1. How much will this cost me as a candidate?
2. What's the registration process?
3. How long would it take me to get a job?
4. How are you different from other marketing and creative staffing firms?
5. Who are some of your clients?
6. What's your markup on Freelancers?
7. How many active Talent are in your database ....how many are you actively representing?
8. Do you represent candidates who are currently employed with companies with which you do business? If so, explain how this works.
9. Will I be prevented from looking on my own for a new position if I work with you?
10. Will you contact my current employer?
11. What happens if I do not want to accept an assignment you offer me as a freelancer?
12. Will I have benefits as a freelance employee?

Q: How much will this cost me as a candidate?
A: This is a completely free service for candidates, as our clients pay us to find candidates to fill their positions.
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Q: What's the registration process?
A: A Profiles recruiter would invite the candidate in for an interview.  While it's called an "interview," it really is a time for the candidates and recruiters to get to know each other better.  During this 40 minute to an hour meeting, the recruiter will explain Profiles' process as well as try to get a better feel of the candidates’ expertise and wants and desires for their next position.
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Q: How long would it take me to get a job?
A: There is no telling how long it will take a candidate to get a position; it really depends on our clients’ needs.  There is however, a greater chance of the candidate getting a position if he/she keeps in contact with the recruiter. 
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Q: How are you different from other marketing and creative staffing firms?
A: Profiles looks at the matching process from all angles, ensuring the best match for the Client and Talent. The dynamics of an office environment are delicate, and we understand how important it is for teams to work well together. We thoroughly screen and credential our candidates to better understand their career goals so we can match the right candidate with the right job. Since it is our niche, we’re better at this than anyone in the industry.
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Q: Who are some of your clients?
A: Our clients are some the biggest names in the Baltimore, DC, and Richmond areas. Fortune 500 companies come to us because they know we are specialists in our field. Advertising and Design shops come to us because we have the best creative Talent in the region. We only staff creative, marketing, and interactive candidates, so we are experts in our field.
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Q: What's your markup on Freelancers? A: The cost of freelancers per hour depends upon the job they will be performing. Call the office nearest you for more information, or submit a request form.
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Q: How many active Talent are in your database ....how many are you actively representing? A: We currently have 10,000 candidates who are actively searching. Your chances of placement are higher when you call your local office to check in on a regular basis. If we know you are checking in often, then we know you are ready to make your next career move quickly.
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Q: Do you represent candidates who are currently employed with companies with which you do business? If so, explain how this works.
A: We will represent candidates that are currently, or have in the past, worked with or for our clients. We are obligated, by law, to represent any candidate seeking our assistance, if the candidate possesses abilities that are within one of our disciplines, and if we have an opportunity suitable to these talents. However, we will not actively seek out candidates currently employed with our active Clients.
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Q: Will I be prevented from looking on my own for a new position if I work with you?
A: No.  We encourage all of our candidates to utilize as many avenues as possible when looking for a job. Just remain very organized about the opportunities that you apply to and how you have sent your resume (via web, another recruiter, etc). Communication is a key factor and helps eliminate duplicate efforts when applying for a job.
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Q: Will you contact my current employer?
A: We hold confidentiality to the highest standards.  We will not contact current employers unless we have the green light from our candidates.
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Q:  What happens if I do not want to accept an assignment you offer me as a freelancer?
A:  Absolutely nothing. You do not have to accept any contract positions offered to you.
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Q: Will I have benefits as a freelance employee?
A: Yes. If you are a full-time freelancer for Profiles, we do offer benefits programs. Call an Account Manager today for more information.
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