Quiero vivir en Chicago!

platano says on Feb 13, 2006, 16:14:

Lleva ropa para el frio... Esta noche la tempuratura = bajo cero grados Centigrados. (25 grados F.)plátano

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DATAGRAMA says on Feb 13, 2006, 21:13:

PLATANO que quieres decir con tu respuesta? estas miando fuera del tiesto?

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platano says on Feb 13, 2006, 21:16:

Estoy brindando ayuda... Quiere saber algo sobre Chicago. Como no sabemos del resume ni cuantos años de experiencia tiene, ni cuales son los programas que maneja...

Datagrama, ¿tienes algo constructivo ofrecer a carlosmariotorres?

plátano

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Monpirri says on Feb 14, 2006, 08:56:

carlosmariotorres Get in touch with Gomezman5 he lives in Chicago, perhaps he can get you in touch with the Colombian association in Chicago for more info.
DATAGRAMA, Platano was just trying to forcast the typical weather in Chicago.

Regards,
Monpirri

The life spam of a taste bud is ten days

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carlosmariotorres says on Feb 14, 2006, 12:10:

ok.-..ok Trabajé durante 10 meses en Bogotá, Colombia, con una empresa que comercializa el producto Lojack en Colombia, como diseñador gráfico, desarrollando las piezas publicitarias del producto Lojack para Colombia, Venezuela y Costa Rica, (diseño de vallas publicitarias, anuncios para revista y periódico, diseño de website, piezas de comunicación interna de la empresa, todo esto acompañado del contacto directo y comunicación con el impresor). Tambien he trabajado como freelance, en el desarrollo de imagen corporativa para nuevas empresas.

Ok.... software:

Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Flash, Corel Draw.

Espero esto sirva de ayuda.

Gracias

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platano says on Feb 14, 2006, 15:34:

Una cosa mas... Tienes buena experiencia... supongo que vas a tener la residencia ("green card")para poder trabajar legalmente y ganar buena plata?

Hay dos cosas mas que pueden ser utiles en la busqueda de empleo en EEUU. Una cosa es dominio sobre el ingles, otra es un papel de una institucion educativa como un programa de diseno grafico de un "community college". Siendo bilingue con titulo fresco en mano no vas a tener problema en conseguir trabajo. Mi hermano tiene un titulo de esos de ITT (un instituto tecnico) y maneja los programas "CAD". Nunca le ha faltado trabajo.

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carlosmariotorres says on Feb 14, 2006, 18:39:

... Platano, vos crees que con ese tiempo de experiencia es suficiente para aplicar a un trabajo allá en Chicago?

Como es el proceso..... la verdad lo desconozco por completo... pues cada persona me da información diferente.

Ok, acerca del inglés, pues creo que lo estoy manejando muy bien, pues he estado hablando con una mujer de Chicago, quien vino a visitarme este fin de semana y nos entendimos a la perfección... eso sí, en algunois momentos yo debía recurrir al diccionario.

Pero creo que con un curso corto, estoy OK con el inglés.
El título de diseñador gráfico tambien lo tengo listo.

Si sabés algo acerca del proceso, porfavor hacémelo saber.

Gracias Plátano

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platano says on Feb 15, 2006, 05:40:

Hay varias maneras de llegar y vivir en Chicago... Todavia no has dicho nada del estatus legal en EEUU. Conozco gente de Metrallo (aka Medallo, aka Medellín) que queria vivir en Chicago. Pasaron por el hueco. Los coyotes les quitaron absolutamente todo (equipaje, plata, sacos, zapatos, etc.) y no tenia ni un lapiz para apuntar un número de teléfono (asi que debes escribir un numero de contacto en tinto que no se borra en algun lugar de tu cuerpo). Uno puede llegar a trabajar en Chicago pero no cuenta con nada como "felicidad" porque vas a vivir una experiencia muy dura de soledad y pobreza. Amigos mios me han dicho, despues de volver a Colombia, que entre vivir pobre y solo en EEUU o vivir pobre entre familia y amigos en Colombia, prefieren Colombia.

Para conseguir trabajo bueno que gana más que el mínimo, especialmente despues de esa vaina de 9/11, vas a tener que presentar al empleador evidencia de una visa de trabajo. Yo tuve que presentar mi pasaporte, pues es requisito para todo el mundo, incluyendo los que nacieron en gringolandia... Homeland Security, tu sabes... Cualquier departamento de recursos humanos va a exigir documentacíon legal que tienes permiso para trabajar. Si quieres trabajar en una economia subterranea, vivir en miedo, con poco sueldo, pues, suerte.

Otra cosa, si vas con permiso para trabajar, seria bueno tener no solo un resume sino un portafolio de tu trabajo (ambos en papel y en forma electrónico).

plátano

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carlosmariotorres says on Feb 15, 2006, 12:14:

Legal... Hola. La idea es hacer toda la vuelta como legal, con todos los papeles en orden.

La pregunta es, ¿es posible encontrar un trabajo allá, siendo Colombiano, haciendo la vuelta desde Colombia?, es decir, un trabajo como diseñador gráfico, como ya te dije.

Gracias por tu información , Plátano

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platano says on Feb 15, 2006, 12:32:

OK, bueno que sea legal... como leas ingles... aqui en ingles... Esta información viene del gobierno de EEUU y hay mas en este link: http://www.bls.gov/oco/ocos090.htm

Among the five design occupations using computers, graphic designers are expected to have the most new jobs through 2014; however, job seekers are expected to face keen competition for available positions.

Graphic designers with Web site design and animation experience will have the best opportunities. A bachelor’s degree is required for most entry-level positions; however, an associate degree may be sufficient for technical positions.

About 3 out of 10 designers are self-employed; many do freelance work in addition to holding a salaried job in design or in another occupation.

Associate degrees and certificates in graphic design also are available from 2- and 3-year professional schools. These programs usually focus on the technical aspects of graphic design and include very few liberal arts courses. Graduates of 2-year programs normally qualify as assistants to graphic designers or for positions requiring technical skills only. Individuals who wish to pursue a career in graphic design—and who already possess a bachelor’s degree in another field—can complete a 2-year or 3-year program in graphic design to learn the technical requirements.

The National Association of Schools of Art and Design accredits about 250 postsecondary institutions with programs in art and design. Most of these schools award a degree in graphic design. Many schools do not allow formal entry into a bachelor’s degree program until a student has successfully finished a year of basic art and design courses. Applicants may be required to submit sketches and other examples of their artistic ability.

Increasingly, employers expect new graphic designers to be familiar with computer graphics and design software. Graphic designers must continually keep up to date with the development of new and updated software, usually either on their own or through software training programs.

Graphic designers also must be creative and able to communicate their ideas in writing, visually, and verbally. Because consumer tastes can change quickly, designers need to be well read, open to new ideas and influences, and quick to react to changing trends. Problem-solving skills, paying attention to detail, and the ability to work independently and under pressure also are important traits. People in this field need self-discipline to start projects on their own, to budget their time, and to meet deadlines and production schedules. Good business sense and sales ability also are important, especially for those who freelance or run their own business.

Beginning graphic designers usually receive on-the-job training and normally need 1 to 3 years of training before they can advance to higher level positions. Experienced graphic designers in large firms may advance to chief designer, art or creative director, or other supervisory positions. Some designers leave the occupation to become teachers in design schools or in colleges and universities. Many faculty members continue to consult privately or operate small design studios to complement their classroom activities. Some experienced designers open their own firms or choose to specialize in one area of graphic design.

Demand for graphic designers should increase because of the rapidly expanding market for Web-based information and expansion of the video entertainment market, including television, movies, video, and made-for-Internet outlets. Graphic designers with Web site design and animation experience will especially be needed as demand for design projects increase for interactive media—Web sites, video games, cellular telephones, personal digital assistants (PDAs), and other technology. Demand for graphic designers also will increase as advertising firms create print and Web marketing and promotional materials for a growing number of products and services.

In recent years, some computer, printing, and publishing firms have outsourced basic layout and design work to design firms overseas. This trend is expected to continue and may have a negative impact on employment growth for lower level, technical graphic design workers. However, most higher-level graphic design jobs will remain in the U.S. and will focus on developing communication strategies, called strategic design, for clients and firms in order for them to gain competitive advantages in the market. Strategic design work requires close proximity to the consumer in order to identify and target their needs and interests. Graphic designers with a broad liberal arts education and experience in marketing and business management will be best suited for these positions.

The American Institute of Graphic Arts reported 2005 median annual total cash compensation for graphic designers according to level of responsibility. Entry-level designers earned a median salary of $32,000 in 2005, while staff-level graphic designers earned $42,500.

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carlosmariotorres says on Feb 15, 2006, 14:27:

thanks a lot!!!!! Hey, Plátano. Muchas gracias por esta información, pienso que esto me motiva mucho más. Al parecer es una muy buena carrera la que escogí, para trabajar en EEUU.

Gracias bacán!

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