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The Designer Recruiter

The Designer Recruiter

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Why wasn’t your CV picked? What really happened in that interview?


Hosted by Esther Echeverria, a Dubai-based recruiter with nearly 10 years of experience placing designers, architects, and engineers, The Designer Recruiter podcast gives you the unfiltered feedback you’ve been craving.


Each episode features industry leaders who reveal what makes candidates stand out (or not), and how hiring decisions are actually made. No fluff — just the honest insights you wish you got from recruiters.

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  • Christine Espinosa-Erlanda | Breaking Stereotypes in Architecture | The Designer Recruiter | Ep.12
    Nov 2 2025

    In this inspiring episode of The Designer Recruiter, host Esther Echeverria sits down with Christine Espinosa-Erlanda, Associate Director at Godwin Austen Johnson, to explore her 20-year journey from humble beginnings in the Philippines to becoming one of the UAE’s most respected architects.

    Christine opens up about her rise through the ranks, entrepreneurial ventures, leadership lessons, and the biases she’s broken along the way — proving that grit, grace, and purpose can reshape any career.

    You’ll hear:

    • How Christine went from Tondo to top-tier architecture in Dubai
    • The truth about stereotypes facing Filipinos in leadership
    • Lessons on balancing motherhood, creativity, and ambition
    • Insights into company culture, mentoring, and career longevity
    • Why financial literacy and self-belief are crucial for success

    A must-watch for architects, creatives, and women redefining what leadership looks like in the design world.

    👉 Watch now or listen on your favorite podcast platform.

    ✨ Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more stories from design leaders shaping the industry.

    #TheDesignerRecruiter #WomenInArchitecture #FilipinoExcellence #CreativeLeadership #DesignCareers #ArchitectureDubai #WorkLifeBalance #LeadershipJourney #InspiringWomen #ChristineEspinosaErlanda #GodwinAustenJohnson

    Keep up with us:
    🌐 Website: https://www.the-designer-recruiter.com/
    📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lcrecruitment/
    💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-designer-recruiter/

    Follow Christine:
    🔗 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/christine-espinosa/

    ⏱ Chapters

    00:00 Introduction to Christine Espino
    01:10 Christine's Early Career in the Philippines
    03:29 Transition to Dubai
    07:52 Career Growth at Godwins St. Johnson
    09:19 Balancing Family and Career
    19:35 Entrepreneurial Ventures
    24:07 Financial Literacy and Investments
    24:42 The Green Sanctuary Resort
    28:34 Creative Pursuits and Achievements
    31:34 Managing Work-Life Balance
    33:53 Balancing Family and Work Responsibilities
    34:14 Office Life and Innovation Strategy
    34:37 Leadership and Delegation
    35:50 Breaking Stereotypes About Filipinos
    37:53 Empowering Filipinos in the UAE
    43:22 Facing Discrimination in the Workplace
    48:40 Hiring the Right Candidates
    53:34 Company Culture and Employee Retention
    57:08 Personal Insights and Quickfire Questions
    01:04:33 Final Thoughts and Advice

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    1 Std. und 10 Min.
  • ADHD, Entrepreneurship & Family Life with Kristian Stinson, Co-Founder of FINCH
    Oct 1 2025

    🎙️ This week on The Designer Recruiter, Esther sits down with Kristian Stinson, Co-Founder & Managing Director of FINCH, a Dubai-based design agency working with some of the world’s biggest hospitality and retail brands.

    From his career transition from law to design to building Finch into a creative powerhouse, Kristian shares the unfiltered realities of entrepreneurship, branding, and family life.

    🔥 What you’ll learn in this episode:
    - How designers can truly win on social media without losing authenticity
    -The realities of hiring, recruitment, and red flags in today’s design industry
    - Kristian’s journey with ADHD and the importance of designing for neurodiversity
    - Balancing entrepreneurship with family and personal priorities
    - Advice for anyone considering a career transition into design

    This conversation is packed with practical advice, personal stories, and lessons from the design industry — perfect for designers, recruiters, entrepreneurs, and anyone navigating a creative career.

    👉 Don’t forget to subscribe for more episodes of The Designer Recruiter!


    Keep up with us:
    Website: https://www.the-designer-recruiter.com/

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lcrecruitment/

    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-designer-recruiter/

    Follow Kristian:
    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kristianstinson/


    Chapters:
    00:00 Introduction
    00:59 The Philosophy Behind Finch's Branding
    02:56 The Journey of Authenticity in Business
    04:56 Early Career Struggles and Lessons Learned
    10:53 Transitioning from Law to Design
    18:47 Supporting Maternity Leave in the Workplace
    27:20 Challenges in the Hiring Landscape
    41:58 Employer Expectations and Authentic Interviews
    42:36 A Story of Overcoming Adversity
    45:20 Handling Shyness in Interviews
    49:08 Understanding and Managing ADHD
    56:04 Designing for Neurodiversity
    01:05:27 Balancing Family and Entrepreneurship
    01:12:52 Quick Fire Questions and Reflections

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    1 Std. und 22 Min.
  • Real Talk on Neurodiverse Parenting, Purpose & People-Led Design: An inside look at Majara DXB
    Jul 25 2025

    In this episode of The Designer Recruiter, host Esther Echeverria sits down with Nurain Jamal, Co-Founder of Majara DXB, for a powerful and personal conversation about leading with empathy in the architecture and design world.
    Nurain shares her honest take on building a career—and a company—on purpose, flexibility, and inclusion.

    You’ll hear:
    - Why Majara DXB hires for values, not just experience
    - How Nurain balances business and motherhood
    - Real talk on return-to-work moms and flexible work
    - The importance of neurodiversity in design thinking
    - What makes a portfolio stand out more than a CV

    This is a must-watch for creatives, leaders, and anyone rethinking what an inclusive work culture should really look like.

    👉 Watch now or listen on your favorite podcast platform.

    ✨ Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more industry insight, career tips, and real stories from inside the world of design.

    #TheDesignerRecruiter #MajaraDXB #WomenInDesign #InclusiveLeadership #NeurodiversityInDesign #CreativeCareers #DesignStudioLife #MotherhoodAndCareer

    Keep up with us:
    Website: https://www.the-designer-recruiter.com/

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lcrecruitment/

    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-designer-recruiter/

    Follow Nurain:
    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nurain-jamal/?originalSubdomain=ae



    Chapters:
    00:00 Introduction
    00:35 Founding Story of Majara DXB
    01:41 Challenges and Growth in the Design Industry
    02:25 Studio Culture and Hiring Practices
    03:23 Balancing Motherhood and Career
    06:54 Shaping Futures
    12:25 Leadership and Empathy in Design
    17:07 Quick Fire Questions and Personal Insights
    21:35 Closing Remarks

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    22 Min.
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