I’m trying to reestablish myself in the local advertising scene here in Chicago after I moved here for my husband's new job. It's been difficult to say the least. Has anyone successfully rebuilt a network from scratch in a new city while balancing family commitments? What worked best for getting noticed by top local agencies.

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I literally had to move to another state after portfolio school to get a job because the advertising scene in Chicago is so insular if you don’t have connections. Good luck!

The trick is to start with industry meetups, local LinkedIn groups, and professional communities in Chicago. Don’t be shy about sending intro messages or asking for short calls. If you want to stand out to agencies, attend their public events, share your creative work online, and try to get a foot in via freelance gigs or referrals from new connections

Any remote opportunities where you came from?

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