Finding Humor In Craigslist Job Ads

It has become a ritual in our household to look through Craigslist job postings every morning. Not sure why. We have never gotten any responses from freelance jobs posted, but yet we do it every day.

Maybe it is the delirium of the times or the lack of sleep, but lately we couldn't help but laugh out loud as we read the ads.

For instance, check out this actual posting:

"I AM ON THE LOOK FOR A RESONABLE PRICED GRAPHIC/LOGO DESIGNER IN THE HOUSTON/SUGARLAND AREA WHO CAN HELP DESIGN MY FASHION LOGO FOR MY COMPANY.

PLEASE CALL ME IF INTRESTED "

As if yelling is going to convince us to apply. Here is how I would respond.

"HELLO! I WOULD LIKE TO DESIGN YOUR LOGO. GIVE ME A SHOUT AND WE CAN DISCUSS YOUR NEEDS. WE PROBABLY SHOULDN'T MEET AT A LIBRARY, THOUGH. WE MAY GET KICKED OUT FOR BEING TOO LOUD."

These are always my favorite.

"Are you at the forefront of the XXX scene? Are you the first to know when a new restaurant, club, bar, spa or anything else pops up around town? Local magazine is looking for some savvy interns with enough wit to keep readers awake and dependable enough to keep up with weekly assignments. Pluses: work from home, good experience, expanded writing portfolio, exposure, opportunities galore, fun.

If this sounds good and you can commit to 3 hours a week August-December 2009, send resume, references and 3 writing samples."

Then the clencher: "Compensation: No Pay"

Seriously, why not post in the free section. They need someone to bust their hind end and work writing, but we do not want to pay you anything. It is endless. There are listings for editors that offer no pay. There are listings for designers at no pay. Why pay to post a listing in the job section if you are not looking to actually pay someone for work?

Check this ad out? "* Photographers: We are looking for somebody experienced, but who doesn't charge for their services. It is best if they have published in national magazines, Maxim, National Geographic. Publications in Sports Illustrated a plus. We will provide you with free cookies and water, and will allow you to put on your resume that you worked for us"

Are they living in a fantasy world or what? The ad goes on looking for logo designers, web designers, etc. Check it out for a good laugh, http://houston.craigslist.org/crg/1214554134.html

I am praying that it all is a joke, but with Craigslist-you never know.

Of course, Craigslist must be doing something right. A report released today stated that they are on track to reach $100 million in revenue this year!

Anyhow, that is my rant for today. If you ever need a good laugh, be sure to check out your local craigslist listings. Maybe I should start a company teaching companies how to write craigslist listings.