The Most In-Demand Creative Jobs for 2017

The Most In-Demand Creative Jobs for 2017

The digital revolution and continued advancement of new technology has fueled job growth in many areas, including in the creative industry. In particular, the digital media sector has driven a strong demand for creative roles required in producing modern advertisements, experiences, and products. With mobile usage skyrocketing and digital media agencies enjoying growth that outpaces … Read more

Forge54: Creatives Coming Together for Charity

I recently had the fantastic opportunity to participate in the Forge54 charity event, and it was a rewarding experience that I encourage anyone to join in the future. Forge54 brought together over 100 creative and marketing professionals to donate 54 hours of their time to develop marketing materials for a chosen charity. This year’s charity … Read more

The State of IT Employment in Philadelphia

IT employment market in Philadelphia — technology staffing trends and workforce data for the Philadelphia metro area

With our recent expansion to the Philadelphia market, we’re excited to see things hopping over here in the City of Brotherly Love. In order to better understand the challenges local organizations are facing when hiring tech professionals, we make a point to keep a finger on the pulse of the area’s IT scene. Here are … Read more

Best Interview Questions for Hiring Creative Professionals

Best interview questions guide — KORE1 recruiting tips for hiring managers and HR professionals in technology and engineering

As we mentioned in a previous post, when it comes to hiring creative professionals, it’s arguably more important to look for soft skills such as creativity rather than technical skills. Which is all well and good. But what type of questions are best to ask when interviewing creative professionals? We’ve done some research, as well … Read more

Why the “Cultural Fit vs. Functional Fit” Debate Matters in Creative Staffing

Cultural fit and functional fit in creative staffing — evaluating both personality alignment and skills for creative technology roles

Unlike many other occupations, the creative field is one that depends heavily on soft skills (namely, creativity). And since soft skills are a major component of what is considered “cultural fit,” it stands to reason that cultural fit is more important than technical skills in placing the right creatives in open positions. However, there’s danger … Read more

How Merging Creative and Technology Affects Hiring

How merging creative and technology disciplines drives innovation in modern teams

The bridging of creative and technology functions is nothing new. After all, the creative genius behind the most beautiful websites and mobile apps could never have come into being without the coding and networking skills of a whole host of tech gurus. Collaboration is key, and many companies have mastered this. However, many organizations are beginning … Read more

Considering a Career Change? Best Creative Jobs for 2016

Best creative jobs for 2016 — KORE1 workforce blog covering in-demand careers and hiring trends for technology and creative professionals

If workplace misery and boredom have you watching the clock obsessively up until the last minute before the holidays begin, then it’s probably time to take your career in a new direction. Fortunately, the ball’s in your court. Demand for creative professionals is soaring, which means your upcoming New Year’s resolution of finding a new … Read more

Can Personal Branding Actually Give Creatives a Real Advantage?

Can personal branding help your tech career — KORE1 workforce blog on building a professional identity for IT and engineering candidates

Let’s be honest: “personal branding” has become a business buzz word, and applying it to your career sounds like a shameless self-promotion campaign. As a creative professional who values your integrity, that’s probably the last thing you want to get involved in. But you’d be making a mistake. Personal branding in the job search, from … Read more