Does pharma really make that much more money? Not having much luck with creative agencies and tempted to “sell out” for a great salary

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Depends on the brand and agency. I did receive a bonus and 3% raise while working at a pharma agency.

I just sold out (not Pharma). Highly recommended.

What would you consider a great salary?

I work in Pharma and compared to a few ppl I know who weren’t — it was slightly higher once I got to a Senior title.

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Sr AD (1 year - $90K, 1 year - $112K, current -0 $124K)

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