Hello Fishbowl community,
I was recently laid off due to a slowdown at the creative boutique agency I worked for. I’m looking to connect with CDs interested in teaming up on freelance or full-time projects, or just grabbing a coffee.
I’m a NYC-based Sr. Creative Director with 17 years of experience in Europe and the US, a strong visual background, and awards across the board—including Cannes Gold.

If you’re open to collaborating, send me a message.

Mumbai office ka shuttle chaalu hua?

Has anyone ever lived in The habitat Powai (Mumbai) location. Can anyone tell how's it?

How many PTO/Vacation days do you usually take off a year if your employer offers unlimited PTO/Vacation days?

I just started a new job and this is the first time I’ve ran into this. It sounds nice but at the same time I hate the lack of direction. Help!

Anyone have good ideas of some exit ops if I have worked 3 years tax then 2 years audit?

I low key miss fridays in the office because I don’t know how to make new friends as a 26 year old

Day 27 of 31: I miss my wife.
(We're not separated or anything. I've been on an extended work/family obligations trip).

I’m only in my thirties, but I can’t help but feel like I would’ve been married with kids right now if I were straight. Dating while gay is a special kind of hell. 🥴

I have no idea where to post this, but is a anyone else super weirded out by LinkedIn lately? All these pictures of people using their kids as props for parental leave, or how their kid has a disorder and how proud they are? I just came across a post that was a woman lying next to her mom who had *literally* just died. I feel a little cold hearted saying it, but it is so over the top on what is supposed to be a professional network. Am I just totally out of touch?

I need 11 L to connect with friends.plz help me to get that

23/M in Toronto for over a year now. Let's connect!

Hi All,

If i accept the offer of company Abc (MNC) to get a counter offer and after getting better offer then if declined company Abc offer, then any penalty needs to be pay for 2 month?

Could you please help me out here.

Are there any agencies in NY hiring a strategist during the pandemic? I heard many are getting laid off :(

I miss music. Like actual bands with instruments and vocal ability. Feels like the music industry is so hollowed out that multi-member instrumental bands like Fleetwood Mac, The Beatles, and even Metallica are no longer able to take root.

There are a few talented individual singers (Adele) a lot of awful mumble rappers, but no actual bands that will stand the test of time. Before I get called a Boomer, the problems with the music industry for new artists are well documented.

Hello Everyone, Total experience= 10 Years. Have two offers, One is from EY GDS as SCON- Level 2 and another is manager from axtria . Please provide your valuable suggestions in terms of growth,Work Life Balance, On-site and Yearly Appraisals
Axtria is offer 20%More than EY GDS

Current CTC : 11.5LPA (10 fixed); YOE : 4 (1.5years relevant); CIB profile; can someone let me know the salary band for an analyst at JPMC and the hike I can expect ?

Hello Everyone!

I am an ETL Developer with 9+ YOE. I have job offers from the below companies with almost same compensation. Can you suggest which is a good option to join if job security and work life balance is of priority?

1. Luxoft India LLP (A DXC acquired company)
2. HCL Technologies
3. Legato Health Technologies
4. Cognizant Technology Solutions

Looking forward for your feedback and suggestions.

Thank you in advance.

How is the wlb in legato

Does anyone have a recommendation for a good premarital counselor in NYC or NJ?

Anyway to slim down legs; just want to smooth out this massive imbalance that the body seems to favor to the downside

Advertising Week Question!
Any events this year? Last year we got to watch Alessia Cara w/o needing to have ticket for Ad Week. Is it worth going to? It’s kinda pricy, but I’m looking to network more

Anyone at The Clios and want to hire a junior AD? I’m here and hungry.

Any agencies need a freelance AD?

Will Martin ever reopen their NY office?

How many train transfers do you do on your commute to the office (or if you’re WFH and had to go in)? I’m thinking of moving here and curious how long and complicated work commutes usually are.

Can someone at WING (GREY’s Multicultural agency) tell us who’s leading the agency now that Pepe Aguilar left? He was the CEO + CCO.

Compliments to Walgreens creative team. Love the new pharmacy commercial with a focus on sun damaged skin.

Any international senior creatives who are on O1 visa ? Need some assistance please.

We gotta get this bowl popping, I wanna hear some juicy NYC related stuff: funny stories, career advice, industry gossip etc.

Does having a masters in graphic design, fine arts or advertising benefit you and help you move along in your career? Or does knowing the right people and type of company help you move along?

How has your experience been starting a new job during the global pandemic?

What’s a ballpark salary for a media strategy director in NYC at a big holding company like Omnicom?

UGH I need to get to NYC next year , just feeling stuck.

Salaries for NYC Art Directors? Mid level (2-3 years exp). I know there’s an excel sheet but I just need some quick refs, having a comp review tomorrow.

Hey small agency friends with kids! Quick question. Our agency’s family health care is expensive (ranges from $1700/mon with normal deductible to $1100/mon with super high deductible). If anyone out there (at a small NYC agency) has a better plan and is comfortable sharing, would you mind telling me who your company uses? My kids’ college funds thank you!

Where have you been ordering takeout?

I really wanna get out of NY, even if just for a few years, but I feel like most low COL places don’t have great agencies or work. Anyone make a move for a bit?

Anyone have a primary care physician they like in NY? Ideally one who integrates holistic medicine as well as western medicine? Bonus points if they’re on Cigna or take insurance.