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peter may · 07-20-2004, 05:29 AM

Can I ask some advice (preferably to the older people on this site) (no offense)

As I have now finished all my education within the UK , I now plan to move to the US in order to get work. (this is becasue the amount of jobs in my field (multimedia) is pretty slim here in the UK and the US seems to have about 5 X more)

I have fniished all my cv and even an online portfolio of some of my work , do you think that when i send out my CV to prospective employers they think "Hmm not sure if we should reply back to (me) as I live in the UK at the moment, and the job is here in the US). But I am willing to relocate!!

What do you think I should do? Continue sending out CVs while i am still in the UK or move to the US and send them out there from a new address in the US??

Thanks

Mijada · 07-20-2004, 05:47 AM

Well as long as you make it clear to potential employers that you are going to relocate I wouldn't think it would be a problem. It probably would be better if you moved to the US first though just as long as you have another job in the meantime.

Mossopp · 07-20-2004, 01:42 PM

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Well as long as you make it clear to potential employers that you are going to relocate I wouldn't think it would be a problem.

I agree. Make sure you include a covering letter alongwith your CV making it perfectly clear that you have every intention to move to the U.S. and that you are very serious about finding work there.

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It probably would be better if you moved to the US first though just as long as you have another job in the meantime.

No, I don't agree with this statement. If I were you I wouldn't move to the States untill I was sure I had a job to go to when I get there. The reason I say this is because I recently bought a flat in Glasgow. However, as I don't get paid enough in my current job, I can't actually afford to move into my flat untill I have a job in the city. The problem? I bought the flat almost a year ago and have been searching, unsuccessfully, for a job for almost 9 months. All this time my flat has been lying empty and I'm unable to move in.

What you should do is first find a job. Then sort out some kind of temporary accommodation nearby - a hotel or hostel for example. That way you'll be earning money as soon as you reach the U.S. and, because you are already there, it will be much easier for you to find a permanent home close to your employment.

peter may · 07-20-2004, 03:35 PM

Thanks very much for your replies guys,

I have been including a cover letter with my CV, below is what is written on my cover letter in regards to moving to the US

I have just finished a multimedia systems course at university and am extremely interested in finding work within America as I have always longed to work there after I complete my studies in the UK.

In terms of having a place to stay what Mossop stated, I have been researching maybe flat share (ie Roommates) instead of buying or renting an apartment straight away.

Also, do you think they would consider asking me for an interview, shall i keep my UK address on my CV still or take it off???

Mossopp · 07-20-2004, 03:42 PM

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Originally posted by peter may

I have been including a cover letter with my CV, below is what is written on my cover letter in regards to moving to the US

I have just finished a multimedia systems course at university and am extremely interested in finding work within America as I have always longed to work there after I complete my studies in the UK.

That's pretty good. Perhaps you should also state the name of the University (I know it will already be mentioned on your CV but I've come to realise that the people who read these things don't always pay a great deal of attention

. It wouldn't hurt to reiterate certain things).
I also think that the choice of the word "longed" might be wrong. It might sound better and more commited if you changed it to "aspired" or "strived".
But it's your letter - it's up to you how you compose it.
Untill you have a stable base in the US and you are established there then I would make sure that you continue to keep your UK address on the CV. You want all job offers to be sent to somewhere that you can actually receive and read them as soon as they arrive.

And flat-sharing sounds like a great idea. Good luck!

peter may · 07-20-2004, 04:04 PM

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Originally posted by Mossopp
That's pretty good. Perhaps you should also state the name of the University (I know it will already be mentioned on your CV but I've come to realise that the people who read these things don't always pay a great deal of attention . It wouldn't hurt to reiterate certain things).
I also think that the choice of the word "longed" might be wrong. It might sound better and more commited if you changed it to "aspired" or "strived".
But it's your letter - it's up to you how you compose it.
Untill you have a stable base in the US and you are established there then I would make sure that you continue to keep your UK address on the CV. You want all job offers to be sent to somewhere that you can actually receive and read them as soon as they arrive.

And flat-sharing sounds like a great idea. Good luck!

Thanks Mossop, I think your right about not using "longed".

peter may · 07-20-2004, 04:25 PM

this is what is written

dawsongirl · 07-20-2004, 05:41 PM

Just make sure in your correspondense (cover letter or whatever) that you tell them you are willing to relocate and that you are willing to fly in for an interview.

dawsongirl · 07-20-2004, 05:44 PM

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Originally posted by Mossopp
No, I don't agree with this statement. If I were you I wouldn't move to the States untill I was sure I had a job to go to when I get there. The reason I say this is because I recently bought a flat in Glasgow. However, as I don't get paid enough in my current job, I can't actually afford to move into my flat untill I have a job in the city. The problem? I bought the flat almost a year ago and have been searching, unsuccessfully, for a job for almost 9 months. All this time my flat has been lying empty and I'm unable to move in.
What you should do is first find a job. Then sort out some kind of temporary accommodation nearby - a hotel or hostel for example. That way you'll be earning money as soon as you reach the U.S. and, because you are already there, it will be much easier for you to find a permanent home close to your employment.

Totally agree. As someone who has been searching for a job for way too long, it's good to make sure you are set with income first. The job market here is rough right now...at least it seems that way to me. You don't want to get here and be forced to work at a McDonald's just so you don't have to live on the street.

Is there a particular city you want to live in here?

dawsongirl · 07-20-2004, 05:49 PM

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Originally posted by peter may
this is what is written

That's good. It lays out your accomplishments and experience, yet mentions what you can do for them. All the cover letter tips I've read say that they should include that.

And being from the US...I'm assuming CV is a resume? Maybe I'm just not with it, but if that is it, you might want to call it a resume so the people here know what you're talking about. Unless like I said, it's lingo I've just never heard of.

Mijada · 07-20-2004, 05:54 PM

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Originally posted by Mossopp

No, I don't agree with this statement. If I were you I wouldn't move to the States untill I was sure I had a job to go to when I get there. [/B]

Well the only reason I said that was because I was under the impression that Peter was planning on moving over here regardless and that he was unhappy living in the UK. Of course I think he should have some kind of job first though.

peter may · 07-21-2004, 05:20 AM

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Originally posted by dawsongirl
Totally agree. As someone who has been searching for a job for way too long, it's good to make sure you are set with income first. The job market here is rough right now...at least it seems that way to me. You don't want to get here and be forced to work at a McDonald's just so you don't have to live on the street.

Is there a particular city you want to live in here?

yes, i am planning on moving to california, hopefully near on in LA. thanks again everyone for contributing.

Mysty Eyes · 07-21-2004, 10:50 AM

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Originally posted by dawsongirl
And being from the US...I'm assuming CV is a resume? Maybe I'm just not with it, but if that is it, you might want to call it a resume so the people here know what you're talking about. Unless like I said, it's lingo I've just never heard of.

I definitely agree with this. Use the word "resume."

And do apply now, making your willingness to relocate clear. That will indicate that you are sincere and also that you are thinking long-term.

Cashodeen · 07-24-2004, 01:46 AM

(I hope my post doesn't turn out silly...

)

I was just at a couple websites about resumes (because I need help with mine), and one website discusses the difference between "resumes" and "CVs."

http://www.jobsfaq.com/resume/write-a-cv.html

Peter, if yours is like the website says, you may want an American-type resume as well, incase certain places you apply in California aren't interested in CVs...

dawsongirl · 07-24-2004, 02:47 AM

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Originally posted by Cashodeen
(I hope my post doesn't turn out silly... )

I was just at a couple websites about resumes (because I need help with mine), and one website discusses the difference between "resumes" and "CVs."

http://www.jobsfaq.com/resume/write-a-cv.html

Peter, if yours is like the website says, you may want an American-type resume as well, incase certain places you apply in California aren't interested in CVs...

I wondered if that's what he meant, but then I thought no, because those are used mostly by people seeking teaching positions.

07-20-2004, 05:29 AM	#1
peter may The SO Limey Senior Member Join Date: Feb 26, 2002 Location: LONDON Posts: 1,883	Some Job advice Can I ask some advice (preferably to the older people on this site) (no offense) As I have now finished all my education within the UK , I now plan to move to the US in order to get work. (this is becasue the amount of jobs in my field (multimedia) is pretty slim here in the UK and the US seems to have about 5 X more) I have fniished all my cv and even an online portfolio of some of my work , do you think that when i send out my CV to prospective employers they think "Hmm not sure if we should reply back to (me) as I live in the UK at the moment, and the job is here in the US). But I am willing to relocate!! What do you think I should do? Continue sending out CVs while i am still in the UK or move to the US and send them out there from a new address in the US?? Thanks

07-20-2004, 04:25 PM	#7
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07-20-2004, 05:47 AM	#2
Mijada Spencers mom Forum 4000 Club Member Join Date: Dec 02, 2001 Location: eastern US Posts: 4,093	Well as long as you make it clear to potential employers that you are going to relocate I wouldn't think it would be a problem. It probably would be better if you moved to the US first though just as long as you have another job in the meantime.

07-20-2004, 03:35 PM	#4
peter may The SO Limey Senior Member Join Date: Feb 26, 2002 Location: LONDON Posts: 1,883	Thanks very much for your replies guys, I have been including a cover letter with my CV, below is what is written on my cover letter in regards to moving to the US I have just finished a multimedia systems course at university and am extremely interested in finding work within America as I have always longed to work there after I complete my studies in the UK. In terms of having a place to stay what Mossop stated, I have been researching maybe flat share (ie Roommates) instead of buying or renting an apartment straight away. Also, do you think they would consider asking me for an interview, shall i keep my UK address on my CV still or take it off???

07-20-2004, 05:41 PM	#8
dawsongirl Member Forum Icon Join Date: Jan 04, 2001 Posts: 53,140	Just make sure in your correspondense (cover letter or whatever) that you tell them you are willing to relocate and that you are willing to fly in for an interview.

07-24-2004, 01:46 AM	#14
Cashodeen Hi. Forum Star Join Date: Aug 30, 2001 Posts: 11,363	(I hope my post doesn't turn out silly... ) I was just at a couple websites about resumes (because I need help with mine), and one website discusses the difference between "resumes" and "CVs." http://www.jobsfaq.com/resume/write-a-cv.html Peter, if yours is like the website says, you may want an American-type resume as well, incase certain places you apply in California aren't interested in CVs...