Chicago Advertising

Are there better presentation tools out there, or is PowerPoint still the best we have?

I’ve been debating whether to move out of the city for more space and lower rent — but I worry I’ll lose access to the networking and job scene in Chicago. Anyone here make that move to the suburbs? D… more

Will VML destroy my soul (more than the average corporate bs) or is there some opportunity there?

Thinking about doing grad school part-time while working. If you’ve done it, how did you balance the chaos? Did you feel like the payoff was actually worth it or was it just an expensive way to feel b… more

Where are the best places to get focused work done outside the house? I’m remote and trying to take a break from the apt but I can’t justify $8 lattes every day. Any good libraries, lounges, or cowork… more

I'm curious, what are the agencies in the city that retained a party culture? Surely some partying agencies have to have remained post-COVID.

For those of you working downtown, do you actually enjoy the office vibe here? I’m hybrid and trying to decide if it’s worth commuting in more often. The energy can be nice, but between the crowds and… more

Anyone have any insight into the Project Management team at Leo? Cool people and/or work?

Is anywhere in this city hiring ACDs?

I have a new client who insists on keeping their ads in the phonebook. Like, the physical phonebook. He wants us to get him a better price on these ads. (Do you have any idea how pricey these ads are?… more

Which advertising agency will be the first to replace its staff with AI? Publicis, Omnicom, IPG, or WPP, and why is it Publicis?

Have you seen any plays or performances in Chicago that you enjoyed lately?

Anyone know how energy BBDO is at promotions and bonuses?

Any word on Leo’s culture? I see they’re hiring for some creative roles

Does anyone work for Disney Advertising? How long does it take to hear back about a job I applied for?

How many hours are you being forced to work lately? My firm had layoffs, so we're understaffed. Now I'm working 60+ hours a week to cover the extra workload. Employers love to abuse their sala… more

Anyone work at PepsiCo? What’s the culture like?

When you have an out-of-state client coming in for a visit and they want the "real Chicago" pizza experience, what restaurant do you take them nearish the downtown area?

I've decided I'm not made for the heat. I'm sick of my makeup melting off my face before I can make it into the office (I walk about five blocks to work). Is anyone else starting to miss t… more

What agency works for Dyson? I love the brand

Highdive just made an all AI commercial for Jeep… A brand that usually is beloved by environmental lovers…

I hate how fast we’re hurtling towards that old Jeff Goldblum, Jurassic Park quote. Asking if … more

anyone looking for a AD partner?

What are the best places to be an in house creative in Chicago?

Looking to get re-inspired about this dying industry. What are some instagram accounts y'all follow to feel like you know what's up in the industry and that nicely presents good work? Adweek a… more

how often are you actually proud of the work that goes live? I feel like 80% of what I pitch gets watered down, and the final version barely resembles the concept.

Does anyone else feel like briefs are getting shorter but the asks are getting bigger? I swear I just got one that said “make it viral” and that was it.

I’m broke

How’s VML right now? Seems like WPP in general isn’t great to jump to, but I see they’re hiring a lot. New biz win, or just finding new (cheaper) talent?

If you're in creative or strategy, what's your favorite way to use AI right now? I’ve been experimenting with it for moodboards and quick first drafts, but I feel like I’m only scratching the … more

AI is valuable but it’s starting to feel like most people are just editing what the algorithm spits out. Shouldn’t we be flipping that? Making the creative first, then testing it against AI for gaps or tr… more

Who here likes their agency?

I’m realizing being the “quiet fixer” on a team doesn’t always work in your favor. I’ve solved more than a few fires this week, but I wasn’t the one shouting solutions in the group chat. Do you ever f… more

B2B folks, which SM platform is giving you the best ROI? I think Facebook's time is passing

😈 Petty revenge storytime. The modern workplace comes with plenty of annoyances and conflicts. Share a time when you got some well-deserved petty revenge on a coworker in the comments below.