Media Wizards

Serious question: is Infosum like…a scam?
We had a call wanting to do clean rooms for ‘24 audience planning and shared some blunt questions asking how CRs work and (head of biz dev) couldn’t answer.
Now they’ve ju… more

Would you accept a role where you are the only Comms planner at an agency with no media team?

Hello fishies - unfortunately, I’ve been laid off from a media agency as a result of downsizing. If anyone is looking for an experienced Supervisor/fresh Associate Media Director, shoot me a note. I a… more

Anyone heard anything about the Constellation account at Initiative? Curious to hear honest reviews…

Agencies that charge % of spend and also report on cost per metrics (cost per lead, sale, etc), do you include agency fee as total cost input?

Agency folks- what are you seeing in the marketplace in terms of household addressable client interest?

Any media folks working at Real Chemistry? What's it like?

So, I recently took over the PR efforts at work. I got to plan out our first PR box, and this is my first crack at building a media list. As such, I would like to know any tips on pitching! I want to build a goo… more

Seeking a new job ASAP that focuses on digital strategy, client retention, and campaign management to name a few. 7+ years in campaign management/ digital marketing, 12+ years working in broadcast med… more

Has anyone as a US citizen (without a dual citizenship) successfully gotten a role at a media agency in a different country, specifically in a media buying (or similar) role? If yes, what was the proc… more

Former Holdco VP level/SVP/face of an independent agency looking for a new role.

Please DM if you are looking. First time posting…

Hi, anyone working for Publicid Belgium? Thanks

Hello Fishbowl Community,

I am an experienced programmatic analyst with 2 years of industry expertise at OMD, and I have worked with a diverse range of clients (from ecommerce to entertainment). I rece… more

Does anyone else regret staying in the digital advertising career? I wish I could have worked in law, healthcare, accounting. Media feels so fake and full of s***. But I’m 27 and I feel too old to ent… more

Business pitch: a b2v research company that pays users to track their scrolling habits on companies like IG and TikTok. You could gather research on what makes a user click on certain content most specifically ad… more

What tools do you use for planning and buying? Reporting and analytics? Research and insights?

Seeking a new job ASAP that focuses on digital strategy, client retention, and campaign management to name a few. 7+ years in campaign management/ digital marketing, 12+ years working in broadcast med… more

How challenging is it to transition from programmatic to a social, digital direct, or media planning role? I’m applying for jobs but it seems like I’m pigeon holed into programmatic and I want to get … more

Thoughts on a Master’s Degree while working in the media industry?

I graduated 2022 and have never considered getting my Master’s… until a few days ago. Is it worth getting one if I work in media where… more

Looking to test out some new programmatic partners for conversion, specifically for medicare advantage clients. Any that you have had exceptional experiences with?

What is a splashy media idea that you’ve wanted to try but haven’t gotten the opportunity to?

Any reason why an agency wouldn’t state who the client you’re interviewing for would be? The recruiter said she wasn’t allowed to disclose. Feels sus…

Hi,

I'm looking to get clients for my animation services. Any hints or suggestions for this business development?
Already have a corporation registered with website and strong portfolio.
Willing to collborate/… more

After 10+ years at ad agencies, I’m considering freelancing media planning and buying (have programmatic, social, google ads, and traditional radio, and out of home experience) in the new year so I ca… more

Any freelance media planners in the US? Looking for help on a pitch.

For the Healthcare/Pharma people out there; what is do different about HC/P that it’s so insular? Every time I see a job post about a role on an agency HC/P team previous experience is required and I… more

Where do you guys get your daily / weekly industry and platform updates? Ex. Social platform updates
I want to be more informed, but I am a bit lost on what newsletters etc. to subscribe too.

Anyone have experience at Assembly Global? Recruiter reached out to me but want to know people’s experience working there. Positive? Negative? Spill the tea ☕️

I’m currently looking for a Paid Social Supervisor/Manager/Lead role in any media agency except for IPG and Publicis. Can anybody give reference? Ty!!