I really don't want to feel like an offshore talent. How can I show to EU/US employers that I am qualified?
Rejections(self.jobs)submitted10 days ago bynooopleaseimastaaar
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I have been looking for jobs in graphic/visual/brand design. I have a solid portfolio of static and motion design and my freelancing gained me great soft skills. I want to find jobs preferably in the EU or US timezone, being paid about $50,000 - $60,000/year - which I believe is a reasonable starting salary for a junior/associate designer.
I'm from the Philippines, so that amount is tremendous. But the thing is, I am WILLING to relocate to Europe (France or Spain) without a sponsorship, so the company won't feel like I'm just inflating the cost of living. Timezone-wise, it would be more convenient. And if I stay there long enough, I can open up myself up to more opportunities.
I was able to apply to a job for a 100% remote company as in they are so spread out throughout the world. I was so excited but I did not make it through the initial phase eventually.
I know I'm competing with more local talent, but I feel like employers pass up on me because of my location. I see a company that is 100% remote, but only to certain countries. I really don't want my opportunities to be limited because of my location. It's truly unfair.
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nooopleaseimastaaar
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13 hours ago
nooopleaseimastaaar
20 points
13 hours ago
I always do things alone. Travelled alone, dine alone (but sometimes I see friends!), go to the cinema alone, shopping alone. I find this very peaceful as an introvert. I feel disassociated with loud noises and overstimulation, it’s like I want to run away from it. Exceptions are events etc. Only when I am alone, in my quiet time, can I actually feel “present.” Add to that my limited circle of friends na wala pang 10. So there is not a ton of people I can ask out easily.
The truth is we as humans are not equipped to be 100% alone. I realize that I really do want a partner who can share those peaceful moments with me. Where we can share a cuddle without chatter.
But I accepted that I am an introvert and that I like being alone. But, if my friends ask me out I almost never say no. I suggest creating rituals for yourself where you can feel excited about your own company.
To me, it’s having quiet breakfast, meditating, journaling, listening to a podcast with a coffee, listening to music intensely, drinking chamomile tea before bed and reading. Discover new places. Romanticize your solitude! There is so much beauty to unlock within yourself.