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Unique job opportunity if you're "comfortable riding a bike"
Talk about a wacky-sounding job post. Some recruiter is looking for a very personable local Austinite to host a series of "unique speed dating events". What stands out most about this job posting is that the candidate they're looking for "must be comfortable riding a bike". Does this mean speed dating by bicycle? Sounds kinda like the Thursday Social Ride, only without the pretense of an actual ride. Read on for the deets:
Speed Dating Host Needed
Date: 2009-07-27, 4:47PM CDT
Reply to: gigs-rdvt9-1292127159@craigslist.orgLooking for a host with lots of personality for UNIQUE speed dating events. These are definitely not your typical singles events! Pay is per event and schedule will be set in advance. Candidates must have lived in Austin for at least a year and be well-connected in the downtown area. You will be expected to facilitate the events and help promote in advance. An on-going relationship with someone who is interested in growing with a dating company beyond the speed dating events is preferred. Will be trained for free.
Qualifications:
- Must be personable.
- Must be an excellent public speaker.
- Must have a background in marketing or willing to learn.
- Must have a strong background in writing or be interested in developing your writing skills. Bloggers, editors, and journalists preferred.
- Must be comfortable riding a bike.
- Background in sales preferred.
- Experience with social media preferred (Twitter, FaceBook, etc).
- Ability to pick things up quickly.
- Experience with online dating preferred.Email resume and availability for interview. ASAP today or tomorrow preferred!
* it's NOT ok to contact this poster with services or other commercial interests
* Compensation: $20/hour
Any local cycling lotharios want to get in on this deal? Then send your resume here. Thanks for forwarding this Wendy!