Project Management - Advertising

Agency burnout is hitting me hard after 5 years. My client is the most demanding client I’ve worked with. I’m looking to go elsewhere but anything I apply to I either don’t hear anything or get an aut… more

What are some pros and cons to switch from ad agency to design studio?

Hello All, I have 10 years of experience as a Project Management in Film and I am trying to get into advertising for more work/life balance. I have been having a hard time getting any leads. I have th… more

Hey all! In my time as a Project Manager, I've navigated through tight deadlines, shifting priorities, and the occasional unpredictable hiccup. One thing I've learned is the importance of adap… more

Consulting or Contracting? Which one do you like better? I keep getting called for contract/freelance roles. However, the rates are lower. I know freelance through an agency means they take a cut.

Seeing other functions talk of where to go when “aging out” of agency life in 40s, 50s onwards. How about us? Thoughts on where to go? I’m looking at becoming a PMI / Scrum trainer, in-house seems dif… more

Need Advice - I graduated with a masters degree in Project Management here in San Jose, CA with no prior experience. Recently I got a Project Administrator job in a small company. The pay is very low … more

I am looking for a FTE Project Coordinator /Manager job in Minneapolis. I can start in a week . I have over 15 years experience. Any leads or connections I can get would truly be helpful. I want to st… more

Anyone here have a MS in project management? How will it advance my career? I’m specifically looking at NYU program so if you were in that program or one of their masters programs I’d love for the in… more

I just started on a new team that involves groups/projects in different parts of the state. What project management/collab tools do you recommend? I’m familiar with Basecamp but am open to ideas that … more

Need to vent: I feel deeply unfulfilled in my role. I do project management in consulting (started in agency), make good $ & good WLB, but am not passionate about it and my clients suck. Job marke… more

Currently a creative project manager in house but starting to feel like my role is not transferable to other companies and I’m not fulfilled anymore. Any suggestions on pivoting to another role or how… more

Survey — from a freelance PM perspective, if both are offering the same hourly rate, which one would you pick Biolumina or The Bloc?

Boss’s boss invites you to a one on one without your boss, no details in meeting invite. Good or bad?

Creative content Producer looking to Project Mgmt as a next step. Any advice on getting some kind of certification?

I've been trying to get a Producer job in-house at a brand, agency, or similar. … more

Has the job search gotten any easier in Q4?

Hi all, I’m thinking of trying freelance pm. Can I get an idea of what people charge for rates for senior pm and higher?

Looking for information on Evoke and to possibly chat with someone who works there or has worked there. Interested in learning about the company.

How to become a better in-house creative producer when you're the only person in that role/team in the company? Tips please

I have been actively searching for a project co-ordinator role for three months now. Please is there anyone who is willing to give me a try i am so worried i might be applying wrongly or there are no … more

Not sure if this is the right place. What does PROGAM MANAGEMENT do in marketing?

The perm interview landscape has definitely changed. I’ve never had to put together a project plan as part of the interview process. I’m wondering if the random layoffs in the freelancers space is ro… more

Update after waiting 2 months for a role I was technically given a soft offer for & told they wanted to onboard all 3 new hires at the same time. I wasn’t sold on the location as well as the trave… more

I have a Interview coming up for a Business analyst case study round. I have no experience in requirement gatherings, are there any recommendation for me so I can prepare for that. I kinda nervous rig… more

I just relocate to Kitchener, Canada and seeking for job opportunities in project management (advertising and marketing)

I have over 6years experience in experiential marketing, trade marketing, modern… more

I've been a project manager in marketing for over 3 years and I'm earning £33k in London which I know is underpaid. I was wondering if anyone had any opinions on how to make the jump to a higher salary el… more

Hey all. Anyone have any connections at the Astros, NRG, live events, media/PR agencies or anything digital media related? I have a digital media degree from UH, and a year of internship experience do… more

I’ve had several recruiters reach out to me asking availability for phone interview and then go silent after I provide availability. Has anyone experience this? Is this a thing now?

Which jobs helped to kickstart your career in project management? I’m not sure whether I should keep on trying for a role in IT PM or maybe start in a different role

How would you guys find part-time work when you are a badass creative services director and strategy content designer ...?

September surge of rejections! I had two interviews already. I’m so numb.

Looking for SPMs- if you know anyone wonderful looking for a new fall start, please reach out!

September surge? Ugh I just got 3 rejection emails back to back. One role I thought really went great! The good thing is it takes away from me wondering. I’m really numb at this point. If you intervie… more

Any remote project managers have success with double dipping?
Pls don’t judge but it’s expensive to live and I’m about to try to get a freelance position to help pay bills lol

What recommendations/guidance would you provide someone interested in switching from account management/client relations to project mgmt? I have heard that the pay can be different - pending on the organization. … more

Does anyone have experience moving into a contract-based/freelance PM role in marketing/advertising? How did you get started and did you go through any staffing group like Creative Circle? Would you r… more

Anyone land anything in September Surge yet? What stage in the process are you at? I’ll start. I’ve been waiting on final round for two weeks! 🤔😔😩🙏

Looking for advice how to tackle a big project that was recently assigned to me. Due to govt regulations all of our products need to be recreated. There are a few hundreds pieces. Where do I even begi… more