interview with a vampire

okay, it wasn't a vampire.

but i did have an interview today and it went well.

i'll give you some clues, but i'm still afraid about jinxing it, so i'm not gonna tell you with what company...

the job description online looks like this:
Our ideal candidate:

· You are an artist.
· You are a natural-born teacher. Whether in front of a class or working one-on-one, when you are teaching you are in your element.
· Digital art changed your life—and you communicate this passion in your work.
· You know that hands-on learning is what it’s all about.
· You are an expert in XXXXX's pro and consumer applications, with at least three years’ experience using tools for music and sound editing, recording, digital photography, digital moviemaking, editing, and web design.
· You love XXXXX for its blazing pace of innovation, and you work hard to stay with us on the cutting-edge.
· You love XXXXX products and have a knack for choosing the perfect solutions for customers.
· You have an undergraduate degree in a creative field and retail sales experience.

Your ideal job:

· You’ll provide one-on-one training, adjusting your teaching style and pace to meet the needs of the individual.
· You’ll conduct presentations and workshops using XXXXX-approved training techniques and materials.
· You’ll teach customers how to create music using XXXXX, XXXXX, and XXXXX; edit images for print, email, or the web; transfer images from digital cameras, scanners, and CDs; and create top-quality XXXXX presentations and movies.

The ideal opportunity for digital artists:

A job at the XXXXX is a chance to use your hands and heart. To use your knowledge and experience. To contribute meaningfully to people's lives through art.

To delight. Impress. Engage. Inspire.
Are you ready to join the revolution?


it should really be obvious with all this information, assuming you read the whole thing. they're supposed to call me by next wednesday, so i'll let you know then.

btw. please don't post guesses as comments... i'm afraid you'll jinx it.

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