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Title: Top 5 Dream Jobs
Post by: NoisyDante on May 27, 2010, 08:45:02 PM
Skill, Experience, Qualifications, Education, and Wages aside . . . jobs I'd genuinely enjoy, and would probably do for free.

1.  Film music composer
2.  NHL left winger
3.  Re-recording mixing engineer
4.  Marine biologist working with Orcas
5.  Wildlife/Action photographer

I'd say bacon and beer taste tester, but I'm not sure that job exists outside of 'The Land of Dante's Happiness.'
Title: Re: Top 5 Dream Jobs
Post by: Uncle Mofo on May 27, 2010, 08:52:32 PM
5 Marine biologist
2 Fighter pilot
3 Moto GP Racer
4 Treasure hunter
1 Astronaut
Title: Re: Top 5 Dream Jobs
Post by: GAAN on May 27, 2010, 09:11:24 PM
Helicopter Pilot (with or without guns)
Race Car Driver
Machinist/Fabricator/Welder
Artist
Pianist
Title: Re: Top 5 Dream Jobs
Post by: DoubleEagle on May 27, 2010, 09:21:11 PM
Ferrari, Aston Martin, Porsche, Bentley, Lotus, BMW, Rolls Royce-  Dealer/ Principal

MOTOGP Racer

Jet Fighter Pilot

Multi-Million $$$ Real Estate-  Sales Agent

Famous Rock Drummer

Dolph     :)

Title: Re: Top 5 Dream Jobs
Post by: Betty Rage on May 27, 2010, 09:30:17 PM
Midwife (I'm actually achieving that dream right now!)
Vet
Interior designer (an successful one...)
Archaeologist
Tornado chaser!!!!
Title: Re: Top 5 Dream Jobs
Post by: RAT900 on May 27, 2010, 09:47:09 PM
1 Lotto Winner
2 Lotto Winner
3 Lotto Winner
4 Lotto Winner
5 Lotto Winner

I am still in training
Title: Re: Top 5 Dream Jobs
Post by: Pip on May 28, 2010, 02:46:00 AM
1.) Professional Motorcycle Racer
2.) Lead singer/screamer in a hardcore band.
3.) Radio sports/talk personality (going back to school for this [thumbsup] )
4.) A-10 Thunderbolt II Pilot. (USAF, of course.  ;) )
5.) AC-130 Spooky Gunner

I'm rather narrowly-focused. Oh well.
Title: Re: Top 5 Dream Jobs
Post by: Porsche Monkey on May 28, 2010, 03:13:25 AM
Quote from: Mother on May 27, 2010, 09:11:24 PM
Helicopter Pilot (with or without guns)
Race Car Driver
Machinist/Fabricator/Welder
Artist
Pianist


Ha ha ha you said pianist.


Moto racer
Lotto winner
Pilot
Porn star
Hugh Hefner
Title: Re: Top 5 Dream Jobs
Post by: TJR178 on May 28, 2010, 03:43:57 AM
8 posts in and no one said "adult entertainer"?  Im finding that a little hard to believe.

Anywho, I'll bite:

- Fighter Pilot (Pilot in general)
- Motorcycle Racer
- Motorcycle Shop Owner
- Exotic Car Sales
- Race Car Driver
Title: Re: Top 5 Dream Jobs
Post by: avizpls on May 28, 2010, 04:21:04 AM

Ducati or Aprillia factory test rider.
Military R&D engineer.
Blue Angles pilot (just as cool as fighter pilot, but without missiles shooting at you)
MotoGP crew member (engineer/mechanic)
diesel fitter
Title: Re: Top 5 Dream Jobs
Post by: DesmoDiva on May 28, 2010, 04:36:29 AM
In no particular order:

Architect
Steeplechase Jockey
Veterinarian
MSF/Total Control Instructor
Backcountry Guide
Title: Re: Top 5 Dream Jobs
Post by: 77south on May 28, 2010, 04:53:25 AM
Astronaut
Test Pilot (any kind of pilot really)
World Cup Alpine Downhill Racer
America's Cup yacht racer
sponsored extreme skiier, snowboarder, Kayaker, Hang glider pilot
Title: Re: Top 5 Dream Jobs
Post by: zooom on May 28, 2010, 05:06:26 AM
Motorcycle test rider ( to see and feel the new tech and help develop production machines before anyone else gets to throw a leg over em)

Exotic Car test driver ( same reasons as above)

Weatherman ( so I can be goofy on TV and get paid alot of money to guess alot regardless of accuracy)

demolitions expert ( cause it is always fun to blow shit up )

curator of Jay Leno's garage....
Title: Re: Top 5 Dream Jobs
Post by: badgalbetty on May 28, 2010, 05:13:52 AM
I already work my dream jobs and love them both. So rather than list 5 dream jobs , I will donate 3 of the list to the next poster...........the next poster gets 8 ! I work as a gardener on a private estate and in a florist. My life is awesome!
Enjoy your day everyone and have a safe memorial day holiday!
Title: Re: Top 5 Dream Jobs
Post by: LMT on May 28, 2010, 05:16:26 AM
Talk show host
Singer in a band
Columnist
TV Preacher
Housewife

I get to add more!
Pilot
Actor
Writer
Title: Re: Top 5 Dream Jobs
Post by: cyrus buelton on May 28, 2010, 05:22:09 AM
Quote from: RAT900 on May 27, 2010, 09:47:09 PM
1 Lotto Winner
2 Lotto Winner
3 Lotto Winner
4 Lotto Winner
5 Lotto Winner

I am still in training

[laugh] [laugh] [laugh] [laugh] [laugh] [laugh]


In no particular order:


1. DMF Moderator
2. Commodities trader on the Mercantile or Chicago Board of Trade
3. Investment Banker
4. Commissioned Military Officer (was 2 weeks shy of applying for Officer School in the Marine Corp back in 2003, but got a job instead. Still regret getting this job.)
5. Walmart Greeter.
Title: Re: Top 5 Dream Jobs
Post by: badgalbetty on May 28, 2010, 05:41:26 AM
you would not have made the cut as a marine officer......you bought a jap bike. [laugh]
Title: Re: Top 5 Dream Jobs
Post by: mstevens on May 28, 2010, 05:58:21 AM
I've done 3 out of my 5, so I can't complain.
Title: Re: Top 5 Dream Jobs
Post by: cyrus buelton on May 28, 2010, 06:00:47 AM
Quote from: badgalbetty on May 28, 2010, 05:41:26 AM
you would not have made the cut as a marine officer......you bought a jap bike. [laugh]

That was a while ago dude.
Title: Re: Top 5 Dream Jobs
Post by: Grampa on May 28, 2010, 06:12:45 AM
Peter Norths stunt double
Wicked Weasel photo editor
Long term bike tester for Motor Cyclist magazine
Silkscreener
Vacation tester.
Title: Re: Top 5 Dream Jobs
Post by: erkishhorde on May 28, 2010, 06:18:12 AM
Chef in my own restaurant
Test driver/rider
Tinkerer
Lotto winner (I feel ya Rat. I keep applying but get denied every time.)
Father? Iono. Can't think of a last one.
Title: Re: Top 5 Dream Jobs
Post by: Triple J on May 28, 2010, 07:22:57 AM
Rockstar (drummer) (not just playing in a band...done that)

Fighter Pilot

Ferrari factory test driver

Rockstar

Rockstar

;D

Title: Re: Top 5 Dream Jobs
Post by: cyrus buelton on May 28, 2010, 07:26:04 AM
Quote from: Triple J on May 28, 2010, 07:22:57 AM
Rockstar (drummer) (not just playing in a band...done that)

Fighter Pilot

Ferrari factory test driver

Rockstar

Rockstar

;D



If you can't make rockstar, you could always be the "trim coordinator"

I think you can figure out what that is.


Also, it is a real job.........usually the bands security or roadies assume this responsibility.

They each write their name on the backs of the passes they hand out and whatever band member scores a girl with your name.........you get a little bonus like 100$ or a case of beer or some dope.


No shit, honest to god truth their is such a person.

Title: Re: Top 5 Dream Jobs
Post by: NoisyDante on May 28, 2010, 07:28:27 AM
Quote from: badgalbetty on May 28, 2010, 05:13:52 AM
I work as a gardener on a private estate and in a florist. My life is awesome!

That's an awesome job, both my parents are gardener's in hobby, their home in New Jersey is covered in flowers and vegetables.

My second list, because I can:

1.  Estate gardener
2.  Head vintner at my own winery
3.  MotoGP racer
4.  Chef at my own restaurant
5.  Navy SEAL
Title: Re: Top 5 Dream Jobs
Post by: Triple J on May 28, 2010, 07:42:55 AM
Quote from: cyrus buelton on May 28, 2010, 07:26:04 AM
If you can't make rockstar, you could always be the "trim coordinator"


I'll pass. I want to play music.
Title: Re: Top 5 Dream Jobs
Post by: Spck31 on May 28, 2010, 07:47:54 AM
1-Jet Fighter pilot
2-Industrial designer
3-Motorbike journalist  http://www.dainese.com/us_en/daineseme/?user=14 (http://www.dainese.com/us_en/daineseme/?user=14)
4-Architect
5-Guitare player in a rockband

And there is so many things i would try.... Sound mixing for a big show or lighting design for Cirque du Soleil....
Title: Re: Top 5 Dream Jobs
Post by: cyrus buelton on May 28, 2010, 07:49:00 AM
Quote from: Triple J on May 28, 2010, 07:42:55 AM
I'll pass. I want to play music.

Can I have that job then?
Title: Re: Top 5 Dream Jobs
Post by: Triple J on May 28, 2010, 07:52:44 AM
Quote from: cyrus buelton on May 28, 2010, 07:49:00 AM
Can I have that job then?

I'll give you a call when I make it big!  [laugh]
Title: Re: Top 5 Dream Jobs
Post by: JEFF_H on May 28, 2010, 08:11:20 AM
Car Tester
Top Gear - Ferrari 456 GT Engine Blow (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tU-EPRHuwg4#lq-hq-vhq)

Painter
http://www.spike.com/photos/best-job-in-world/33111 (http://www.spike.com/photos/best-job-in-world/33111) (sorta NSFW)

TV Host
http://www.mojohd.com/mojoseries/threesheets/ (http://www.mojohd.com/mojoseries/threesheets/)

Personal Assistant
http://www.twowheelsblog.com/post/3088/alessio-salucci-out-of-the-shadow-into-the-limelight (http://www.twowheelsblog.com/post/3088/alessio-salucci-out-of-the-shadow-into-the-limelight)

My job
(only with money)
Title: Re: Top 5 Dream Jobs
Post by: r_ciao on May 28, 2010, 08:25:12 AM
test car driver
test bike rider
philanthropist
secret shopper for high end travel industry (= luxury travel on someone else's dime)
Girls Gone Wild videographer
Title: Re: Top 5 Dream Jobs
Post by: RAT900 on May 28, 2010, 08:28:28 AM
Well I get paid for writing and it comes to me naturally, I enjoy doing it a lot so I do have my dream job

The only other thing that comes to me naturally that I have significant training for and would like to try my hand at,,,

doesn't pay that good, but I enjoy it a lot so maybe  

I could qualify as a professional sperm bank donor  ;D
Title: Re: Top 5 Dream Jobs
Post by: ctrain on May 28, 2010, 08:32:08 AM
Moto GP racer
Fighter Pilot
Navy SEAL
Professional Baseball Player
Clandestine Operative



Title: Re: Top 5 Dream Jobs
Post by: Vindingo on May 28, 2010, 09:20:38 AM
Orthopedic Surgeon
Luthier to the stars
Ocean yacht racing captain
Shortstop for the Yankees
Iron Chef

Title: Re: Top 5 Dream Jobs
Post by: Grappa on May 30, 2010, 11:28:05 PM
Heli-Ski Guide (No shortage of fresh powder and incredible views)
European based professional soccer player (Money, fame, Euro-babes)
Creator/writer for a show like Southpark (You get to bash on everybody and everything)
Hedge Fund Manager (Make money playing with other peoples money)
Small scale Farmer (Work with the land, get your hands dirty, live in the country)

Title: Re: Top 5 Dream Jobs
Post by: Gator on May 30, 2010, 11:48:15 PM
When I was a kid I wanted to take pictures for playboy. I found one  in my grandpas closet when I was 6 or so and thought " This person gets paid to look at boobies all day.

1. Photographer/Pornographer
2. Super hero
3. Trust-fund kid
4. U.S. Secretary of State (Ability to change foreign policy)
5. Flying bear 
Title: Re: Top 5 Dream Jobs
Post by: lethe on May 31, 2010, 04:25:05 AM
Super-Villain
Dictator of alien planet that is made up primarily of gorgeous women
God (when the next version of the universe comes about, see if I could mold a decent version)
Inventor with unlimited resources and manpower
Prototype Car/Motorcycle/Plane Tester
Title: Re: Top 5 Dream Jobs
Post by: superjohn on May 31, 2010, 04:36:08 AM
This is an interesting exercise because I don't think mine are going to be anywhere near my current job.

1. Prof. of History at an Ivy League institution
2. Globe trotting archeologist
3. Curator at British Museum (or IMS Museum)
4. Author
5. Former race car driver turned successful team owner.

Title: Re: Top 5 Dream Jobs
Post by: muskrat on May 31, 2010, 07:41:27 AM
Quote from: lethe on May 31, 2010, 04:25:05 AM
Dictator of alien planet that is made up primarily entirelyof gorgeous women
Prototype Car/Motorcycle/Plane Tester

tough choice, so I'll have to agree with both.  [thumbsup]
Title: Re: Top 5 Dream Jobs
Post by: Duck-Stew on May 31, 2010, 11:50:13 AM
Gin distiller
Cuban cigar tester
Professional Drag-Racer
Muscle car builder / tester / racer
Custom motorcycle builder (  [thumbsup] )
Title: Re: Top 5 Dream Jobs
Post by: lethe on May 31, 2010, 12:09:58 PM
Quote from: muskrat on May 31, 2010, 07:41:27 AM
tough choice, so I'll have to agree with both.  [thumbsup]
I said primarily as opposed to entirely because now with your modification you are one as well, but if that's your thing it's cool too.  [thumbsup]
Title: Re: Top 5 Dream Jobs
Post by: ducpainter on May 31, 2010, 01:48:15 PM
ewwww
Title: Re: Top 5 Dream Jobs
Post by: muskrat on May 31, 2010, 02:34:17 PM
nope, my rule states we have separate worlds.  No co-habitating on the same planet for you and me.
Title: Re: Top 5 Dream Jobs
Post by: pitbull on May 31, 2010, 02:38:16 PM
1) pro football player
2) pro hockey player
3) professional singer/songwriter
4) well paid artist
5) professional firefighter

I failed in my attempts at the first 4, so I gave number 5 a go 16 years ago and have been happily doing so since.
Title: Re: Top 5 Dream Jobs
Post by: sno_duc on May 31, 2010, 07:05:01 PM
1) Martian colonist
2) Nurburgring Taxi driver (google 'Sabine Schmit Nurburgring taxi') get to drive the ring  [evil] every day on someone else's dime  ;D and rumor has it they have good  [drink] after work
3) bar keep/owner of a bar on some very remote tropical isle (no walls just a thatched roof), half the time there would be a sign " Gone Snorkeling"
4) Lear jet ferry pilot
5) HR director / QC manger at the Mustang Ranch  [evil] any DMF poll isn't complete without boobies
Title: Re: Top 5 Dream Jobs
Post by: IZ on August 29, 2010, 12:33:06 PM
A high school buddy of mine does special efx.  He did the work on The Pacific which BTW..beat out True Blood, Vampire Diaries, Nip Tuck, etc for an Emmy last week.  [thumbsup]  All of his work is behind the scenes but the finished product is very cool!!   

I wish I would've pursued art/design after high school.  Special efx would definitely be in my top 5 dream jobs!   [thumbsup]
Title: Re: Top 5 Dream Jobs
Post by: desmopr on August 29, 2010, 05:15:48 PM
In no particular order...

Anthropologist
Archeologist
Researcher on marine life/ecosystems
F1 mechanic
Travel Channel personality
Title: Re: Top 5 Dream Jobs
Post by: Stinky Wizzleteats on August 29, 2010, 06:41:34 PM
In no particular order:

5. National Park Ranger
4. Yes, Motorcycle Test Rider
3. Charter boat operator for game fishing charters.
2. Pro photographer
1. Brazilian Waxer.


I'd also like to be a tattooist.  :)
Title: Re: Top 5 Dream Jobs
Post by: NorDog on August 30, 2010, 02:37:16 PM
writer
photographer
custom bike builder
blues guitarist
machinist
Title: Re: Top 5 Dream Jobs
Post by: herm on August 30, 2010, 03:20:44 PM
a bit off topic, but a few years ago Outside magazine did a poll and posted the results for best outdoor jobs ever.

1. Bush Pilot
2. Smoke Jumper
3. Ski patrol

wish i could say i had two out of three.....but two were darn close.
Title: Re: Top 5 Dream Jobs
Post by: He Man on August 30, 2010, 03:54:35 PM
1. Astronaut
2. WSBK racer
3. NHL Left winger ( i dont know why i like left wing)
4. Fighter Pilot
5. A ship captain that travels around the world trading stuff.
Title: Re: Top 5 Dream Jobs
Post by: Monstermash on August 30, 2010, 06:29:34 PM
In no particular order...

Porn star

Moto GP racer

Fighter Pilot

Millionaire Playboy

Ducpainter  ;D
Title: Re: Top 5 Dream Jobs
Post by: DucofWestwood on August 31, 2010, 02:00:15 PM
wow, my 1st choice has already been mentioned twice!

1 - navy SEAL
2 - F1 or MotoGP crew member/engineer
3 - krav maga instructor
4 - custom bike builder a la jesse james (sans the infidelity)
5 - fireman
Title: Re: Top 5 Dream Jobs
Post by: Speedbag on August 31, 2010, 02:03:35 PM
Quote from: NorDog on August 30, 2010, 02:37:16 PM
writer
photographer
custom bike builder
blues guitarist
machinist

+1

That's a great mix right there. [thumbsup]
Title: Re: Top 5 Dream Jobs
Post by: organ donor on August 31, 2010, 03:40:22 PM
1 ducati mechanic
2 wine maker (take my homemade stuff to a higher level lol)
3 bike shop owner
4 porn star
5 newly elected dictator for life of the united states of america (duc's for everyone viva la revoluzione)
Title: Re: Top 5 Dream Jobs
Post by: NoisyDante on August 31, 2010, 05:09:04 PM
Quote from: He Man on August 30, 2010, 03:54:35 PM
3. NHL Left winger ( i dont know why i like left wing)

It's a natural choice if you're right handed, I'm always left wing or center.
Title: Re: Top 5 Dream Jobs
Post by: Stella on August 31, 2010, 05:09:51 PM
Here are mine!

Vocalist and bass guitar player in the Coral Reefer band
Professional sailor
Bicycle tour guide
Pirate wench with immunities against diseases
Meteorologist


I'm adding a 6th (ok 7 if you include the dream job of rule maker/breaker)
• artistic welder of world-renown metal sculptures
Title: Re: Top 5 Dream Jobs
Post by: yotogi on September 01, 2010, 12:52:08 PM
I love my job. I get to make video games for a living!

I wouldn't mind teaching after I get burned out by the industry. If I managed to bank enough, I would love to work on cars or bike, make physical things as opposed to pushing bits around.
Title: Re: Top 5 Dream Jobs
Post by: muskrat on September 01, 2010, 01:12:27 PM
1. Sniper
2. SR-71 Pilot
3. Navy Seal
4. CycleWorld moto tester
5. Billionaire Playboy (being single of course) [evil]
Title: Re: Top 5 Dream Jobs
Post by: He Man on September 01, 2010, 01:39:05 PM
Quote from: NoisyDante on August 31, 2010, 05:09:04 PM
It's a natural choice if you're right handed, I'm always left wing or center.

Makes sense, but i play left handed. I do a lot of things left handed to even though im a righty.
Title: Re: Top 5 Dream Jobs
Post by: herm on September 01, 2010, 03:24:19 PM
Quote from: Stella on August 31, 2010, 05:09:51 PM
Here are mine!

Vocalist and bass guitar player in the Coral Reefer band
Professional sailor
Bicycle tour guide
Pirate wench with immunities against diseases
Meteorologist


I'm adding a 6th (ok 7 if you include the dream job of rule maker/breaker)
• artistic welder of world-renown metal sculptures

what a great job!
[evil]






Title: Re: Top 5 Dream Jobs
Post by: MendoDave on September 02, 2010, 12:52:10 PM

1.Very Successful movie director that does not have to work in L.A.
2. Very Successful motorcycle dealer
3. James Bond
4. Guy who gets lots of checks coming to his mail box just for giving advice / opinion on whatever. (kind of like here only I would get paid)
5. Owner of successful micro brewery.