How to Find a Job as a Hipster

Hipster is a term used to define those individuals with a unique personality and appearance. These individuals may wear cutting edge clothing, have visible tattoos or have a variety of piercings. Since they have such a different appearance, it may be difficult to find a job. Many big companies place a strong importance on looks and may not be willing to hire someone who looks different. If you’re a hipster looking for a job, think about the places you spend time and look to Myspace for help.

Things You'll Need

• Computer
• Internet access
• Resume

Instructions

1. Visit the Hipster Jobs section of Myspace. This website lists all jobs that specifically call for those with a hipster appearance or attitude. You’ll find jobs ranging from acting to graphic design and each listing includes information on how to apply for the job.

2. Apply at your favorite stores and the places that you frequent most often. Any store where you feel comfortable and see others dressed the same as you are might be the best place for you to work. Ask to speak with a manager or ask someone working there is they’re currently hiring.

3. Work at home doing something you love. Graphic designers, writers, artists and jewelry designers are just a few of the hipster jobs that you can do at home. You can search for freelance and telecommute jobs at any of the leading job search sites.

4. Attend an open casting call if you live in a larger city. Believe it or not, many hipsters actually make full-time incomes simply by working part-time on movie sets as actors or extras. There are a number of open casting calls where the producers want those with a different look.

5. Look for jobs where your friends and other hipsters work. This can be a store, beauty shop, law office, bookstore or anything else you can think of. Ask your friends if their employers are hiring and send in your resume.

Tips & Warnings

• Keep your resume up to date even if you need to change it as you accept different freelance positions. Employers may be willing to overlook a few tattoos if you have a strong resume.

• If you have a piercing that can be removed, take it out before a job interview.

• Watch your attitude during your job interviews. If your appearance already upsets the interviewer, he or she may turn you down if you show them attitude or too much of your personality.

Resources

• Hipster Jobs on Myspace