How do you know when it is the right time to move up in the industry? Most importantly, how do you show your worth and negotiate with the heads of department to ensure a potential promotion?
I have struggled to promote myself in the past and have ended up in a lower position for a very long time because of it.

Any tips to show your worth in the creative industry, and the best approaches to discuss a potential promotion with your company?

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I’ve found the right time is usually when you’re already doing parts of the next role without the title. Keep a record of your successes, and don’t wait to be noticed—ask for a meeting and clearly outline how you’ve added value. If you have a year-review approaching, speak to your head of department a few months before to see if there's anything to be working towards. Confidence goes a long way too!

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Yes that’s a good idea to keep a record of successes and parts of the next role that I’ve completed, otherwise I would just forget and then in the meeting I won’t have anything to back me up to prove my worth!

Keep a journal of your work wins, it's like a little book of receipts that prove your worth. Display leadership qualities even if you're not in a leadership role (yet). But if you feel ready for growth, the time is now.

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I always worry about taking a leadership role, I don’t want to order around my peers as we are equal.

One idea could be to move onto a different company, your skills might be more valued somewhere else!

Yes that’s true, I’m freelance so at least I move around companies regularly- so I can show new people my worth hopefully!

I would take a look at all your work/tasks and see if you're already doing anything that someone in that next-level would do. Document them with details and any wins. Creative work can feel intangible and this can make it tangible. With this in hand, you can PITCH a promotion with the impact you've made and value you can bring in a more senior role.

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