Do stuntmen have the coolest job ever? We think so. Are you an adrenaline junkie? Does the thought of jumping off buildings, high speed car crashes, and sword fights make you smile? What if you could get paid to do all of these things? You could if you got a job as a stuntman. Stuntmen […]
Start Your Acting Career by Becoming a Movie Extra
Earlier this week, I wrote about how you can get a job as a mall Santa, but what if you want to take your acting a bit further? What if you want a real career in show business, not just a temporary role as a holiday character? One of the best ways to get into […]
Jobs for People Who Love Food
Thanksgiving is just around the corner here in the United States, and many foodies are licking their lips in preparation for turkey, stuffing, potatoes, pumpkin pie, and more. Did you know that you can turn that love of food into a job? Of course, working as a chef is possible, but this isn’t your only […]
They’ll Pay Me To Do What?!?!
Here at JobMonkey, we often feature traditional jobs such as working as a nurse, and we absolutely love highlighting cool jobs, such as becoming a tattoo artist. Some of the jobs we come across, though…well, they’re just bizarre! You might be surprised to find that people will actually pay you to do the following strange […]
Is a Dangerous Job Right for You?
Dangerous jobs are found throughout the world. In Alaska, jobs for fishermen are readily available, but the fatality rate is high, with workers losing their lives every season. Other jobs have high injury rates, so while you may not necessarily have to work about dying at work, the job is still dangerous. The military is […]
Finding an Exciting Job
Sick of being bored at work? If you crave some excitement in your life, this is a list for you. Recently, Yahoo! announced the top most exciting jobs, according to their “excitement meter.” Their top picks? Detective or Criminal Investigator (average salary: $60,910) Event and Meeting Planner (average salary: $54,060) Marketing Specialist (average salary: $51,179) […]
See Your Gown Walk Down the Red Carpet at Next Year’s Grammys
Tonight at the Grammys, we saw a lot of great styles – from flowing dresses to tight minis to singers showing up totally encased in an egg. There were fashion dos and fashion don’ts – and the gossip columns, celebrity magazines, and viewers will be talking about the red carpet styles for weeks to come. […]
Job Options for Art Majors
The phrase “starving artist” exists for a reason – it is extremely hard to make a living selling your work in galleries or even online. Many students, in fact, decide not to major in art simply because it is difficult to find a job after you graduate if you want to paint or sculpt or […]