Advertising

Reading about the McCann layoffs and IPG says creative are seen as non revenue generating roles. The fuq? We make the thing that everyone sells how did we not become important in this industry?

Between answering every teams message about the ‘updates to the work’, and replying to every email about when best to present the updates to the work, when are we supposed to have time to do the updat… more

What do you think about Ajaz’s new agency? I still believe he might either buy back AKQA from WPP or prove his vision with this new venture.

Just wrapped a year-long campaign and instead of feeling proud, I’m spiraling into existential dread wondering if any of it actually mattered.

Anyway, what’s trending lately? I need a new hill to die o… more

Agency: Fired me
In-house: Promoted me

A: Said “never going back to office” in 2021, now 3-day hybrid
IH: Remote across globe offices before COVID

A: Losing clients last 2 years
IH: Winning clients last 2 years

A: Frequent … more

Any insights on the JPMC account at EMC/WPP?

Hello, rest of the advertising folks on the bowl. How is agency life going for you? Is there any agency that isn’t being run into the ground right now? Seems like every other person I talk to has some… more

It may be just a product of being at an Omnicom agency for the past 10 years, but I feel like I need an entire career switch, or at least an extended break from agency life. Have you or someone you kn… more

Used to be that you targeted top agencies because you knew they were the ones to be at and opportunities were best, "If I can make it there, I'll make it anywhere" mentality. Do they st… more

Any insight into BarkleyOKRP? How's working there ?

So… advertising. Does it work?

Is everyone else as confused by the Bosch He-Man campaign as I am?

Anyone have the scoop on Accenture Song? Is it a good place? Did they win something big? Saw quite a few openings on LinkedIn open so was curious.

Working at agency under a holding company. Holding company is trying to poach me. Will I be burning bridges if I take the offer from the holding company?

How is Chiat/Day LA these days? Any accounts to avoid?

I’m so tired of the grind. But I need to make $180+ in NY to afford my family’s life. Just venting. Not sure there’s any real solution for me lol.

Need some help. I have a decent to good book. Worked at good agencies. But can't seem to land another job. Been through several interviews, just hasn't gone my way. Does any one have any ideas… more

I just started doing freelance. Do agencies check references or employee history check for a freelance gig?

Is it bad a move to message recruiters on Linkedin on a weekend?

I’ve recently been contacted to teach an intro to advertising class to college students for the first time ever. Hope it’s alright to ask you fishies for some advice…

What are some things you wish you could’ve learned or done… more

Let’s play F/M/K agency edition. Of these what are your three:
GUT
Mischief
Uncommon
BBDO
Rethink.
McCann

Seeing lots of talk on here about advertising being “dead” but that’s obviously not true, I saw a commercial on TV today.

Is there a creative partner dating site anywhere? Is this it? I’m looking for an ACD or CD, Art partner to apply to either FT or freelance gigs with me. DM me if you’re interested and wanna chat!

Thoughts on Goodby’s newly promoted CSO?

Is there anyone who get job from this site? I have applied many post . But didn't get any response.

How can GPD’s go client side? Feels like client-side positions want MBAs or Creatives. What can strategist do to get in?

AN OPEN LETTER FROM C SUITE TO THE EMPLOYEES OF THE MARTIN AGENCY.

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Ok I’m not actually from TMA but how fun would it be if now someone from the martin Agency C suite responded with an open letter calling out al… more

I want to put some of the instagram posts I’ve done in my book but some of the captions after going through the client aren’t very great. Do I have to keep the mediocre writing or can I change it? I’m… more

I’m considering accepting a position at Omnicom Production. Does anyone have any insights on what it’s like over there (Work/life balance, holidays, PTO, flexibility, etc?)

Does anyone know the email address ending for Publicis Groupe? I just received an email from a recruiter saying they have freelance opportunities at Publicis Groupe, but I don't believe I've ever appl… more

How large (headcount) are 72andSunny?

I was laid off last Sept & have been contracting since Jan. I spent 6 yrs at indie agencies & the last 3, client-side. In my experience the latter isn't super creative & I'd still … more

Anyone with insight into the Coca-Cola relationship with WPP/OpenX? Looking for background on how the partnership is working, especially after Publicis won the U.S. media account. Would love to speak … more

Is there a way to politely let a hiring manager know you are moving quickly through interviews at rival agencies as a heads up to expedite their process? Agency A is being very slow, but they’re my to… more