24 Tammi 2021

How to get an Architecture Job during the Pandemic, a Step-by-Step Guide by a Recruitment Specialist

Getting an architecture job in a tough market is not random. You need a system, a target list and enough application volume to create real chances.

Stephen Drew explains how to find an architecture job during a tough market, including organising applications, using Airtable, applying proactively, learning from the 2009 recession, increasing application volume and finding hidden opportunities.

The conversation covers:

How to treat a job search like a structured project
Why application tracking helps candidates stay consistent
How to look beyond obvious job adverts and find hidden opportunities
Why volume, follow-up and organisation matter in a difficult market
How candidates can keep momentum without guessing

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Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Current Job Market Concerns
01:08 Organizing Your Job Search
01:30 Using Airtable for Job Applications
03:01 Proactive Job Application Strategies
04:15 Personal Experience During the 2009 Recession
05:43 Maximizing Job Application Volume
06:59 Finding Hidden Job Opportunities
09:30 Utilizing RIBA List and Google Maps
11:25 Final Tips and Encouragement

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(00:00) - Introduction and Current Job Market Concerns
(01:08) - Organizing Your Job Search
(01:30) - Using Airtable for Job Applications
(03:01) - Proactive Job Application Strategies
(04:15) - Personal Experience During the 2009 Recession
(05:43) - Maximizing Job Application Volume
(06:59) - Finding Hidden Job Opportunities
(09:30) - Utilizing RIBA List and Google Maps
(11:25) - Final Tips and Encouragement

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