Well, I've been out of work for about three months. My severance ended at the end of the year, so now I'm really feeling unemployed. I have been searching for work and not had much luck. I have found that if you are an experienced librarian, you can definitely get a job in just about any city in Hampton Roads. It seems like there are a lot of Graphic Design jobs out there but I'll bet there is plenty of competition for those positions. I even applied for one as a bit of a lark. I am hoping something will come along soon because I am getting bored sitting at home because it is too cold to go outside. You'd think I would blog more...
Friday, January 18, 2008
On Unemployment
Well, I've been out of work for about three months. My severance ended at the end of the year, so now I'm really feeling unemployed. I have been searching for work and not had much luck. I have found that if you are an experienced librarian, you can definitely get a job in just about any city in Hampton Roads. It seems like there are a lot of Graphic Design jobs out there but I'll bet there is plenty of competition for those positions. I even applied for one as a bit of a lark. I am hoping something will come along soon because I am getting bored sitting at home because it is too cold to go outside. You'd think I would blog more...
yes. i would definitely think you would blog more.
ReplyDeletethis is a nice start though.
i'd think you'd hang out with rad strangers who stalk your interworld more. like john upton!
ReplyDeleteAhh, I know the feelings. I could send some of my homework your way if you're looking to stay occupied.
ReplyDeleteI noticed the same things about librarians when I was looking for at jobs. If its any consolation I know you are capable of most anything. Head up!
ReplyDeleteI was in this exact position at this exact time last year. It thoroughly blows. It's hard not to get discouraged, or despondent. I don't have any profound words of wisdom, because one day a job will just stick, and you won't be able to take a nap at 2pm on a Tuesday anymore. So I guess enjoy that while you can?
ReplyDeletei wouldn't think graphic design jobs down there would be too competitive, but i could be wrong. it's really tough here, though.
ReplyDeleteword of advice, i took that job as a proofreader the summer before i moved to richmond. DO NOT take a job as a proofreader, even if it is at a design/print company. i guess if it really comes down to it and you need something it would work, but you'd be unhappy just like i was.
best of luck to you my friend.
Hey! I'm a proofreader. It is not that bad, and the pay is better than you might imagine. Plus, it can lead to better editorial jobs. For most people.
ReplyDeleteI'm just sayin'.