Most of the ads fetched by the bots from Craigslist are crap. However, I'm noticing a sharp uptick in reasonable and articulate use of the free classified site. Case in point? The ColdFusion/Web position at Pool Cover Specialists:

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Requirements:
* Experience with technical or marketing communications writing and graphic design principles and tools and a strong understanding of layout, composition, color theory, and user interface design.
* Web production experience using the following (but not limited to) web design and development tools: PHP, Coldfusion, XML, HTML, CSS, JavaScript.
* Expert proficiency in Adobe production tools: Photoshop, Dreamweaver, Flash, Fireworks.
* Demonstrated ability to approach projects with a sense of ownership, enthusiasm and innovation.
* Excellent attention to detail.
* Write clean and organized code.
* Proven portfolio of projects that demonstrates award winning talent.

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While the ad initially says they want someone onsite full time it does make mention that they're willing to consider contractors or a college student if the fit is right. Guessing there's not a lot of complexity (the hourly is a dismal $12-$15/hr) but if you're more on the visual side of the spectrum or looking for some light moonlighting this might be a good fit. Manta.com shows an annual revenue of approx $10-$20 million and 50+ employees.

Can anyone confirm those numbers?

Matthew Reinbold
Creative Principal, Vox Pop Design, http://voxpopdesign.c...