Jobster - Smart Job Board WordPress Theme 2.2

If Kalόs is the sleek art gallery of WordPress themes, Jobster is the high-powered engine. It’s not just a "skin" for your website; it’s a full-scale service marketplace platform—essentially a "Fiverr-in-a-box."

While many job board themes focus on simple resume listings, Jobster is built for micro-transactions and user-to-user interactions.

Core Functionalities

Built-in Monetization: It handles commissions, withdrawals, and payments natively. You don't necessarily need external e-commerce plugins to take a cut of the sales.

User Dashboards: Both "Buyers" and "Sellers" get dedicated front-end panels to track orders, messages, and earnings.

Real-time Messaging: Includes a built-in chat system so users can negotiate or discuss job details without leaving the site.

Multi-Currency & Multi-Language: Ready for a global marketplace with support for various gateways (PayPal, Stripe, etc.).

Pros and Cons

Feature

The Upside

The Downside

Niche Focus

Specifically designed for "Gigs" and services, making it highly specialized.

Overkill if you just want a simple "Help Wanted" page for a local business.

Monetization

Robust system for charging listing fees or taking a % of sales.

Setting up payment gateways and tax rules can be complex.

Support

Generally comes with comprehensive documentation and a dedicated support team.

The "Premium" version can be pricier than standard multipurpose themes.

Important Considerations

Hosting Requirements: Because Jobster handles real-time notifications, messaging, and heavy user traffic, shared hosting might struggle. Look into a VPS or managed WordPress hosting if you expect high volume.

The "Vibe": It’s styled like a marketplace. If you are looking for a traditional corporate job board (like LinkedIn or Indeed), you might find the "Gig" structure a bit restrictive.

Customization: It is highly feature-dense. Changing the core logic of how orders flow can be difficult without a developer, so make sure the default workflow fits your business model.

Peer-to-Peer Tip: If you're building a marketplace, your biggest hurdle isn't the theme—it's the "Chicken and Egg" problem. You'll need a marketing plan to get Sellers on the site before Buyers arrive (or vice versa).

Are you looking to build a freelance marketplace like Fiverr, or are you looking for a more traditional job board for corporate postings?