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Bleeden back at FCB?

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How many Chicago-based, single, divorced or widowed men between the ages of 48-53 (or thereabouts) do you know personally? In advertising? Or in another field? Live in the city or 'burbs?

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Do any agencies in Chicago cover egg freezing as a benefit?

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Would love to speak to a CD at Leo Burnett Chicago! 🙏

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Best agency office in Chicago?

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Havas coffin lobby funeral thing is embarrassing

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Incredibly specific question but has anyone had luck getting into McDonald in house agency (Agency 123). Been trying to find client side roles that align nicely and having a hard time breaking through… more

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Hey any Chicago creatives with international experience? Would love to pick your brains. Need some advice about life.

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how’s fcb these days?

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Havas layoffs??

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Incredibly vocal minority of boomers, who's main job is bothering you while you're trying to work, pushing back to office. Wishing y'all and the shareholders nothing but contempt.

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Anybody have any leads on any open ACD-Art roles in the Chicago area or remote? Looking for my next gig as a result of company layoffs. Any tips are very much appreciated!

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FCB Production in Chicago. How much power does Kerry Hill have over culture, hires and operations? What’s her story in that department? Any intel?

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Who are some good Chicago headhunters?

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Meet creative people like you — this Thursday, Sept 7th on the rooftop of Virgin Hotels Chicago.

Featuring Cannes Lions DJs Jet Blvck and SABZ with creative industry discounts on food and drink from 5-9pm when you namedrop #AgencyAfterhours to your server.

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You people are classy, right? What's a thoughtful hostess gift for a fancy Chicago couple in Lakeview? They have high school age kids, he's an investments guy, etc just for context.

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Is the new norm now 3 days in-office?

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Anyone have info on Quality Meats and whether or not they’re looking to grow and add creatives in the future?

Would be great to see them emerge as a big strong shop. I think we could all use more plac… more

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Is energy BBDO a good agency to work at? What’s the vibe these days?

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Meet creative people like you — this Thursday on the rooftop of Virgin Hotels Chicago. Featuring Cannes Lions DJ Supes Base and Tea Vibe of Designory with creative industry discounts from 5-9pm when you namedrop Agency Afterhours to your server.

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Fuck DDB Chicago. There’s no reason they couldn’t have at least considered me or given me an interview at some point over the last 4 years or so.

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Is anyone else joining the big mini putt putt gold league?

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How is DDB Chicago? Looking to apply there but scared of having crazy hours.

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Freelance rate for Senior Copywriter? I either feel like I think I’m God or I am giving my work away for free. Halp

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What age do people retire in advertising?

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I’m an ACD looking for some guidance on a tough account. If you’re a creative that’s been in a similar spot, please DM me.

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I can’t with this. Sure the idea is fun, but what college kid made this comp?! I mean, try a little.

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How do single people in the city afford apartments in nice buildings with amenities? I make $105K and feel like I still need to live in relatively crummy places. Even 450 sq feet studios w/ building a… more

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I’m hoping to transition to brand side within the next year but rarely see any Chicago mid level positions. Anyone work in-house or know of any places I should keep an eye out for?

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Any agencies in chicago that offer unlimited PTO?

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Since being laid off from my Chicago agency, I've been interviewing for new roles. With my paid media experience as a senior associate earning $72k, I'm aiming for $75k in my Starcom interview… more

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Meet creative people like you on the rooftop of Virgin Hotels Chicago. Enjoy DJ Sets by Quicktastic of Cramer-Krasselt and ShamPain Wishes of DDB with creative industry discounts on food and drink from 5-9pm this Thursday, Aug 17th.

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I sound like such a boomer, but is it just me or are the junior creatives these days a little TOO persistent? I completely understand cold emailing, and I don’t mind a few follow ups either. But after… more

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On a scale from 1-10, how inappropriate is it for the company that just laid you off a week ago to have multiple employees reach out asking you to help them with something they can't find? 🙄 Also… more

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I was recently laid off and I’m looking for a new social media position. I have 5 years of professional experience. If anybody has any leads I would really appreciate it.

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What's the best shop in town for work-life balance / just chilling out 😎

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Does anyone have any recommendations for a good mechanic in the city? TYIA

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Any Singaporeans?

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