PR and Communications

Anyone worked with a headhunter/recruiter before? Is there anything I should be watching out for?

With the Omnicom/IPG merger I'm sensing some other firms trying to snag some talent.

Is it just me, or when you look at the career journeys of top agency executives, their promotion timeline was SO MUCH SHORTER than it is nowadays for anyone?!?!
Ex: person who is now Managing Director starte… more

whats an everage salary for an intergrated communication manager at a global company?

Two questions...

1) Anyone pivoted out of one field of PR (ie. Talent) and into another (ie. Brands/Events/Fundraising, etc.)?

2) How do I explain to companies that I don't have a portfolio like someone who wor… more

How much do you think your first job really impacts your career path? Can you realistically pivot later? Or do you think lucing into that top tier internship or role after graduation makes the differe… more

I've been in Comms for 30 years. Last year, I interviewed for 15 jobs. Every one of them asked for an unpaid work assignment to demonstrate my writing skills. I refused. Before last year, I was ne… more

How strict is Edelman’s 3-days in office policy? And if it is strictly 3-days, are hours flexible — i.e. can you come in for half a day, leave at lunch, and WFH the remainder of the day? Are hours fle… more

I’m about 7 years into PR/Comms and am really dealing with a “mid life” crisis. I have no idea if this is what I even want to do anymore, but it feels like the time has passed to try something new and… more

Greetings, I am a 24 Year old man, I would like some advice in way that I can workout in the circle that am in.

Frankly it's hard to serve cause of responsibility,

I had to leave college at 4th year cause of support and all I served … more

Anyone have any insight into working in corporate comms at Amazon? Is it really as intense as people make it out to be coming from an agency background?

Anyone at Highwire or Bliss Group? What are your thoughts on acquisition?

Hey, all! So, I am 58 years old, female, lots of comms experience. I recently had a second interview at an org for a comms position that would be part of a small team. I would be the oldest team member if I was hired.
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Anyone have experience with Bully Pulpit International? Thoughts on working there?

How’s everyone’s morning going? I just sent out an email and accidentally said “pubic relations” instead of “public relations” 🤦‍♀️

I would love to work in the EU but I know times are tough for agencies worldwide. Where would you all recommend looking for in-house PR/comms roles that offer work visas?

Can someone from Edelman explain the "earned flywheel" to me? What is it? and how will it work?

Is Burson London actually making revenue? It looks like most of the agency has been promoted this week…

How much do you charge for freelancing, whether an hourly rate or a monthly retainer? Let’s assume you’re doing 8-10 hrs a week for basic thought leadership type work like media opps, speaking opps, a… more

What are the current creative director freelance rates going for these days in PR? Burson? Edelman? FH? Real Chem?

I signed an IPG offer prior to the merger and start next week (not at an impacted agency, thank god). Any idea what I'm walking into? I'm worried my benefits just drastically changed than what… more

Omnicom friends - can you explain your PTO policy? Lots of questions around here about whether it's 15 days & the 10-hours are additional accrual, or if we need to work up to the 15 days.

Also … more

I have a second interview with an org I would love to work for, Communications job. For part of the interview, they would like me to do a 20-minute presentation on my 90 day strategic plan to get up t… more

Hi. Posting as someone struggling to land a job in PR, and coms in general.

Do you have any interview tips for someone 3 years post-grad and doesn't have direct PR experience after school?

I was rec… more

Which agency(ies) work with Milk Bone dog treats? I’m no longer in PR. Thanks.

Where do you all go to pick up a few extra hours (10ish/week) of work? Trying to avoid Fiverr and related sites since I have a portfolio but it won't be stacked like some of the people on there.

I… more

Sage is one of the best companies to work for if you crave a place where you have a voice and white space to grow, lead, be challenged and contribute to the culture. The agency's work is spread ac… more

AI can be both our best friend and our sneakiest foe. It helps us work faster, think smarter, and reach further — but sometimes, it steals the joy of creating. No machine can replace the warmth, empat… more

No luck finding a job in marketing/comms or finance since Dec 2024, LinkedIn isn't helpful either, any recommendations of websites or companies to use? TIA

What is Omnicom maternity leave policy and FTO?

I received a job offer a week ago. They came to me at the minimum salary range we discussed in my first phone screen, and I politely countered. Seemed like a very standard negotiation.

The recruiter just called to… more

We're letting go of a handful of employees next week, and I've been tasked with the internal comms. I've got HR's required language, but every draft I write feels either too cold or we… more

Curious how many interviews that others have had where the recruiter states that there are "a few other core competencies that were not in the job description" and proceeds to ask for your e… more