Creatives

Those that submitted to Cannes before, how did you structure the PDF submission? One pager or slides that talk through the campaign?

This may be the worst SB ever as far as commercials go. Did anyone see at least one they liked? I feel like all clients controlled the creative and agencies just shut their mouths. What a waste of mon… more

Whats the best awards case study / board of all time?

Remember when we looked forward to the Bud Light ads every year?

Score at halftime.
Philadelphia Eagles 24
Super Bowl Copywriters 0

Can anyone vouch for portable monitors that don’t break the bank?

Any good senior AD/ACD art? Im at the final stages of a process, and I've been asked to propose my partner. DM your folio if interested (good agency, great team by led by awesome creatives and hum… more

BBDO LA is looking to fill multiple creative roles across different levels. Was there a recent exodus or something? Any insight/opinions on the place?

Does FCBWest (San Francisco office) still exist?

How do you apply? can't find the website page for San Francisco

Is it crazy to quit a job to freelance right now? How many of you are getting regular gigs? And is it harder doing it solo than in a team?

If ad agencies were flavors, what flavors would each advertising agency be?

PSA: If someone is making an effort to connect and takes the time to send you a message or two, have the decency to respond. Even if it's two words.

I’m shooting a campaign with a major celebrity comedian in a few weeks, any similar experiences to share and how do I navigate that on set?

What do you do if you’re put on a project that isn’t your idea, you don’t think it’s interesting and it’s supposed to take a lot of time to create?

what creative role do you think is making most money these days? I remember a time when copywriters were making nothing but seeing a listing with a 100K+ range now is more than common. Same with graph… more

Do all case studies need a problem? Can they just be entertaining if the idea is a bit of dumb fun?

Anyone working on United at 72? How’s the vibe? Seems like a tough client…

Is it worth leaving a fulltime role at a toxic, unstable agency for a 5 month contract role in big tech? How much is “getting your foot in the in-house door” worth sacrificing full time stability?

Currently working with a recruiter to connect with ECDs but they’ve gone silent.

Should I wait or reach out directly to the ECDs? If so, what’s the best way to do it without stepping on toes?

I got a job as an ACD at a bigger agency and I feel more out of the loop than ever. Previously I worked as a senior in a smaller agency and I felt much more involved. I got more face time presenting, … more

Is it true that a resumes designed with columns often get bypassed by the automatic scanners used by recruiters/agencies?

Anyone doing temp work while they try to find a job? I’m considering working in an Amazon warehouse, but I’ll take suggestions!

Hello Fishers! I’m looking for an Art Director to team up with and apply to LePub Milan right now. I have many awards including Cannes Lions. Anyone interested? Hit me up!

Whatever happened to Diet Madison Avenue?

Did Rethink do any hiring after their open house book reviews?

Having a bit of issues at work.
I’d like to know what exactly does an ACD do? In my experience, for small one-offs leading and completing projects independently and for big campaigns it’s leading and directing my… more

Hi everyone, I’m currently on the lookout for new opportunities as an ACD/CD-level Art Director in NYC. Open to full-time or freelance, remote or in-office. If you or someone you know is looking for a… more

Is Mary King still the main creative recruiter at Droga5?

What are indications you’re gonna get a raise or not?

Do CD roles in tech pay less than agency?

Anyone have any ideas on how to break into pharma? I see lots of jobs posted about pharma but I have no experience in it.

Do agencies check with your current job about level when getting hired for a new gig? How do so many ppl get away with title inflation?

Hey gang, what's a fair salary for an ACD in SF?