Project Management - Advertising

What’s your approach to starting a new project from scratch?

Was in a meeting with the leads on an account the other day, the account has been poorly run for multiple reasons and leadership got us together to discuss potential solutions. We get to status report… more

I know I'm not alone in this but man... this job market is brutal. I've been looking every day for 9 months, I've applied to about 5 jobs a week and altered my resume to fit within specifi… more

What’s the hiring climate in your neck of the woods? Up? Down? Freelance? Staff?

Hello! I am new on here and doing some research- I was curious to hear from People working on beauty and hair/ lifestyle accounts- When you are hiring Directors/ Photographers what are some of your biggest challenges o… more

I came to this job straight out of college with a degree in Communication. 4 years in now, and increasingly realizing my agency does not keep salaries up with the market rate AT ALL... I know that our… more

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Asking for a raise soon and doing some research. What are other creative project managers with 5-7 years experience making?

I’m reaching out with an open heart and a deep sense of purpose. I am a passionate, skilled, and results-driven assistant project manager based in Africa. I am actively seeking remote work opportuniti… more

Chicago companies hiring PM roles with 7-8 years experience and 15+ years work experience?

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I’m a creative currently in a PM certificate program. Degree in sociology, trained as an AD. I’m learning the words for processes I’ve naturally developed over the last decade some, and I still need w… more

I feel like I take one step forward and 5 steps back when it comes to my skills. How do you manage projects that end up going off the rails where not only is your boss not happy but the client isn’t. … more

I’ve become relatively senior as a PM in agency. All the jobs I’m seeing are a bit lower in pay going to in-house.. How much of a pay cut would you or have you taken to leave agency?

TGIF! Do any Project Managers have a 1:1 meeting with CD’s? Weekly or Monthly? Every company is different as well as the expectations. TYIA

Ops vs PM. The difference isn’t so clear. If Ops (poorly defined itself) isn’t solid, PM doesn’t stand a chance. These days, I say that I major in PM and minor in Ops. Ops is kind of hard to avoid but… more

What are agencies charging for awards reels? Like a Clios reel.

Hi everyone, I need your advice!
I have 7+ years of experience in art direction and creative project management, leading campaigns for major brands. I'm now looking to pivot into brand management, … more

Have any of you amazing PMs built a personal website portfolio that you use for a plus up with your resume? And what have you included?

Thoughts on Saatchi NY?

Actively Seeking New Opportunities – Digital Account Manager | Lifecycle Marketing Specialist | Paid Social Manager

Hello, I'm currently exploring new opportunities in Digital Account Management, L… more

I am a certified scrum master and project management professional, current open to work & relocation. Any suggestions or advice would be much appreciated

Does it bother anyone else that in project management we work hand in hand with SVPs and EVPs but there’s nothing higher than being a VP in project management? I know they’re all being paid a lot more… more

How does this industry's opportunities compare in Chicago compared to NYC?

On average how many clients or projects do you manage at a time. I’ve only ever worked at 1 company and my boss believes 200 clients is a fair workload for 1 employee but I disagree. I guess let me kn… more

Open for work. If anyone knows of any SPM positions, please share. Thank you!

Is it possible to leave the digital marketing project management world and do something else in PM? (Not construction or tech). Just trying to figure out how much I would be pigeonholed into this indu… more

Vent:

It is SO painful to have to write a SOW/prep for a pitch for business which doesn’t include you. So heartbreaking to spend your energy planning where you know you’ll ultimately lose your job. The… more

Looking for feedback from Creating/Marketing staff that work at MainStreet Family Care. What is it like to work there? How is the interview process handled? What types of print and digital initiatives… more

I’ve felt like this industry and job have been destroying me for years, but never have the capacity to explore less stressful avenues. Any ideas for roles / industries that aren’t as dehumanizing as w… more

I'm looking to move away from agency work as they always raise red flags, any recommendations for in-house project manager roles or even transferable roles? I have experience in medical comms and … more

if youre doing a case study as a PM for an interview, do you think a google sheet is enough or should you put the info into a slideshow?

Is becoming a program manager a lateral move from project manager? Is Program Manager a better title to have when looking for a job? 

I’m looking for a Senior PM gig, either freelance or staff. I’ve always done pharma, but I’m open to anything. If anybody knows anyone hiring,
It would be greatly appreciated.