Advertising

How do you navigate working at a company where leadership is so openly partisan—posting political articles on office windows, placing large signs outside, and discussing controversial topics like the … more

I’ve only ever worked at Dentsu Creative on two major accounts, working up from AC to AS. It’s been 3.5 years and I feel like it’s time to move to another agency for more money because what I’m being … more

Are we closing in on email being phased out as a method of advertising delivery?

Do any big agencies target the World Series of Poker for their brands? Why or why not?

Perhaps this is a dumb question, but are there agencies in non-English countries who would hire a CD who only speaks English?

I’m thinking of places like Tokyo, Berlin, Paris, Amsterdam, etc.

Agency’s legal team stonewalling settlement talks after going through state legal divisions.

This common from them?
Ways to break through?

Has anyone here overcome addiction and found purpose after recovery?
My younger brother is struggling. Every time he gets sober, he relapses, mostly because he feels lost and without direction. I’m hoping to find … more

I've been unemployed and interviewing since February 2025. Is it just me or is the interviewing stage (all stages) weird? I have a bunch of elevator pitches and modify them according to the job de… more

Ghosted by hr after interview and email follow up. ….would you reach out to the hiring manager directly?

I feel my own bias coming into play here but, my younger cousin asked if they should get into advertising saying it sounds really fun.

Should they? My bias is saying no but my experience may be short-… more

Is it possible to go full-time freelance as a mid-level? (4 YOE)

Got laid off.

I’ve reached out to fishbowl regarding the car-spam post. They blocked him but he keeps making new accounts.

How much does the name/reputation of the agency you work at impact your own sense of confidence, perceived value, or career trajectory?

I’m currently at a smaller, lesser-known shop and making great money,but I st… more

Was it that bad in 2008?

I wasn’t in US at that time yet, so can’t compare; but this is the first time I’m seeing the market being that bad. This year specifically; or maybe it’s my LinkedIn algorithm,… more

I had such a great day! Maybe it’s the few days off, and the massive amount of celebrating. But I felt great coming to work today, and had a fabulous day! 🇺🇸💕

What are the top agencies in Austin that are actually making worthwhile/good work these days? I’m seeing Bakery and Preacher, but what other places?

interviewing in-house for the first time. have always been agency side. on their website if says a test brief is part of the interview process. is that sketchy? or normal? i’ve never done a test brief… more

I’m finding it easier to get interviews if I’m part of a team as opposed to solo. If i have a year or two more experience than my partner, what’s the best way to negotiate a fair salary for that exper… more

How seriously do agencies take global mobility? If your client is an international brand, what are the odds you’d be able to leave the U.S. and work remotely? Does anyone have any stories on how this … more

Was told that the team wants to move forward with me for a role and now the team is aligning with with the ceo on “internal logistics and get the final green light”

I got his update last week-how long … more

Skyrizzi must have the worlds biggest media budget

Agency CWs, are you mostly focused on one brand or are you spread out over a few? More than a few?

What’s it like at Tombras?

Is it just me or is every creative burnt out? Has it always been this way or is it just particularly bad these days?

I'm not ready to move up to ACD and I'm worried I never will be.

Is it possible to get remote work on here whilst in another country?

What's an anti-social habit you refuse to feel bad about? I’ll start: Leaving an event when I want to, not feeling obligated to stay because no one else is leaving yet.

What’s the deal with noble people? The head of strategic job has been open for months. I was ghosted by the recruiter months ago.

Best city for work and to raise a family in?

What’s Omnicom’s educational credit like? Or does it depend on which agency?

Wondering if I should utilize my current agency’s (an IPG shop) while I can even though I have a lot of work on my plate thi… more

Is it worth leaving advertising to start a small business/brand?

Has anyone interviewed at a company and then discover they stole your ideas and/or lifted campaign ideas from your portfolio?