What do you do, and what job title are you looking for?

I’m a website designer/developer in the missouri/kansas area. I can work as a designer or PHP developer or both, and any Sr level position would be right for my experience.

What degrees do you have and where are they from?

BFA in Graphic Design from Missouri State, 2004

Would you be willing to relocate?

My parents live closer to Springfield, so i’d be willing to consider that.

What general salary range are you looking for?

doesnt seem like much to ask for $40 to 50k depending on how many other guys are around to handle the work. I turned down a job for less… thankfully i’m not at that point yet.

What’s been the most frustrating aspect of your job search?

Like someone else said, it’s just hard to even get people on the phone anymore. Also I have an online portfolio and i feel like no one even sees it because all the application processes want you to do is fill out specific questions. I ended up putting my link wherever i could in my resume and answers.

Why would a company want to hire you?

I’m a great teammate, i don’t mind working long hours or weekends to get a project done, and i really do love what i do. Also, my references would say that i deal very well with clients.

What’s the most fun you’ve had during unemployment?

Always wanted to start my own web design company, and i’ve kinda been forced to freelance right now so it’s a good start.

Got any advice for your fellow UberEmployables?

No sense in being upset over something that’s out of your hands. Just do what you have to do and be thankful for what you do have.

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What do you do, and what job title are you looking for?

My last job was project manager at a small web development firm. Ideally I’d like to return to project management but I would also be interested in I.T. management.

What degrees do you have and where are they from?

I have a BA in computer science from Rutgers in 2001.

Any other certifications or training?

MCITP

Would you be willing to relocate?

I’d work in NYC if the salary made sense. Anywhere in north Jersey would be great.

How did you end up losing your job?

We were a small firm and besides the fact that we weren’t getting new business, some of our current customers were slow to pay (not much you can do there when business is bad for everyone) and that forced the company to make some major cuts. I was laid off. Still on good terms with those who are left at the company.

What’s been the most frustrating aspect of your job search?

How tough it is to get a human being to respond. There are so many resumes out there, and you feel like “if I could just get someone on the phone, I’d have this job.”

Why would a company want to hire you?

Everyone I’ve ever managed or delivered a project to could be a reference. I run a tight ship and I am a great mediator between development and engineering teams and clients or management. I can’t think of a single co-worker or client that wouldn’t recommend me, and at the end of the day that says alot.

What’s the most fun you’ve had during unemployment?

Getting to spend time with my daughter has been great! It almost tempts me to look for virtual positions, but in the end I enjoy leading teams too much to be cooped up in my house all day.

Got any advice for your fellow UberEmployables?

Remember that looking for a job basically IS your job now, but also remember that you’re the boss. If you get tired of searching and applying, go for a jog or meet a friend for lunch. Enjoy the time off, because it’s rare that you have it.

» Employers, Contact Us (reference UE137) to get in touch with this professional. – UE