Job Responsibilities
10+ hrs on new business development
20+ hrs on project-specific work
10 hrs on administrative
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Job Requirements
Masters program rated in top 10 of information design offerings in US
Master of Design - Communication Planning and Information Design
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration, minor in Visual
Communications.
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Uppers
Solving problems with innovative design solutions, improving usability for
end-users (making their lives easier).
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Downers
Lack of retirement plan, 401k, health care spending accounts, and
all the other perks that corporations offer.
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Lifestyle
Slower-paced lifestyle than previous employment in corporate sector. Flexible
hours, very little travel, no dress code. Extremely family-friendly.
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Compensation
Depending on business opportunities, anywhere from $1-100K. No
bonus, stock options, or other financial benefits.
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Advice to Jobseekers
Meet with friends who are self-employed in consulting to prepare
yourself before making a career move. Establish yourself in your
professional field and network as much as possible.
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