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Anyone in Europe looking to break into ad measurement at TikTok, we’re hiring! Please reach out.

How do we feel about creatives/agencies who took/are taking de facto blood money to work on things like Juul, Facebook, other brands who have (debatably) proven to be various levels of dangerous to people/society? There’s always some ad dipshit or agency who will take the $ and leave his/her conscience at the door, but shouldn’t we be holdin these ppl to same scrutiny as, say, tobacco agencies/creatives? Personally I will blackball anyone who worked on FB, Juul etc from my agency/hiring funnel.

I'm going to be transitioning into a UI Designer role (from production) This is a new role to my agency. I'm just wondering if anyone could give me a break down of splitting responsibilities between UX Research, Art Director and UI Designer.

Hello 👋

After about 18 months of hustling, I’ve been offered my first AD role. My background is in engineering so for what feels like forever I’ve been building (and rebuilding) my book with creative work and it’s finally paid off 🎉

I want to hit the ground running so I’m trying to learn as much as possible before I start.

Can anyone recommend some books, shows, talks, social accounts etc that I can learn from?

Thank you!

Has anyone ever been promoted to ACD only to feel like they were much happier at the Senior CW/AD level? I’m going through that right now and wondering if it will pass with time as I get more experience in the role. Or, if it doesn’t, what do you do about it? Would it look horrible to eventually take a job somewhere else back at the Senior CW level? I’ve always loved being the maker - focusing on writing and concepting. Having a lot of anxiety that this new position isn’t the right path for me.

I am eager to make a switch from pharma ad agency to a tech industry within a product/marketing role. But I hear so many times that it can’t happen because I have been in pharma for so long. Is this true from recruiters’ perspectives? And if not how can I start transitioning without getting silenced by tech recruiters?

I’ve recently been offered a job as a UX manager, though the job ad used to quote a team of 15 and contract I’ve been sent with the offer says it’s a team of 10. Should I be raising concerns about this with the hiring manager? It feels a bit wrong to me...

I am relatively new at my in-house position on a very small legal team and have realized that all of our organization’s policies/procedures are very poorly written. My boss, the GC, clearly drafted many of them (she is not a great writer, unfortunately). Has anyone here done a complete overhaul of P&Ps or does this seem like more of a gradual project, improving on policies ad hoc as they are updated? Also, any advice on suggesting edits/dealing with a boss who’s a bad writer?

After working on the vendor side in ad tech, I think (key word think haha) id like to be on the brand side. Anyone who is on the brand side with advice on where to start / what jobs to look at?
A lot of what I see requires years of experience doing the specific role but again I’ve always been on the vendor side so not sure how applicable my experience could be

Hey all! Anyone know of pharma agencies hiring jr and mid ad/cw teams?

Hey all! Anyone know of pharma agencies hiring jr and mid ad/cw teams?

Any ADs start their career later than the typical AD?

I’m almost 33, just landed my first full time jr role after portfolio school. I’m terrified of being phased out.

I feel like my concepts/thoughts/feedback won’t be considered bc of my experience in combination with my age.

Im thankful for the work and the opportunity, just feeling less than, especially bc life outside of work is lacking bc of sacrifices made.

Should I find mentors? Find a tangible/eventual career trajectory/pivot?

Is 54K (no OT) fine for the junior ad role as a salary? it’s pretty decent shop but seems like there’s no room to negotiate :/

Would it hurt my career to spend a year in the Emirates? It’s still an Art Director position at a nice shop but I feel I would be making a mistake by leaving NYC. Always wanted to travel and I’m not sure if I’ll have more opportunities like this in the future. The job in the city is pretty good but I don’t really have friends here. Help

Traded agency life for in house at a start up. Ive been asked to be a producer, art director and designer and yet my role is still being questioned from the higher ups. “What’s an art director?” In order to succeed I have to kill myself working. I refuse to live that life anymore. I’m going to start committing to the freelance life, as uncertain as it is. Any tips?

Hey guys! I’m currently seeking a Junior AD position in NYC. I’d be more than happy to connect.

Saw an interesting role but trying to figure out how this will affect my earnings and career trajectory if I leave consulting (currently 2nd year consultant)..

What's the salary band for an Associate Director at AbbVie? Is AD considered the same as Snr Manager at other firms? Should I be pushing for a Director level role?

Any advice?

Looking for an AD salary range for NYC. Have been in the role almost 1.5 years, and in the industry just over 7.

Earning $125K - is that about right?

Which option would make my MBA application look better to ad com? 1. Stay at the same company another 2 years, but likely without a promotion; 2. Jump to a new company for higher position and pay

I would be applying in a few years.

AD here from Thailand with 6 years of experience and won some local and international awards. Came here to Canada last year and i'm being offered a junior AD role because of the lack of my Canadian experience with $50k salary. Is this the norm here?

A good friend of mine graduated from Parsons this past summer, has degrees in Journalism and French, is a talented photographer and designer (which I feel I have a pretty decent eye for after working at a design-driven branding agency for half a decade). And I’m certain she’d make a fabulous junior AD or content strategist. Unfortunately she, like many in this pandemic, is still without a job. Any advice for her and/or shops/hiring managers/non-traditional job hunt tips to steer her towards?

Been an AD for 10 years, making $75k. How does that salary compare to others?

Looking for a Senior AD role and hoping for $90k. Realistic?

Currently looking for a Junior ad position.

I am a designer that has been taking classes and reading about brand strategy. I would like to position myself into a role that makes more money. Do you think this could be considered an “art director”? Or what are some possible routes I can go with this set of skills design/strategy?

Possibly moving to San Francisco within my agency network. What’s the salary range for CD? 3 years in the role, 13 in the industry, worked in UK and Australia, some recent awards (D&AD etc). Seeing ranges from 150 to 200. Also, position is not a CD amongst others at the same level, it’s a head of department role (if that makes any difference). Any input or thoughts welcomed.

Still looking for a jr AD position if anybody knows of any ..

How can I pivot from working as an ad agency art director to a commercial director/DP? I’m trying to get on as much commercial production experience as possible in my current role to build up experience. I’m also doing a lot of side projects - I have a couple shorts in some no name festivals and am getting better on each project. My original thought was to work my way up to Creative Director and pivot from there but I’m not sure if that’s the correct route. Any advice is appreciated!!

Mid-level AD for 4 years, interviewing for a senior AD position in Chicago. What’s a good salary to ask for? Thanks!

I'm in an interesting position. I got an offer for an Associate manger (level 8) role at a tier 2 firm. I asked if bumping it up to level 7 (Manager) role is an option, and was basically told that it is if I really want to, but I should be careful what I wish for. SM basically told me that he thinks I will be a lot better set up for success in the long run if I were to start at level 8.

What are your thoughts? I would be coming from a large ad agency where I'm an Account Director.

Have an offer as an Associate Director at equivalent comp (currently a manager). Role seems interesting.

Not Familiar with delineation between SM / AD / D. AD is new to me. Can anyone shed any light on this? Thanks.

Was looking to head west back in March (before the internships disappeared). Now my gf and I want to start the new year in a new city. Any places hiring junior writers and/or art directors (she’s an AD)?

Seeking advice. I work in fashion as a Creative Producer and I'm looking to transition to a PM or Digital Producer role with an AD agency to get more experience. I haven't been able to land a PM role because I'm lacking agency experience and no one seems to want to train a newbie. Should I take a pay cut (possibly entry level role) for an opportunity to get the digital experience I need? Would love some feedback!

Seeking advice. I work in fashion as a Creative Producer and I'm looking to transition to a PM or Digital Producer role with an AD agency to get more experience. I haven't been able to land a PM role because I'm lacking agency experience and no one seems to want to train a newbie. Should I take a pay cut (possibly entry level role) for an opportunity to get the digital experience I need? Would love some feedback!

Seeking advice. I work in fashion as a Creative Producer and I'm looking to transition to a PM or Digital Producer role with an AD agency to get more experience. I haven't been able to land a PM role because I'm lacking agency experience and no one seems to want to train a newbie. Should I take a pay cut (possibly entry level role) for an opportunity to get the digital experience I need? Would love some feedback!

Currently in ONE School and looking for a Jr. AD position. Please send any leads my way!