passionbrand Posted November 25, 2013 Share Posted November 25, 2013 So i was wondering if anyone out there has a job that is just perfect for a collector? Maybe you work for an artist, or play in a band, or even just intern for a label... or maybe you just steal from the post office. I didn't get into collecting until a couple years ago, but for the past 10 years I have worked in the music industry. Between playing in a band, being a merchandise manager for other artists, tour manager / guitar tech for various tours, and even working at hot topic in my early 20s. All of these occupations helped me score some pretty sweet records. Share your story. Or don't. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
amnstypls Posted November 25, 2013 Share Posted November 25, 2013 The best job for a record collector is the one that produces the most expendable income. cwhitmuzik, NG1991, Daniel Dopp and 6 others 9 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
billya Posted November 25, 2013 Share Posted November 25, 2013 I work from home, that helps me see when good POs and stuff go up. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Derek™ Posted November 25, 2013 Share Posted November 25, 2013 Be Travis. cwhitmuzik, A-Bon, raidenradio and 6 others 9 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pushbacktosquare Posted November 25, 2013 Share Posted November 25, 2013 Probably a job that gives you a fair amount of leisure time for the sake of PO's. That and money. Lot's of money. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
iron666monkey Posted November 25, 2013 Share Posted November 25, 2013 I work for a toy/game company so I'm around a lot for PO's which is convenient. Plus I get to travel a fair amount which enables me to hit up rad shops all around the country. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marc32137 Posted November 25, 2013 Share Posted November 25, 2013 Be Travis. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alogical Posted November 25, 2013 Share Posted November 25, 2013 Being a kid and having more free time than most people here (aka less responsibilities). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
timbrh2001 Posted November 25, 2013 Share Posted November 25, 2013 The best job for a record collector is the one that produces the most expendable income. This. It's also best for your overall financial life as well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
billya Posted November 25, 2013 Share Posted November 25, 2013 I want whatever job timbrh has, for real (not sarcasm). Dude has 3 houses, records and a bunch of nice prints. Be like him. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
agua Posted November 25, 2013 Share Posted November 25, 2013 i work for wal-mart and go to college. so don't be me really backpackoat and derkwithano 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IanRees Posted November 25, 2013 Share Posted November 25, 2013 I'm a graphic/web designer and work from home so I can usually catch whatever preorder I want. I also do a lot of work in the music industry so I am able to call in some favors. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OrangeandGuava Posted November 25, 2013 Share Posted November 25, 2013 Don't live in Australia Tommy, nickmitch, entendu and 3 others 6 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
soundboard Posted November 25, 2013 Share Posted November 25, 2013 Be a stay at home husband with a rich wife. Or a substitute teacher (decent pay - flexible days). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nickmitch Posted November 25, 2013 Share Posted November 25, 2013 Don't live in Australia Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cfrancese5 Posted November 25, 2013 Share Posted November 25, 2013 I work from home as a video editor for some studios throughout my area and it's great to be able to score pre orders. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eight1echo Posted November 25, 2013 Share Posted November 25, 2013 I work in a record store, and it's really hard not to give into the thought "hey I could use this for my collection" whenever someone brings in some stuff to sell or trade. It's also not too busy most days that I am at work, so it's pretty easy to browse here for POs and good deals while I am working..and spend more money than I am making in a day. passionbrand 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
withengineheart Posted November 25, 2013 Share Posted November 25, 2013 Same gig as Olsvik, I work in an independent record store / pub that sells new vinyl. I usually work days when we get our shipments so I get the opportunity to snatch up any items that interest me before they hit the floor and make orders for customers and myself. Employees get around 30% off depending on the wholesale price so yeah.. my small apartment has gotten significantly smaller after working there for a few years.. passionbrand 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Skeletal Lightning Posted November 25, 2013 Share Posted November 25, 2013 I'd say working at a label. I work for Polyvinyl and was inadvertently able to build up a nice Owen collection. passionbrand 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
whoshotthefrog Posted November 25, 2013 Share Posted November 25, 2013 I'm a Quality Control Analyst. So I'm stuck on the computer all day. This helps when preorders are put up. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brianmorgante Posted November 25, 2013 Share Posted November 25, 2013 I'm a graphic/web designer and work from home so I can usually catch whatever preorder I want. I also do a lot of work in the music industry so I am able to call in some favors. This. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
captainaldous Posted November 25, 2013 Share Posted November 25, 2013 I work at Target and its pretty cool. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
somethingvinyl Posted November 25, 2013 Share Posted November 25, 2013 I run a day program for adults with I/DD and sit on the computer most of the day. Inevitably, when I'm waiting for an auction to end on ebay or a PO to go live, I get called away from my desk and forget about the record(s) I wanted. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
phoenixinflight Posted November 25, 2013 Share Posted November 25, 2013 Don't live in Australia Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sergeantscruffy Posted November 25, 2013 Share Posted November 25, 2013 I work in Customer Service for an Appraisal Management Company. I'm at my computer all day so it makes POs very easy to snag. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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