Ask A Recruiter - Advertising

If an agency doesn’t have anyone on LinkedIn distinctly listed as recruiter or hr, and CDs aren’t responding, what would be the next possible path to get in touch with them?

Lately, I’ve been on the job hunt, reaching out to recruiters, and I must admit it’s been tough. Despite my genuine interest in their companies, the silence on the other end can be really discouraging.

I’m fortuna… more

I have a 2nd interview this week for a position I really want. I was interviewed by this person 18 months ago for a lower level role that did not work out. I thought we really connected in that round of i… more

Small boutique agency. Reached out to CDs on LinkedIn, but no response. Connected with the one of the owners for the agency, do I dare message them directly? Or is that too much?

Final interview with a chief people officer. Any advice on what to expect? I’ve been through the recruiter screen, hiring manager interview, home assessment, panel interviews with behavioral questions… more

Is it appropriate to send a group thank you email after an initial interview that was attended by 7 people? If approved to move forward, I would be meeting with most of the members of the interview co… more

What is the process like for a recruiter when they are presenting talent options to a team? Is it like a powerpoint presentation with people and their work?

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Given how competitive the market is, I've been trying to make sure I contact someone at the companies I'm applying to (a recruiter, a mutual, an alum from my school...etc). I was wondering though, if … more

Should I be negotiating pay for contract roles? Often when a recruiter comes to me with a contract role they seem to have a set pay range however are always willing to agree to the max number of that … more

I have an offer that I verbally agreed to - I feel I didn’t do too much negotiating. Have to sign today. The salary is on the higher end of the range posted on the listing, but it’s a little less than what I was … more

HI All, I am currently looking for a new role as EP - Senior Producer or Producer. Either in-house or ad agency. 15+ years of experience on Brand Production. Film, Print, Social, Experiential. divided… more

I just interviewed with a hiring manager whose email was not shared with me (the interview communication was via recruiting software), but I am able to guess the email from the format the company uses… more

Would like to ask a general idea of interview response in this summer vacation period in Europe.

I did an interview last week and was said there are only a few people working in HR right now due to the summer vacation s… more

What’s with all these Recruiters transitioning to “coaching?” I realize that a successful coaching practice probably brings in more $$$ than recruiting (unless you’re at the top of your game and recru… more

The question may sound weird, but:

What are the agencies that pay the most, particularly in Italy?

I've been wondering this for a while, but when asked about years of experience should you only count post-grad years?

I taught myself the Adobe programs in high school and started freelancing immediately, and… more

This might be a silly question, but if a recruiter reaches out to you directly and asks for your resume... do they intend to read through it themselves or put it through an ATS system?

When reaching out to someone to inquire about a potential job should you cut right to the chase or try and develop the convo more organically?

Hey everyone! Is there anyone here working at Wolff Olins or know someone who does? I'm interested in their fall internship program and would love to chat with someone from the company. 

recruiters – how are budgets looking going into July and the rest of this year? still frozen and lean until Fed interest rates fall? only focusing on director+ roles or are jr-senior roles also in consideration? … more

Could I interest anyone in a Sr. CW this fine Friday eve? NYC or remote preferably 🥹

Do agencies still hire creative partners together or is that old school? My CW and I work amazingly together and both happen to be looking for a move.

Can anyone recommend a recruiter in Los Angeles. I honestly have never had any luck with any recruiter.

what’s the best way to find a new role while still being employed? Just relying on job postings? Should I try to work with a recruiter on the down low?

Anyone work with a good recruiter lately? Would love to hear about recent experiences or people/companies to connect with.

Hey everyone,

I’ve been under contract with an agency since January, but I've realized it's not the right fit. I'm looking for a Full-Time role as a Creative Director (Art) or even an Associate Creativ… more

Obligatory "are things warning up yet?" Post

Anyone hiring remote Account Directors?

Anyone hiring for an Executive Producer, Senior Creative Producer for ad agency or in-house creative agency, NY based or remote?

Anyone hiring for a Senior Strategist in LA or SF?

Happened to me twice that a recruiter messages me on LI, I respond a few hours later with availability(is that too long) and then there's no reply. 🤔 Any idea why??

How long do you wait after a 3rd interview to follow up, ask for an update or give up hope? Had a 3rd interview with a high level exec after meeting with the hiring manager, and it has been a week. … more

I just need to vent. I can’t fucking sleep because I’m laying awake thinking about the most insane conversation I had today with the ECD at work who went on a long rant about the importance of having … more

Is a 1-page resume old school? Now with AI crawling resumes I feel like I need to include every key term a recruiter / company would want, but my one-page resume looks cluttered, but I worry a 2-pager… more

Compensation range question.

When a recruit ask this question and requires an answer, how should I reply? I currently make $155k and their public salary for the role that I’m applying for is $175k-$19… more

Is there any cover letter tip?

When a company confirms that I used to work for a company on my resume, what is that process like, who do they generally speak with, and what are they allowed to ask?