I'm not sure how many of you know this but I have been debating leaving the self employment gig for a while now in search of a job. In fact, I started poking around and
exploring industries last year. Why? Well, I outlined this on
my blog the other day, but the basic gist is I wanted:
- To be involved in something bigger.
- To be on a team again (preferably a fairly small one)
- Have a steady paycheck
- A little more fulfillment with what I'd be working on
So, a couple weeks ago, after I got back from the NSAA (National Ski Area Assoc.) National Convention, I started applying for jobs. I applied for some just to see where I'd stand with them, but others I was serious about. One was with Snowbird, but one of those was with the USU CPD (Center for Persons with Disabilities) as a web and graphic designer.
Yesterday I had an interview with them at 11:00 am that lasted just about an hour. I learned early on that while a designer is what they wanted, they also needed someone that could do a few other things like write code, design instruction, and even give them a hand with marketing. The more we talked, the more I felt like they liked me. At one point, they even started to sell me on the CPD and how great it was to work there. Usually a good sign :) Anyhow, as the interview progressed I realized i had checked off every one of those items on my list plus many more unwritten ones. I'd be working on a small team, wearing many hats, helping make the web accessible for those with disabilities. Pretty awesome.
About 15 minutes after the interview ended I got a call, offering me the job. It will start at 30 hours a week (which is perfect for me as I still have a few things to do this summer like get Second Nature ready for another season and ride a few thousand miles on my bike).
So, there's my big news. Kinda fun. I'll start next week.
