Hi Guys,
What are your thoughts on accepting a role at Isobar in this climate? I read Dentsu had furloughs, pay cuts and some lay offs. HR assures me the role is sound, but I’m weary.

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What is your exit plan from advertising? Do you have a plan B?

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When do we think most of these hiring freezes in NY will let up?

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Looking for great creatives/strategy and account to work in Pharma business. Yes we ARE hiring!

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Will agencies be hiring in the fall I’m so scared

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🔮 Poll: What areas of expertise/skills do you think will be in highest demand as our industry (and other industries) evolve & hiring resumes post-pandemic?

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So I am working full-time at an agency right now however, I just got a job offer from Spotify. It is a 6 month contract role with a significant pay raise. Someone please help me weigh my options!

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Would someone mind sending me links for any resources that exist for those who have been laid off? (Companies hiring/Available creatives). Had some super talented friends get laid off today 😞

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DDB Chicago is hiring a CD/Copy:
https://www.linkedin.com/jobs/view/1802167864
Seems tone deaf to post this the day after massive layoffs, but I’m sure they have a reason. Recruiter info taylor.styduhar@ddb.com
312-552-6254

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Is WPP on a hiring freeze?

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During hiring freezes are there ever exceptions made for positions that really need to be filled? When a recruiter says the position could reopen any day, do they really mean it?

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Any tips for kickoff discussions with a new client contact? The organization is not new to us, but our main contact recently retired. The position was just filled.

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Looking for your thoughts on portfolio websites and passwords. I’ve noticed a lot of willems, especially when in a CD role or higher password protect their site before entry.

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Got invited to interview for a role at a large retail brand and the recruiter has asked me to send a resume that is longer and more detailed (1.5-2 pages). Are expanded resumes the new norm?

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From your perspective as <your role>, what makes a great graphic designer and what do they do?

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Agency furloughed handful of team today and another senior was PIPd but quit instead and ECD took new role elsewhere and I want to cry

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My current role is being cut due to client's budgets getting absolutely demolished from Coronavirus - potential relo for a new position but not sure work/client is what I want to do? Is it better cont

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No one in the creative department should be laid off until the Global Chief Creative Officer position is eliminated. It has no purpose today. Nobody is flying to different offices and award shows.

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Did you come to your current position wanting to be that or just doing a good job?
Especially asking ACD / CD / GCD / CCO / VPs / etc

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Are you a designer with some spare time right now?
I’ve heard that Zoom backgrounds are not just fun but also serve an important role for students who aren’t comfortable showing their living space.

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Have any account folks on here made the transition to a client side role? How did it happen/what was your angle?

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Thoughts on McCann? I just had an interview for a strategist role. Besides the unfortunate timing- thoughts on culture, work, strat Dept???

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Am I the only one weirded out by these mass spreadsheets of individuals who have been laid off? Is anyone really looking to these for hiring purposes?

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Is applying for an ACD or AD role as a CD a viable option to widen the job hunt?

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Salary range for a SVP strategy position in pharmaceutical advertising??

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Anyone know what McCann are doing with hiring?

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Is Droga hiring creatives right now?

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Anyone here in a copywriter/strategist hybrid role? I’ve seen these roles before, but only on rare occasion. Would love to hear how to create an opportunity for a role like this, and how it adds value

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I heard some NYC agencies are halting hiring, bonuses and raises until potentially 2021. But has any agencies started to lay off or put people in furlough? If so which agencies? A little nervous :/

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Managed to somehow get a phone call with HR for a Sr.Analyst programmatic position with Cadreon. At this time I can't afford to be picky but would appreciate any insight anyone has on the company? Pros or cons?

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Which agencies in NYC are hiring now for employees to start from home? Looking for programmatic positions.

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Offered great position in writing (by email) but, as the company is on a hiring freeze, can’t yet sign contract. Anyone else in similar position? Optimistic about hiring freezes being lifted later?

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I'm fairly young but just lost my job due to coronavirus and no ones hiring. I heard this is like it was on 9/11 or after natural disasters. How long will it take to get back to normal?

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Why are the art directors staying late more so than any other position at ad agencies? Do they also get paid more than most other roles at equal levels?

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If you’re in a privileged position to be able to wfh/ not be economically hit from the lockdowns - consider donating part of your $1200 government check who aren’t so lucky.

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Are cover letters important if they don’t ask for one? There are so many job postings and applicants I can’t tell if they would be beneficial to show effort or just a waste of time to write with how little time I assume people are looking at applications with the mass hiring going on. If I should be writing one, any advice how to format?

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I’m a seasoned AD and am considering an VP Account Supervisor position but feel like I am losing earned value without having Director in my title even though it’s a VP position. Am I overreacting?

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Currently, I am working in a metal production. I have 3 years experience in this role. I am learning Data Science from percipio platform of Skillsoft. It has 4 courses from Data Analytics to Data Scientist. Is tgat enough for me.

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I ve received an offer from EY GDS, banglore,I have total 8 years of experience in Analytics. I was given a consultant, 42 rank
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How is it working wd EY?

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Current human capital consultant looking for a role in the Pittsburgh area. Let me know :)

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Considering taking a position with a small-cap in the US trying to build their legal department. The title is standard “counsel” although the work would be with the senior leadership team and reporting to the GC in Europe. How reasonable is it to ask for a bump in title - Senior counsel or Head of Legal, US? If it matters, I am a 6th year and have been told that I will be expected to hire a junior or paralegal as we build up.

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Would it be difficult to get a job in IA if most of my experience has been auditing private non-404 asset mgmt funds? I really enjoy process walkthroughs when I have them though. Also, does title matter that much in IA? I’m a manager now, but based on job descriptions it looks like I might have to go for a senior auditor role because audit manager roles generally call for 8+ years from what I’m seeing. Can title be negotiated?

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Any hiring tips? I’m the associate at a two attorney firm and my boss apparently wants to hire and is giving me free reign over the process.

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Looking for a contact at DDB! Obviously times are very weird right now, but I’ve been wanting to make a move to Chicago soon-ish or when hiring freezes are over. And would love to try to get in the door there as a mid level - senior AD!

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Can anyone provide a link or resources for best recommended resume templates for product managers trying to get into FAANG companies? Thank you!! 🙏🙏

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