Will my history as a phone sex operator effect my ability to get a graphic design job?
Asked by jacky
I worked for a phone sex company for 3 years. I'm going to finish up my degree in graphic design. Will this effect my ability to get a job?

Best Answer:
Yes - Working in any job situation that shows compromised morals is a big negative. At some point in the application process they may investigate your past employment history and if this comes up you are dead as far as an employment opportunity. Every job possibility is there for you to lose. If you do anything to raise a red flag with an employer there are 100 other people who will be waiting outside to get the job. Especially right now with so many good people out of work. Employers have enough problem employees already they will not take a chance on another one.
20 years a retail manager
Answered by Richard L

This would highly depend upon your next employer and their awareness levels. One might consider another way of describing your past work. If you were NOT the person actually providing the ultimate service and you were the exchange operator in a phone system . . . there are ways to talk about that and not necessarily mention the actual industry. Welcome back from the dark side :):)
Answered by Brenda

It may only make a difference if you tell them. Nothing says you must put every position you had on a resume.
Answered by chuckles951

Part time employment while in college that is not directly related to your degree is not relevant. You were a full time student and your work was achieving your degree. As an employer of a new college graduate, I would not be looking at the fact that you worked part time for McDonalds. For your resume, did you receive any honors in college, did you participate in any projects/programs of distinction, were you involved in any extra-curricular activities? These make great additions to a resume. Best Regards, Tim Foley "delivering the BIG PICTURE through managing the little details" ($5000 finders fee offered - contact me for details)
Answered by Tim F

No it should not. I have worked in them before for some quick cash and when I would apply I would put the companies name. Many companies that offer Adult Entertainment has a name that has nothing to do with sex. It is a job and it's something that you have done and you should not be ashamed of it. Besides if your potiential boss knows about the line why would he admit he is a pervert? LOL
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