Advertising

I think a lot of non-advertising people assume we’re in this high paying industry. And I’m sure it’s true for some and not true for others. But what’s your reality- do you feel you have enough $ saved… more

What’s the best work you’ve seen recently? Last year or si

Are feedback session a part of your agency culture? i've been here for over 4 years and just when I heard there might be a layoff soon, suddenly we have feedback sessions. I had my first one yeste… more

so how did you get made redundant? i got laid off while I was on PTO moving to a new apartment, the weekend before thanksgiving. oh also the week before that, the agency threw a lavish party for winni… more

Is anyone else have the worst work Week of their life? Please tell me I’m not alone and share any big mistakes you’ve made to make me feel better.

I know it’s earnings season. But just because you made a pair of CTV spots doesn’t mean you should pretend that it is solely because of you that your Fortune 500 employer posted profits and delighted … more

Are we protesting ICE by not going to work tomorrow? What’s the vibe?

What are some ways for managing emotionally when it feels like another writer is taking credit for and/or presenting your ideas & lines as their own?

I’m trying to rise above, just ignore it and let the think… more

Is there a resource or archive anywhere of great moodboards? Wanting to branch out some more from my typical sites I usually pull from and also…boycotting Pinterest bc of all the ai slop

where are all the non-pushover account people at. Stop saying yes to every client request for the LOVE of your creatives.

Tik Tok has become a tool of the US govt with the recent acquisition. They are now tracking demographic data. And I’ve noticed all negative ICE related content keeps being removed from my feed. Appare… more

I’m currently a mid-level writer at a client-side job. I was a senior agency-side before this role.

My concern is that, if I include this job on my LinkedIn, I will be overlooked for ACD roles because I’ll be seen… more

I hope these OMC goons realize Karma is real. It WILL get them one day.

Thoughts on working at VML Health?

Is the industry in PDX just nonexistent aside from Nike? I've been looking for a job in Portland for over a year now as I'd like to make a move out there and I feel like there's no jobs ev… more

Getting real low response on job applications/when reaching out to people is this just me or are others having the same experience?

Just got a link to my agency's full Generative AI policy. Are the rest of you getting something like this?

Anyone have advice for transitioning out of pharma back to general advertising? I’m a senior Art Director level and have had over 10 years in general advertising. But my current role just happens to be DTC pharma… more

How often are client deadlines completely arbitrary? And why don't they realize fast work is not the same as good work?

I’m currently pregnant and have had an influx of doctors appointments lately. Our policy is to always throw on our drs app on each others calendars so we are all aware of when someone will be OOO. Why is it whene… more

I recently received my degrees in advertising and sports management, and most of my internships have been in social media and content production. Two of my internships were on campus, and the other tw… more

Do some agencies go with the title 'Art Director' for ACD, or is it a totally different role? If yes, in what way is it different? My initial thought was that art directors probably had to hav… more

Does anyone work at a very social first agency? If so, how is it structured?

Ours is very traditional with strategy, creative and production and I think it’s holding us back and weighing us down. I’m interested i… more

So I have been offered a new job! Hooray for me! HR told me it will take sometime for the official offer letter.. I’m having a hard time caring about my current job.

Does anyone know Omnicom’s policy on moving agencies in-network (pay, title, other issues)? We don’t have access to handbook yet so it’s tough for me to figure out. If there are restrictions (assuming… more

Freelance creatives: how many days do you typically work in a year? And how much are you making per year?

I need to replenish my playlist. I’m looking for the best cover songs. And cover songs where they entirely change the style and tempo. Thinking like Hurt by Johnny Cash or Stand By Me by Stephen Wilso… more

What is a fair and competitive day rate for a CD these days? dipping my toes into the freelance world but not sure what i would charge. thanks!!

Anyone been hearing these start zyn to stop smoking ads, it’s absolutely wild that passed legal no?

who are the best/og production houses in the game? one that comes to mind is MJZ, keep it rolling!

When the future ambition is clear but the organization isn’t there yet, how do you shape strategy that’s useful in the present without diluting the core idea?

I’m thinking specifically about companies that grew qu… more

My account team has been ignoring me past week when requesting clarity or asking for discussion on client changes this week while also simultaneously feeling accosted/snubbed for “accepting” our own actionable cr… more

Have Deutsch LA's email addresses changed to OMC?

Anybody looking for a Senior Director of Ad Sales? I know two good ones who are looking. Both have great resumes, and are a blast to work with.