So, it is very possible within the next few weeks that I could be getting hired on in a contracted position. The position is on site and requires relocation. Being that the term is only 6 months, it presents quite a few questions as far as planning.
I am curious from others in the industry that have survived 3, 6, 12 month contracted gigs, what exactly you did as far as housing and transportation? Is it even possible to get a lease on an apartment of 6 months? I've done an internship before where I had to walk quite a bit to get to work.. which wasn't an issue until grocery shopping! I was supplied the housing, so this is a new adventure for me. Anyways, I just wanted a few helpful hints from some veterans. Maybe you will spark a few ideas that might open a few doors for me.
Thanks, as always!
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Buy a car if you can't find a place nearby and if there's no public transportation.
If nothing is holding you down (wife, kids, money, ect) then just pack your shit and hit the road. Bam! adventure time!
I just moved down to san diego on the wim for a contract artist position. it could go anywhere from 3 months to a year, hopefully longer but there are no guarantees. I could be looking for rent money in the next few months, but hey; the bottom line is that you really never know. As for as renting goes find a cool dude off the internet or local postings. Find something that doesn't "Lock" you in for 6 months to a year. if possible. Month to month.
gluck!
Figure out holidays in advance too during this contract. You may want to plan ahead and visit home or go elsewhere during stat holidays. Is your temp housing safe for your stuff while you're away or should you rent a storage shed. etc. etc.
I'd checked out latest crime reports too if it's in a big city. That way you can avoid the hotspots once you move there.
I don't know where you are moving to but all of the major grocery stores in my area now offer delivery for very small fees (as low as $5 in some cases).
Never knew that. I'll have to look into it.
I moved out here with alot of luggage on a plane, because my car was shit, and setup an apartment before hand. Then my dad helped me move in, and I was on my own for a bit, them my buddies from college drove out and we all rented an apartment.
But like others said, if u can, go for it, because it's an adventure, and any experience helps.