How do I go about getting work in Buenos Aires if I speak English and I don't speak fluent Castellano?

Question

I don't want to teach English or work in a store or as a maid etc.

My background is in new media (internet), marketing and communications.

I can get a work visa and I am Australian.

Answer 1

Well I am currently in Buenos Aires, and if you are looking in communications you might try the newspapers. The Buenos Aires Herald is published every day in english and spanish. It is a good reputable newspaper and I read it most days. There are also a lot of jobs in the tourism industy that do not require spanish skills. The value of the peso went from 1 on the dollar to 3 on the dollar in 2001 instantly skyrocketing the tourism industry of Argentina. Hope this helps.

Neontb

Answer 2

There is not a lot of work in Buenos Aires, although the situation is getting better.

I do know as a fact that native English speakers can find work teaching the language, and although you´d prefer not to do it, I suggest for you to reconsider it; at least as a back-up plan or starting point anyways...

Otherwise, you may want to think about bringing enough money to spend around 6 months looking for work, it is not unrealistic. Living there is not expensive, rent and food can be really affordable, having fun a little less...

I suggest that you rent a room in an apt with some young people, there are opportunities like that.

To look at classified ads for work, check out the corresponding section of the biggest newspaper in Buenos Aires:

www.clarin.com

Also, some employment agencies have branches in Buenos Aires, and they may be able to help you in your research so you have a clearer idea of where to start, I am talking about companies like Adeco, Manpower and the sort.

Kiss my city for me when you get there!

Answer 3

I think you kind of answered your own question.... you are in media, right? Go into advertising. Surely there are ad agencies who need English speaking , English text ads for export products and services.

Google the Buenos Aires newspapers on line. Good luck to you and have a ball in B.A.!!!