Black In Advertising

I’m producing a music and technology networking event next week for Young Money Entertainment and Ableton during BET weekend and am looking for last minute partners and vendors to fill our VIP bags or… more

What’s up with the creatives in here? Are you all working? I’m not seeing any job openings at all.

Hi, is anyone looking to make a move? I know an agency looking for a Strategy Director w/ Pharma experience (Remote indefinitely).

Hey! I know you have heard it, seen it, or felt it. This industry is exhausting for us. I moved from a small agency to one of the largest ad agencies expecting to see more diversity. I wanted to work … more

Any women who has had a WEIRD interaction with one of these linkedin famous DEI activist men? I did and would like to hear from you incase this is a pattern. I’m sick and tired of misogynoir.

Starting to build my portfolio, unsure if I should do a website or portfolio deck. Anyone have any insight into what would work best?

So I’m just over a month into a new role and I’m already feel incredibly stressed and overwhelmed. There are just so many things going on, so many problems to fix, just… a lot. I’m finding by the time it gets to … more

Anybody with a great branding portfolio out there?

In need of a really good OOH designer. Let me know if you are or know of somebody?

Any Black-owned production shops/studios that do radio?

Any Black-owned media buying agencies out there? (Digital or traditional)

Do you really like this industry? To the more seasoned professionals, was it all worth it?

Any creatives out there with experience in education (university), museum or craft beer?

Best hairstyles for interview? Do you rock your natural hair or opt for slicked back/ straight hair styles (for the ladies)

Anyone seen the new Netflix ads for Cleopatra?? Cleopatra was not a Black woman…advertisers and companies love to use our faces to bring in viewers - when in reality the actress could pass the pap… more

Hey y’all!
I have some friends over at a Chicago-based agency looking to fill a mid-senior level designer role and willing to pay a decent 💰Brand exp. a huge plus. Dm if interested!

Anyone else noticed more Black people in ads lately? Like constantly, everywhere? Not sure if they’re just getting that I want to see Black folks from stealing my data but I’ve seen so many of them la… more

Any thoughts on Hero Collective? Would love some insight.

I keep seeing (Black folks especially) losing their job over TikTok’s or social media attention that isn’t at all negative or inappropriate. Do you think full-time ad and marketing employees should be… more

Do you have time for an AM or PM 5-9? I go to pilates in the morning and spend a little time reading, but I’m still not up until 7/7:30 at the earliest. After work I just want to get home or spend tim… more

Is a 6 month raise normal? My manager says I'm supposed to be due for a raise in 6m, but I'm confused as to why. Not complaining just wondering if this is a normal structure for a small ad fir… more

Seriously considering leaving the United States but worried about work prospects overseas. Has anyone done any ad work in other countries or remote in the US from another country? Advice? Horror stori… more

What are your thoughts on targeted minority advertising? Should advertisers be intentionally targeting Black audiences, or just not leave them out of the thought process? I feel conflicted about worki… more

If you heard another manager talking about their reverse racism beliefs would you report it to HR? My worst case scenario is I report and they agree with my coworker 🤦🏾‍♀️.

Do you compliment other Black women at work/do they compliment you? Comparatively, do the white women in the office do the same thing?

Would you hire someone from work freelance to create something for you? I need a new website for my personal work and portfolio and am considering hiring someone either via Upwork or by asking around … more

How many Black people are involved in actual ad jobs at your company/agency? Not support roles or HR or anything actual advertising jobs. There are literally 2 of us in the creative department.

I’m about to turn 30 but I think I need a mentor. How do you find a mentor when you’re “older”?

I’ve been at my agency for 6 months working primarily on one account and yesterday they told me I’d be moving to a larger, more prestigious account due to the social strategist on that team getting a new job.

I’m nervous 😬 but I welcom… more

It’s been a week, month and year 😭 Any advice for when “they” are constantly testing you? How do you know when it’s time to leave?

Hi! Anyone have any advice on taking risks? Thinking about leaving my agency job and temporarily moving to Amsterdam. I’ve been wanting to move there for years.

Hi,
I think is probably the safest place to ask this question. I started a brand side role 10 months ago and I’m struggle with our creative team. It is a collective struggle (everyone in marketing is… more

Hello! I’m reaching out as I’m on the hunt for my next strategy position.
I’m based in NYC and I am a brand strategist (with a digital specialty) with experience across multiple industries (tech/telecom/Pharma-der… more

Thoughts on RIRI performance 👀

Agency fam, what does your Black history programming look like if at all? Is it giving what it’s supposed to give?