Is Music Jobs useful for getting gigs?

May 29, 2007 7:37 AM

A friend of mine (reggae dj, sound engineer, A&R) called me about trying to get jobs through Music Jobs. She said it took her something like 30 minutes to fill out her profile, and only at the end did they hit her up for money. This gives me the willies: that sort of trick seems suspicious, and I wonder how legit or worthwhile the site really is. Has anyone had success (or otherwise) with these folks, and are they worth it?
posted by mjbraun to work & money (4 comments total)

There's a red "Subscription rates for this service" link on top of the signup page.
posted by mkultra at 7:44 AM on May 29, 2007

mkultra: I have to say that even though the link is red, I don't know if I would have noticed it without looking for it, since there are four other elements on the page that are much brighter and bolder.
posted by qvtqht at 8:24 AM on May 29, 2007

In the UK, that's actually a criminal offense (yes, really). I wonder if the same applies in any US states.
posted by genghis at 10:12 AM on May 29, 2007

I've never applied for a job through that site, but I have recruited for open positions utilizing the site (yes, in the entertainment biz). Its been a little hit or miss. I've had better luck finding good candidates through www.velvetrope.com.
posted by tundro at 10:57 AM on May 29, 2007