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Has anyone successfully pivoted into a different industry in the last year or so? I want out of non-profit

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Anybody good with designing business cards?

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Anyone interested in creating a co-operative ad agency? With the mass layoffs and mergers I think it’s time to create an agency that puts good creative first and is owned by the talented people that m… more

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Seeking advice. Ever felt like everything you do is wrong because it’s not how your boss would do it? Any tactics to handle this? I’m re-entering my industry after a break, and my boss is too busy to guide me. My… more

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Hey y’all - I’m preparing to sue one of my former agencies - does anyone have any tips that they would like to share? Any advice would be greatly appreciated 🙌🏾

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How Natalia Bryant become a CD before me?! 😡 😂

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NEED ADVICE! I’m a marketing mgr. of a large firm

In my past I lived a life I wasn’t proud and moved to NYC to better myself. I was in bad company and tried to leave “that life” behind. But the past caught up wit… more

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i feel like i’m one of few black people at my agency and i feel like i desperately need a BLACK writing mentor. it’s really different to be a black creative in this industry. help! please. 🥺

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works at Razorfish
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Wow, it’s really dead in here. I guess everyone really did get laid off.

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Does anyone know the extent of the Linear Traffic Coordinating role in advertising? Like is the longevity of this role good or is it something you should use as a stepping stone to go into a better li… more

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Pereira O’Dell hiring these roles for a new client. NY and SF offices are hybrid, LA office is remote (though you need to be based in the area).

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Anyone looking for a social media and community manager role? Hit me up or feel free to refer someone to me. Bonus points if you have paid social experience.

P.S. I am not the decision maker for hirin… more

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Looking for some insight. Just wrapped up a pretty cool project with a large tech company. Provided strategic services. Looking to leverage for an in-house entry role or mid level agency role. Proble… more

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While on IG I came across "Aspiring AI Models".... wth is that? I've seen a page that said it was AI, but not Aspiring.

Secondly, it was a black AI and in my head I'm thinking there&#… more

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Last few weeks have been rough. I was moved under a new director without letting my previous director know. I found out by looking into the system, always getting shifted around to clean up work from … more

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Anyone else exhausted from begging these industries to give us scraps? Fighting to enter doors blocked by fears and tears? While we are resilient, creative and inspirational, nothing changes with them generationa… more

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a Creative Consultant
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Real Talk—-What stops you from buying Black-owned fashion brands?

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Anyone else had the joy of working for a white boss who clearly favors their white and Hispanic direct reports? They whisk them off for coffee and set up weekly one-on-ones, while I’ve been ignored fo… more

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Hey folks! Just dropping this paid summer internship opportunity for creatives looking for a way into advertising.

TO APPLY: Create a 2-ish minute video showing or telling us what makes you a creative thi… more

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Needed to vent because my White Male Mgr. is OC

Have a BW colleague/partner at our firm. We have a GREAT working relationship she’s also at my level in seniority, we’ve also been dating 2 yrs. This NEW… more

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Any advice on transferring from agency to brand side? I’m thinking about my long-term journey to get there in the next 2 years.

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The was posted today. I’m certain hearing this is going to become a daily occurrence now. They were thinking. But now they’re saying it

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Posted yesterday. See comments for NYC roles.

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Happy Holidays! I am currently working agency side and am interested in transitioning to production company side. Are there any that you all have worked with that have diverse staff? Maybe in- house s… more

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would anyone being willing to look at my book?

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Is anyone at Area23? I would to chat and ask a few questions!

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does anyone if the Adcolor after dark party is going to be in the hallway again?

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Hey recently got laid off does anyone have any PM leads? Based in NYC so remote or hybrid roles are preferred. Thanks for your help!

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I’m feeling inspired to share a powerful shift that’s happening within our community. It’s time to move from the hustle era into a balanced era—a space where we can embrace our softness and cultivate calm in our lives.

Let’s redefine what success means to us! Your worth isn’t tied to your achievements; it’s inherent. It’s all about working smarter, nurturing our well-being, and lifting each other up.

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What should Black professionals in this industry be doing to prepare for ’47? I know it’s already happened, but this shift feels darker. I have goals to secure a senior-level position in the next few … more

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Interesting….

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How are companies supporting employees at this time? Resources? Silence? Need some thoughts here.

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Let’s spread some joy!

Drop below some advice you would give your younger self when first entering the biz. 🌟

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Is it wise to call out your interview panel for hiring bias? I just interviewed for Dentsu X and they blatantly did that to me…

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Anyone go to Blackweek? How was it?

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Anyone here work over at Dentsu X? I have a couple of questions…

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Anyone work at UWG? Thoughts on culture and atmosphere?

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Does anyone know of a white-label ads manager platform? I want to create my ads for my platform instead of using an ads manager platform like Google Ads.

Thanks

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Hey guys. So I was fired from failing to pass this PIP process a while ago and been applying to other places for months to no avail. I was formally a senior associate yet have a harder time finding an… more

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