I see myself at a place with fun people, socially conscious clients and a (physical) working environment that is pleasing and comfortable. I will not work in a cubicle, and I will go to lengths to avoid overhead fluorescent lights or drop-ceilings. I need a window, preferably one that opens. I want to work with people who like type, image and aesthetics but don't say 'I could live in that Color' or 'Helvetica is just oh so yummy'. I need to socialize with people of varying interests, tastes and ideas.
Employment in a place with strong design movement is a requirement though – the diverse interests should include visual culture. The incorporation of other fields should be design, not business-led: everyone in the higher echelons of leadership (or in the small collective) should be able to communicate their ideas with grace and give top-notch presentations. Having a leader without design ability is not acceptable.
I'd be happy at a boutique, small firm, or a well-formed and open design department but in any circumstance there must be an opportunity for continuous motion. I'm easily bored with things I know are easy, our work should be challenging or intriguing at least 70% of the time. I'd like to be paid well, but if funds are limited, recognition works too.
I also have nothing against working for a 'rockstar', but not like the ones mentioned in Practice – they sound like the worst kind of person. The rockstars that are true leaders in their field cultivate open, exciting environments where good work flourishes. They might get the big write-ups, but we get credit, too.
Oh, and they won't use Flash for everything – hopefully only when necessary (very little), because it's like putting tainted buttercream frosting on chocolate fudge.
I'm looking for a place… "where good work may be done because of the silent influences of space, freedom and sincerity."
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