looking for work as a teacher. I have an Illinois Type 03 (Elementary Education) and a Type 10 (Special Ed - Deaf and Hard of Hearing). I am eligible for an Emergency Type 10 LBS I or LBS II if I can find a principal who wants me there. I do plan to eventually go to school to get my LBS. I am also National Board Certified, so really, if something amazing came along, I could go anywhere in the country and not have to worry about certificate reciprocity.

Idealistically, I'd love to be able to support myself as an artist. I'm a photographer and do just about every kind of handcraft I've been able to get my hands on. If you're in Northern Illinois/NW Indiana and need things photographed for an Etsy or for Ebay or a blog, I'd love to start doing that kind of freelance work. Examples of my work can be seen on my Etsy (http://www.etsy.com/shop/WizardAtWork) or my photography blog (http://shootingdownthemiddleoftheroad.blogspot.com/).

Thanks for any info, pointers or tips you may have for me!

[trinity_clare]

Can I be horrible and point you at my thread? I'm looking for info and resources on working with Deaf/HoH people and you sound like you might know something about it.

looking for a SOCIAL WORKER

[devohoneybee.livejournal.com]

My work place is looking for a social worker (masters level) to work with me in a 16-bed residential treatment program for homeless veterans. Combination of case management and group and individual treatment. Pay scale is GS level 9-11 depending on experience. Location is Albuquerque, NM.

Position is full time but may be shared with another, similar program, 50/50. Those details still being worked out. Respond to me at devohoneybee@yahoo.com and we'll talk.

Re: looking for a SOCIAL WORKER

[ysabet.livejournal.com]

You might want to post this position in Tucson, AZ; I work for a company that handles mental health clients for the state of AZ, and we had some layoffs not that long ago due to funding cuts-- there's quite a few qualified workers with *exactly* that kind of experience here in town, and being that you're only one state over you may well find some who'd be willing to move.

Good luck!

Postgrad student with unemployable qualification seeks advice

[musicforwolves.livejournal.com]

Figured I'd get in early (it's 3 a.m. here, but I couldn't miss the fair).

My question is less about getting a job, but more about how I go about advancing. I'm currently a postgraduate student in film, tutoring at a university in New Zealand. This is all well and good; between student loans and tutoring pay I do alright, and I'd be happy to continue tutoring for a few more years after this.
The problem is that ideally I'd like to become a lecturer in the subject. The only thing standing between me and that is a doctorate, and it's been suggested that I go overseas to undertake the doctorate. I can see several reasons why this would be the case, not least of which being that it demonstrates I'm not a one-trick pony. The problem is that I don't want to uproot in a year's time. I like living here - it's where all my stuff is, for a start.

I want to put myself in a good position to get the only job I'm really qualified for, but I'm being told that in order for that to happen, I have to do something I think I'd really dislike.
Sam's Cafe members, if you did postgrad work, was it at the same college where you were an undergraduate? If so, did it decrease your chances of a job you wanted?

Re: Postgrad student with unemployable qualification seeks advice

[fmanalyst.livejournal.com]

The perception among search committees in the US is that it's best to go to a variety of programs rather than doing undergraduate and graduate work at the same place because it broadens your education. If you stay at the same place, then you limit yourself to the knowledge and specialties of the faculty there, but if you move on, then your education is more well-rounded because you've been exposed to more. It's also rare to be hired as a faculty member at the same place where you did your schooling, so if that's something you'd like, you'd be better off doing your graduate work somewhere else.

Looking for SOCIAL WORKER/YOUTH WORKER in OTTAWA, Canada

[(Anonymous)]

My work is looking for a "Group Mentoring Program Facilitator." It's a half-time position (17.5h/wk) with benefits. You'll essentially be coordinating volunteer-run group activities for youth (sports, arts, cooking, etc).

Job ad: http://www.charityvillage.com/cvnet/viewlisting.aspx?id=238960 or http://www.pqchc.com/jobs.htm

The program itself is http://www.pathwaystoeducation.ca

We're looking for experience working with youth & with diverse populations, some experience running programming, and at least a functional level of bilingualism (French/English).

RAHT

[petranef.livejournal.com]

I am a Canadian Registered Animal Health Technician. I am looking for work in the specific areas of zoo, wildlife, exotics, or rehabilitation. The job market up here is as dry as a bone. BTW, our training also qualifies us to work in the US, if one can get a work visa there, but maybe you have some other Canadian members with some ideas. Not really looking to move down there.

Thanks.

Re: RAHT

[nutmeg3.livejournal.com]

I'm a volunteer at the Bronx Zoo, so of only minimal help to you, but do you keep tabs on the job board at the AZA site? (Here, I found the link for you: http://www.aza.org/JobListings/) I think Canadian jobs occasionally show up there, along with fieldwork opportunities, though it's mainly US stuff. Sorry about that last bit, but still...it might help.

special needs child caretaker - Lansing Mich area

[snufflesdbear.livejournal.com]

A friend of mine is looking for a permanent, PT (10-15hrs week) care taker for her special needs ...umm..9yr old? Needs to know - or willing to learn - ASL. Contact me if intereted, and I will get more info from her and get you in contact. snufflesdbear @ gmail.com (remove the spaces)

Re: special needs child caretaker - Lansing Mich area

[thefannishwaldo.livejournal.com]

Damn, too bad I'm in Chicago.

Has she looked at whichever Michigan Universities have a DHH program? I'll bet there's a college student who would love the opportunity to start getting their resume together.

Recent Graduate seeks social media and marketing work

[foreverrhapsody.livejournal.com]

Hello! I'm a recent graduate from a liberal arts college with a BA in Performing Arts with a Concentration in Music and a Minor in Creative Writing, but I've also taken classes in Media Studies. My eventual goal is to work in media and marketing, and I've completed two internships along those lines. One of those internships was at a publishing company in Los Angeles, where I helped organize and plan their summer marketing tour and online web series, and the other took place in my college's Career Services office, where I created a social media presence and researched and implemented several projects for the Director of the office. I am currently volunteering with a local comic store to create a social media presence and reach out into the community and help raise their public profile. I'm taking a year off from school to get my feet under me and earn some money before starting grad school, but I'm eventually going to get my MA in Media Studies from the New School.

Right now, I work at my old high school job (fast food) near home just to be earning and saving money, but I'm looking for an entry level position in social media and marketing in one of the bigger cities in New York, either the city itself or upstate (Rochester, Buffalo, Syracuse). I also have experience in general office and assistant work. I can send you references, a link to my LinkedIn profile, my online profile, and my resume and cover letter. Message me or email me at snowwhitesings@gmail.com if you have any opportunities that fit any of the experiences I've mentioned above.

I'm also looking for general job search tips, as well as any help you can offer for someone who is looking to move to NYC from a small town in the middle of nowhere. :D

[copperbadge.livejournal.com]

FWIW, I found when I was applying to jobs in distant cities it helped to either have an address listed in the area (usually a friend) or be upfront in the cover letter, mention that you're looking to relocate and will cover costs personally. I got more interviews when I started doing that.

looking for work in memphis

[christa delacy (from livejournal.com)]

Hi there cafe,
I'm moving to Memphis, TN in a few weeks and am looking for work there. I have experience working in an office doing data entry, filing, general office assistant type stuff and am looking for something like that.
I'm working on my BA in visual arts-expecting to graduate this spring- and I know a bit about photoshop/illustrator as well. If you know of any entry level creative-type jobs, or internships, I am more than interested.
I have a website set up with some of my art at: http://www.christadelacy.com
I've also done retail management/shift leader type stuff, and would consider doing that again as well. Part time or full time.
Best of luck everyone!

Re: looking for work in memphis

[jenna kass (from livejournal.com)]

This is off-topic to jobs-in-Memphis, but on-topic for art. I hope you don't find a little critique untoward.

I would deeply suggest displaying your art differently. If you don't want to go through the hassle of setting up your own website, using Blogger is great, but I think it would be better to utilize the blog format: post each piece of art, tag it digital, painting/printmaking, etc, link the tags on the sidebar. All of my professors have stressed ease-of-viewing as the most important aspect of any artist website, corroborated by a the articles written by art directors that I've read.

For free gallery, as alternatives or in addition to Blogger, you can check out places like Behance; there are also free website services, like Weebly.

I do like your art quite a bit, which is why I felt the need to pipe up. Good art deserves to be displayed to its best advantage (:

[redstapler.livejournal.com]

The company I work for is looking for:
Cocoa Developer
Senior Tools Software Programmer
Junior Software Programmer
Frontend Web Developer
Web Application Developer
Visual Designer (UX/UI)
UX Designer
Technical Customer Support Representative

Our HQ is in Austin, but we also have Los Angeles and San Francisco offices.

Detailed descriptions of the jobs can be found here (http://gamesalad.com/corporate/about/careers/).

[kurai-mori.livejournal.com]

I am emailing that link to my older brother. I'm assuming he's most qualified for junior software programmer, although I don't know all the details of what he learned/worked with in school. He recently graduated with a bachelor's in computer science, has a life-long dedication to gaming and technology, and lives in the bay area (so he'll be aiming for the SF office).

Do you have any specific advice I should relay to him?

Will Work For Money

[spiderine.livejournal.com]

Imagine me sitting on the sidewalk with a sign: "Will Work For Money."

I live in the Boston area. At this point I'll do anything I'm physically able to do, as long as I can get there on the T.

I am a Mistress of the Administrative Arts (just ask Sam!) My best skills are in office work, and writing/editing, but I know that most of the Cafe have the same skills.

I bake bread LIKE A BOSS but can only do so for local pickup/delivery. But I'd be happy to come to your house and teach you to bake bread! It'll be great fun!

I can babysit your cat or dog or organize your office/closet/life. I'm shit at housework but I can give it a go. You *don't* want me babysitting your kid until ze's out of diapers, but after that I'll give it a go.

I can make a garden from a jungle as long as I have the tools and supplies.

Or, you know, you might want to hire me for your store, restaurant or whatever.

Anything else you want me to do, I'd love to hear the proposal.

Simply put: Will Work For Money. Yeah.

Re: Will Work For Money

[bonnie131313.livejournal.com]

Not sure if this would be any help but there will be a Job Fair at the Thomas Crane Public Library on September 21st from 3-5:30pm. The library is just a couple of blocks from the Quincy Center T Stop on the red line. Looks like about 20 or so companies will be there. Good Luck

[muchadoabouthim.livejournal.com]

I'm a junior in college working on a degree in Foreign Languages and Linguistics.

I'm looking for a part time job in or very close to Tuscaloosa, Alabama. I'm also looking for suggestions for summer jobs in Tuscaloosa, the Cleveland area, or San Bernardino, CA.

I have experience supervising children, teaching logic to college students, going door-to-door for a political campaign, and cleaning school floors.

[kallaneboi.livejournal.com]

Have you looked at the university's job site, jobs.ua.edu? It's how I got my student job while I was still in school there. And keep checking it regularly--new jobs pop up all the time.

(Hello fellow Tuscaloosa person!)

[(Anonymous)]

Halifax, Nova Scotia. I am an underemployed costumer/cutter/stitcher looking for commission work or other prospects. I do corsetry and fannish/geek work and have worked with drag queens/crossdressers of all sexes and orientations. I don't mind doing specific kink work and I don't mind working long-distance. I am starting to do fursuit work but am by no means an expert yet. I can be completely confidential if required, or I can blog the hell out of whatever project I am working on, all you have to do is ask.

Failing that, I think I am an ok office/temp worker and can do spreadsheets, customer service and answer phones like a grownup.

[troubleinchina.livejournal.com]

There's a really active kink community in Halifax through Fetlife, are you familiar with it?

Also, I know some of the people who run Animaritime are based in Halifax. Perhaps you can get in touch with them about being a vendor next year?

looking for resources on learning ASL and finding jobs in WI/MN/IL

[trinity_clare]

Hi! So I'm looking for any old dead-end job right now, because it has been a full year since I graduated from college and I have only just now started to figure out what I want to do career-wise. I have a B.A. in liberal arts (theatre) and I've spent the last year working mailroom/shipping. I have mad organizational skills, can wrangle up to 30 people at a time, and absolutely adore boring, repetitive tasks so long as they're not computer-based. Based in Madison, WI, but willing to go anywhere on the Twin Cities-Chicago corridor.

But, speaking of figuring out what I want to do career-wise, I have recently discovered that my childhood dream of learning ASL and working with the Deaf community is...actually something I could do for real. (*facepalm*) Any resources/advice in this field would be highly welcome. The only thing I can find in town right now is a class at the local tech school.

Thanks!

Re: looking for resources on learning ASL and finding jobs in WI/MN/IL

[http://users.livejournal.com/jane_drew_/]

Good first step: I would get in touch with the Rochester School for the Deaf (http://www.rsdeaf.org/). It's in Rochester, NY, which is a great area-- and they would definitely be able to direct you towards resources for the career goals you have. Might be some stuff on their website, actually.

Kitchen staff Berlin Ohio

[snufflesdbear.livejournal.com]

We are looking for kitchen staff at my restaurant. It is basically minimum wage, thankless, hard work. Don't expect much from them, and you will still be disappointed.
Still there? Dishwashers, food prep, cooks (no fancy degrees needed)wait staff. Ability to work most evenings and weekends. Mondays we are closed. We close from the sunday before christmas until mid march (after a year, you can get unemployment during that time).
If you are on unemployment now, it will help your benefits last longer. If you are on welfare/food stamps, you could work under a certain number of hours and still receive those. There is a 401k. Some small benefits you can get after a year.
They are not actively, but can be passively racist, homophobic and mysoginistic at turns. And I take great pleasure in slapping them down. There are a lot of small town red necks working there.
Want to join me in the slapping fest? Email me at snufflesdbear @ gmail.com and remove the spaces in the email.

Re: Kitchen staff Berlin Ohio

[azure-chaos.livejournal.com]

Oh hai thar, you sell this job so well it almost makes me want to move to the US lol (if I weren't a walking Kitchen Apocalypse^(TM) & also currently unable to work). Seriously though, the honesty is refreshing, I hope you find someone to help you in the slap fest because that sounds like a mission worth tackling.

Nate

10 YEARS OF EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT EXPERIENCE SHOULD COUNT FOR SOMETHING

[queencallipygos.livejournal.com]

Hi. I am ideally seeking a job (in New York City), but I will also accept advice.

For ten years, I was a constantly-active office temp, while simultaneously working as a) a stage manager, and b) a literary manager. I have retired from stage managing, but am still an active literary manager: I run a playwriting contest (http://reverieproductions.org/guidelines.html) every year, and have done so for 9 years.

In nearly all those ten years, I was working in finance, almost all of it at one corporation (my temp agency just kept on sending me back there). However, I have also worked here and there in a) academia and b) publishing.

In addition, prior TO that, I worked for 3-4 years in a television production company, where I was the one single assistant backing up the 3 officers. I was also production assistant, research assistant for new program ideas, sales assistant for our storefront (people bought tapes of the show), associate editor for our web site, and I was even the script doctor for a couple episodes (even though I probably shouldn't talk too much about that). So I also have media experience, even though it's from 10 years ago.

I would like a permanent administrative job that is in a field that is NOT banking. I can proofread, copyedit, I have a strong writing background, and I can do lots of non-writing admin things like filing, expense reports, calendar mainentance, travel booking, and screening calls.

My phone voice is stage-trained.

I can research like a mofo.

Ideally I'd like to work in media, publishing, or academia, but really could check out anything that isn't banking.

As for the advice; the problem I think I've been having is that lots of people don't call me back because:

a) they see that I temped for ten years, and just don't give me the chance to explain "no, but that was because I was a stage manager and needed the flexibility, and I actually turned down some offers in that time," or

b) they only call me about banking and finance because that's where I've been all this time.

SAVE ME FROM WORKING IN A BANK FOR THE REST OF MY LIFE.

I can send anyone my writing portfolio or my resume, and my Linkedin profile is here (http://www.linkedin.com/in/kimberlywadsworthny).

Thank you.

Re: 10 YEARS OF EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT EXPERIENCE SHOULD COUNT FOR SOMETHING

[ehbeeceedee.livejournal.com]

As best as I can guess from not actually seeing your resume, I think your issue might stem from your presentation of yourself. I work for the career services office at a program that sees a lot of 30-40 year old students with a lot of non traditional work experience (temp positions, self employment, working 2-4 jobs at once) and a common mistake that gets made is trying to show too much of your work experience and/or using a traditional resume format that doesn't fit your experience.

You may want to cut out some of your background in stage management as many employers (unfortunately!) tend to view those with experience in the visual and performing arts as looking for a filler between their "true" interests.

You mentioned that you have approximately 10 years of temporary experience that is mostly with the same company: You may want to consider modifying your resume slightly so that you're only listing the experience with that particular company.

Example:
2000-2010 XYZ Company
- Various Positions included blah, blah, blah

Or:
2009-2010 XYZ Company
Position Most Recent

2007-2008 XYZ Company
Position Next Most Recent

(etc)

You may also want to list your stage management and literary management experience as one block as well to give your resume the appearance of more continuity:

2000-2011 Stage Management
Stage Manager for the following shows:
- (selection of most prominent or longest running shows)


The other issue I can think of is that you may not be emphasizing your transferable skills enough, which could be why positions that are not banking/finance are not offering interviews. You may want to consider adding a separate section to your resume where you can list non banking skills. You may also want to tailor the responsibilities / job tasks to slightly more generic skills that include your filing, expense reports, calendars, phones, etc.

Last thought: with your banking/finance background, have you considered looking for work in an accounts payable/receivable capacity? What about as an administrator for an accountant? That might be related enough that your banking background gives you an advantage!

Looking for a graphic design job

[effex]

I'm a graphic designer (print and identity, with some experience in packaging and web. Plus marketing and intern wrangling and a bunch of other non-design skills) with a BA in design and ~four years of experience - one year of freelance and approaching three in-house (as the sole creative) at a mid-sized retail company. My three year anniversary with said company is in December and I'd like to celebrate by quitting and leaving Texas. I've got my hopes pinned on Chicago but I'll consider any decent sized city with a good public transit system. One that isn't 100+ degrees three months out of the year.

I'm looking specifically for a full-time in-house job at a company or non-profit, but contract work or something at a design/creative firm would also be amazing.

I can provide a resume, samples, and more information upon request!

Re: Looking for a graphic design job

[copperbadge.livejournal.com]

I work with some graphic designers who have done freelance work in Chicago -- if you email me on Tuesday and remind me, I'll touch base with them and see what companies they recommend.

Dental Lab Tech

[pandoraculpa.livejournal.com]

I have nearly completed my degree as a Dental Lab Technician (will be sitting the RG exam this spring), and would dearly love a position in either a lab or a dentist's office, where I can continue my training in a hands-on environment.

I am in the top 3 students in my year, and have a strong grasp on occlusion, anatomy and tooth morphology. As far as labwork goes, I have demonstrated initial proficiency in orthodontic wirebending, RPD design, and crown and bridge. Currently studying porcelain, so that is an area of weakness at the moment. I am also passable at denture work, but have not yet been exposed to pourable acrylic techniques (which I would love to try out). As I have not yet chosen a specialization (though I'm leaning toward ortho work), I would be open to any available lab positions.

Currently living in Richmond, Virginia, and I have a school-age daughter (as well as my own classes to consider), so unfortunately my relocation options are not good right now. But if there are any opportunities within a reasonable distance, I would love to hear about it!

FULL-TIME Composition/English/Developmental English Instructor Position?

[daytime84.livejournal.com]

I'm currently working as an adjunct at a community college, teaching in the Developmental Ed department. I teach basic reading and writing skills, mostly to adult students returning to college after years in the workforce. It's incredibly rewarding work and I enjoy it, but I would really like to have the stability of a full-time position (and so would my landlord!).

I have an MA in English with a focus on American Literature, and my thesis focused on narrative in graphic novels. I have experience teaching composition courses (Comp 101/102) to traditional students as well. I'm open to moving anywhere in the US, so any leads are appreciated!

[rymenhild.livejournal.com]

Do you have access to the annual MLA job list for academic positions in language and literature? It should open around September 15. There's also the academic job Wiki. I can't get you a link from this smartphone screen, but google "english Wiki 2012" and there should be some sort of page for rhet/comp jobs and another for your subfield. I imagine with your training and degree you'll have better luck

Any success stories from the first two?

[foreverrhapsody.livejournal.com]

I'd love to hear if someone had good luck during one of Sam's last two Job Fairs.

Actually, I'd just like to hear success stories in general. The job market right now makes me lose all hope of ever finding a job.

Re: Any success stories from the first two?

[gannet.livejournal.com]

Not from one of Sam's job fair, but it gave me a little hope:

A few months ago, one of our library patrons who had been coming into the library regularly for over two years to use our job search computers got two part-time jobs, one of which included housing.

I know it's just one anecdote, but he'd been in utter despair.

any Medical Technologists / Clinical Laboratory Scientists out there who could give me some advice?

[regonym.livejournal.com]

Hi! I'm trying to decide right now if I want to go back to school or not to get my MT/CLS certification. I graduated in 2009 with a Bachelors in Biology, and I've spent the past two years volunteering with AmeriCorps.

For a long time I wasn't sure what I wanted to do, career-wise: back in school I was leaning towards becoming a research scientist, and I have about a year's worth of lab tech experience. When I was in AmeriCorps I was thinking about working for a non-profit that interested me instead, but gradually decided I wanted something with more stability. Eventually as I was researching different job descriptions, the MT/CLS career jumped out at me as something that fit my personality, past experience, and preferred work style really well, and I've started thinking seriously about becoming one.

So! Are there any people currently in the MT/CLS field who can tell me a bit about what their daily work is like? Where/in what program did you study to become certified? What do you like/dislike about your job?

Re: any Medical Technologists / Clinical Laboratory Scientists out there who could give me some advi

[silmerin.livejournal.com]

AMERICORPS SHOUT-OUT!

I don't really have anything constructive to say, I'm sorry. I would like to moan that Life After AmeriCorps is haaaaaaaaard, though.

Recent grad seeks employment in KC area

[fallen-angel15.livejournal.com]

I just graduated from college in May and I've been unemployed since. I'm looking for office work, preferably in Kansas City, MO, but at this point I'll take anything in the greater metro area.

I have 6 years experience as a student worker at my college library in the interlibrary loan department and I worked with the public in the circulation department.

I also worked as a researcher on a special project for my college endowment association.

Any help from anyone is greatly appreciated. Thanks in advance!

Chicago/San Mateo/DC/NYC: AIR

[lilyayl.livejournal.com]

www.air.org

This company is located in Chicago/Naperville, San Mateo, DC, and NYC. The company focuses on research and evaluation, concentrating (but not limited to) health and education. There is also a (small!) international division. The company is a non-profit, offers a leave for adopters, and a rewarding place to work. Different positions require different levels of travel. Some jobs require a Masters; others a PhD.

I like working with this company, because even I'm not making a difference everyday, I know the company is. Plus, since we handle so many different projects at once, I get to work in areas I really care about.

They're hiring editors, researchers, analysts, and more. Just go to the top of the main page and career --> career opportunities.

(ETA: Some positions are BA only.)

Re: Chicago/San Mateo/DC/NYC: AIR

[queencallipygos.livejournal.com]

FYI -- I just checked it out, and it doesn't seem like they have any NYC openings right now.

[ellen-fremedon.livejournal.com]

I would like to relocate to Chicago, and I am looking for jobs there-- basically anything with 'research,' 'writer,' or 'editor' in the job description.

I have a Master's in linguistics, various random office-y skills, and 4+ years of experience as a (senior) research assistant at a university research center. My experience includes:

--tech writing, including software documentation, lots of reports pitched to various audiences, and co-authorship of an Urdu grammar
--all kinds of editing, including copy-editing and indexing grammars of languages I don't speak and putting out a quarterly newletter
--research and research support, including interview-based software usability studies, various lexicography projects, and literature reviews on all sorts of topics
--using ArcGIS cartography software to display and analyze all sorts of linguistic data
--writing, maintaining, and enforcing IRB protocols for a variety of human-subjects research projects
--teaching undergrads, which I never want to do again as a whole, but I do have and can use the whole suite of skills that developed-- course design, lecturing, and assessment

...and a slew of other things.

Also, I read a bunch of dead languages pretty well and German and Icelandic passably; though I don't read them, I've been supporting lexicography projects in Arabic and a bunch of modern Indic languages for several years, and I can copy-edit languages I don't read; I've got undergrad-level classics, anthropology, and medieval studies; I've done archaeological field school; and I read music and play piano and a couple other instruments.

I'm looking for any job where those qualifications would be a good fit-- university admin (possibly in a Human Subjects/IRB department), academic/educational publishing, museums or arts organizations, tech writing/editing or research positions in any field-- really anyone in Chicago who would hire me.

[starlingthefool.livejournal.com]

You might want to check out the University of Chicago's website (http://hrservices.uchicago.edu/jobs/). They seem to be looking for researchers, editors, and admins regularly.

designer & illustrator seeks gainful employment and unicorns

[kyraille.livejournal.com]

I'm a recent grad with a BFA in illustration looking for an entry-level position with a company as a graphic designer. Ideally I'd like to work for a publishing firm designing book covers, but I'll take what I can get. I'm currently based in Cincinnati but would fall all over myself for the chance to move somewhere more interesting with good public transportation and/or is bike-friendly--Chicago, Boston, Seattle, wherever.

I have some experience freelancing and would totally do that or contract work (design or illustration) if there aren't any full-time jobs available. Also I can bake scones like a boss.

Resumé is available upon request, and my creative portfolio is here: kitmalls dot com (http://www.kitmalls.com).

Re: designer & illustrator seeks gainful employment and unicorns

[auraesque.livejournal.com]

Are you on Elance? I know that my boss (at a small media/publishing company) uses elance for book and CD cover designs. If that's an option, I definitely recommend it.

Looking for work in Philadelphia

[golden-d.livejournal.com]

Full-time work is preferred; however, my department is being outsourced in mid-October, so as the time draws nearer I'd be willing to consider part-time position. I'm specifically looking for admin, communications, or editorial/publishing work (this includes freelance proofreading or copy-editing jobs) - I'd love to get into publishing or do something with a creative bent to it, but this is an ideal, not a requirement. I have a BA in linguistics with a minor in English; I'm detail-oriented, organized, and analytical. I'm a great communicator. I'm currently in customer service (phones and e-mail coverage), so I've got the phone voice and the people skills for any kind of administrative assistant or receptionist position. I have past admin and extensive proofreading experience. I find mistakes that our Communications Department missed...usually after the material went to print.

I'm a quick learner and hard worker: I may not know a certain program or job function, but it'll be worth your time if you're willing to teach me, because I'll pick it up fast. I'd be happy to provide a resume to anyone who's interested.

Re: Looking for work in Philadelphia

[brainwane (from livejournal.com)]

If you're analytical and detail-oriented: have you ever considered becoming a software tester? If you have any interest in going in that direction, as you research it, please contact me.