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Interviews

Taxes. I work in Chicago but interviewing for a remote role with a New York agency. Will I have to pay taxes in Illinois and New York? How has this worked for all of you during remote?

Are exit interviews ever effective in any way? They are asking me for one but what is the point?

They didn’t change before, they are not going to change now.

Do you have some (free) resources, templates, etc for case study vids? It's my first time making one so your help will be appreciated!

Curious to hear thoughts. How many rounds of interviews do you consider acceptable/helpful for a new role? And would you refuse an interview if it went beyond a certain number?

Does anyone work at Prophet and is willing to answer a question about the interview process? Would appreciate it - thank you!

Accepted an offer, but the day before another company came at to interview. They offer more pay, better benefits, works more in line with what I want. But they haven't given me an offer yet, I just have a very good feeling. If I do get offer 2 how bad is it to go back on offer 1?

anyone here ever applied and interviewed for a job that they felt under qualified for but somehow ended up getting the position? did you take the role? i've been offered a role that i honestly did not think i was qualified for and wondering if i should take the plunge or not.

How does one break into a big agency from a small one? I am confident I can hang creatively at a big shop, but I have a CD title with no direct reports. This always comes up in interviews and I think it’s killing my chances. I lead projects, but I don’t lead a consistent “team” of writers because we don’t have one (I’m a copy-focused CD). I almost wish I could go back to being an ACD and grow in a bigger agency from there. I feel stuck.

Ever had an interview and knew within a few minutes it wouldn’t be a fit? Just had one of these and i need a drink

Does your agency do exit interviews, or just tell people they’ll get a survey/call and never actually send/ schedule it? If yours does, have you seen any adjustments to fix the causes of the hemorrhaging of employees? Or do they just exist to make people feel heard?

It’s been 3 weeks since the interview and I’ve heard nothing. Good or bad sign?

Just accepted an offer, but I'm also meeting with a different CCO later this week. I'd like to at least make the connection. Do I just play it like a straight interview and reject it if I eventually get the offer?

I'm working inhouse and just feel like my companies industry is dying and I just really want to quit. I'm waiting to hear back from some interviews I've done recently but I'm not sure how much longer I can wait. Any advice on staying positive or motivated?

I’m trying to make the jump from agency > platform (not FB…more like Spotify or Twitter etc.). I work with reps at these places as part of my job, but technically their loyalty is to my clients (the ones spending $ on their platform), not to me, working at the client’s creative agency. So it feels weird asking them for a recommendation or referral, but that would obviously be easier than applying on the jobs site... How do I utilize my “network” without making things awkward?

Craziest tea you ever spilled in your exit interview?

Does anyone have recommendations for a career coach either based in Chicago or accessible virtually? Looking for interview prep/training specific for agency leadership position. Many thanks !

Am on day 3 of a new senior gig I’m very excited about, however finally got an email to interview for another senior position at the dream agency/team I’ve been networking/emailing with for months.

Feel a bit dirty even interviewing taking the call as I just joined…but also who am I to turn down an opp? What would you do?

Maybe the Great Resignation is happening simply because WFH makes it so much easier to job hunt and interview, combined with the wider geographical choices now available. If so, the initial crazy shuffling will slow. And it's no wonder the overlords want us back in office.

Anyone have the scoop on applying to Instrument (Portland)? What kind of work do they want to see? I’ve got some digital work, but my best stuff is pure copy (manifestos, video scripts, etc.) Still worth it to apply?

I sent someone a thank you message on LinkedIn after an interview last week and they've seen it but haven't replied... should I email them too or just let it be?

I just got an initial interview with FCB for copywriting…any tips, tricks, advice or good juju would be so appreciated!!! Thank you!

Hiring managers, what’s your take on thank you emails after interviewing candidates?

I’m interviewing with some large companies and my spouse is not being supportive or excited for me. I’m struggling to cope because it almost seems like they’re jealous of me. No “congrats” or “this is great. Good luck” idk how to approach this.

If you interviewed over a week ago, is it too late to send a thank you email? Do thank you emails even work?

Has anyone ever reached out to the people they interviewed poorly with and had any luck?

What should I expect from a final interview at a network agency? Is that when we talk offer or should I not put the deposit on the pool just yet…

Interview coming up at Viacom. What’s the culture like these days? Fair comp? Is remote-only option available? Would be for a Director/Executive level role(s). TIA!

When making the Jump from AAE to AE, what should the salary be? How much of a salary increase should I expect if I got promoted within my current agency vs. getting hired as an AE at a different agency. Trying to see if I want to stick it out at my agency or start interviewing over the next 6 months.

The hiring process is dated and exhausting

a. No less than 3-5 interviews. If you’re in tech, that final “on-site” is likely a test or presentation equivalent to hours of work.
b. Then, the thank you notes to eeeevvveerrryyyooonnee you interviewed with
c. The anxiety-ridden waiting game
d. The offer + negotiations
e. References
f. Background check

WTFFFF, ya’ll owe me $$$ for my time

Best interview questions. Wrong answers only.

1.5 yrs experience at mid level at a holding company agency, working on accounts that should in theory present a ton of creative opportunity, but for many reasons that is not the case. I have very little produced work and that seems unlikely to change. Am in final rounds of interviews for a senior position at another holding company agency on an account where the work will almost certainly not be “great” but should be able to make a lot of it. Do I make that jump to senior this early?

I agree with never turning down an interview as practice, but let’s say you keep advancing but aren’t really interested. At what point do you remove yourself from consideration? And what’s the best way?

About how long has it be taking to get an offer (or rejection) after your final interview this year? Basically trying to figure out when is a good time to follow up without being pushy. Thanks!

Interviewing in-house! Went through three rounds of interviews and now at the reference stage. Not sure this has ever been asked of me at agencies. Are my chances good??

I’m no longer feeling fulfilled at work. I’ve been feeling this way for the past 5 months, but I love my team and have developed amazing relationships with them. Should I jump ship for more money? (10-15K more) Ive been interviewing to get an idea, but the accounts I’ve interviewed for also don’t sound exciting.

Hello! Long time Fishbowl lurker but first time poster. Currently an intern at a small independent agency ready to make the leap to Junior Copywriter. Been networking like a dog on LinkedIn though haven't scored any real interviews yet. Which shops are looking for Junior CW talent currently? And what is the most proactive way to apply? Thanks in advance :)

How far do you stray from “years of experience” requirements when applying for jobs?

I have 6 years of FTE marketing/advertising experience. Do I have a shot at jobs that are asking for 8+ years experience??