Is it a red flag if new CD comes in and over-hire and also not bringing in someone that she/he used to work with? Usually higher levels want to work with someone they know. Can’t tell if this CD’s shady or just thoughtless.

like
Posting as :
works at
You are currently posting as works at

It would be a bigger red flag for me if they only brought people they know. Maybe they’re trying to bring a new group of people together.

likeuplifting

Do you mean over-hire as in too many people for the amount of work? That’s thoughtless if the budget/work isn’t there to support the hires.

But I think it’s a good thing that they are bringing in people they haven’t worked with, assuming that’s purely based on the quality of the work.

Just because you’ve worked with someone before doesn’t mean you’d automatically bring them to a new place.

likehelpful

There’s lots of reasons to not bring in people from your old agency. Maybe they didn’t hire the folks they were managing before, and now they have a chance to build their own team. Maybe they came from a different market. Maybe it’s a smaller market and immediately poaching from your old shop could burn a bridge. I can’t recall ever seeing a new CD bring in “their people” immediately. CCOs, yes. ECDs, maybe. Even then, they often have non-competes at that level when they leave their old shop, so it takes a year or so before they can poach. But not at a CD level. Unless you’re at a small agency and this CD is the most senior-level creative? Also, you never know what they may have been tasked to do by their new agency’s leadership.

like

You said they were in a different industry. Why the heck would they bring in staff that have no experience in this new industry?

like

Related Posts

Hi fishes, I'm a Java developer:
YOE- 3
CTC- 7 lpa
Working in a MNC service based org.
I am looking for a job in a product based organisation and my company is offering a 2 week client visit in Europe somewhere around oct-nov. Should I stay for that will it add any value? Or should I just give my papers (resign) and focus on looking at opportunities outside?
I need a better financial state till what can I aim for?

Is it bad that I want to aim to work 9-5s? Is it bad that I feel guilty for wanting to work 8 hour days? I want to just have time end of day, spend some evening with family and have my time. Basically to live life? Enjoy the journey? I love my job and work. There also stuff more important than ads?

like

Best resources to learn marketing strategy? I have a liberal arts background and need to fill the gap in my understand of the business fundamentals behind comms

like

What would be the hike percentage for getting promoted from Associate consultant to Consultant?
Will I get the promotion percentage + year end cycle hike percentage (let's assume that I am getting 3 rating) or just promotion percentage?
YOE : 6+

like

Has anyone jumped from firm directly to a business role at a company or know anyone that has? If so, how did you/they do it? Any tips or direction would be greatly appreciated.

likefunny

I’m a new contracts lawyer and am trying to learn how to harmonize indemnification with LOL. Any tips or resources? I know this is a broad question, but would appreciate any direction on what questions to ask when reviewing a K to do this.

like

TC New grad Software Engineer
Base: $110k
Sign-On: $35k
RSU: $120k/3years
Relocation: $20k

Starting fresh with virtually $0 savings and $0 worth of financial literacy, whats the best course of action? any advice is greatly appreciated!

like

Has anyone created a good law school style outline for the CIPP/US book that they are willing to share? I’ve outlined about 1/3 of the book and it is just taking way too long...thanks!

like

Is £90k too much of an ask for a Manager level role at Deloitte in the London office?

like

This winter just doesn’t freaking end. This is absolutely ridiculous. 🙄

like

Anyone has ever sent an email to the wrong recipient ? Could you please tell me how you’ve dealt with this. The recipient is not a party to the action.

like

Good Morning. Here's my dilemma. I have an approved H1B application which got picked up in 2019-20 lot and approved in Jan 2020, before the world went into lockdown. The stamping process was initiated but it couldn't complete as the USCIS offices were shutdown die to the pandemic. I have watched patiently about all the regulations Trump Administration brought in to deny any entry to H1B applicants who weren't already working in the states or who were waiting to return.

I’ve been on an H1B for many years with an approved I-140. Can I work outside of the US for 1 year (in Canada where I am a permanent resident) and come back on an L1? I understand the green card processing time on L1 is significantly faster.

What is the diff between L1 and L2 visa?

like

Let’s get this bowl active and going. What are ATL fishes doing for fun this weekend?

Science & Democracy... Thoughts?

like

I am looking to get into consulting firms in the Netherlands preferably in M&A space.
Does anyone have a recommendation for a recruiter or recruitment firm who could help me?
I have close to 3 years of experience in Financial due diligence and valuation. I am also a newly qualified ACCA accountant.
Open to share more details

like

Anyone into JDM cars? Got my Supra ready after 1+ year of build. Looking to roll with fellow JDM owners in Sugar Land/Katy area.

Post Photo
like

Tips for becoming more independent as you progress from junior to midlevel? I am starting to be put into the position of just having to handle things including drafting and could use some advice from others.

like

Additional Posts in Creatives

When you know where you want to work, who do you reach out to first — the hr/talent/recruiter or directly to the CD or ECD depending on level? Or both?

like

Where do you stay up to date in the best ideas from the industry?

like

Just found out I’m getting laid off in two weeks. How do I stay motivated to do work until then?

like

You’ve had a 360-campaign brief for about a week that’s essentially a brand refresh. The expectation in the first-round creative review is scripts and adlobs for each concept. How many concepts to you come back with?

like

Just me here hoping that slack never adds the “read” notification on messages.

likefunnysmart

Are there any CDs working on Post Mates, Grub hub or Door dash. I just wrote out a whole campaign for fun. Print, commercials, activations, etc. Would love to pitch it.

like

Regarding insane working hours: what if creatives unionized?

Just curious what y’all think.

like

I want to become an art director with zero design skills. I’m going to have someone else comp everything up for me. The ideas might be solid. Who wants to hire me?

like

Who are your favorite advertising comedy directors? Who are your favorite comedy directors who are women?

like

Who are the good international recruiters?

That International Women’s Day logo isn’t deserving of the day or the women it celebrates. Can one of the talented women here please give it the love it deserves and re-design it? I would but...🙋‍♂️

Post Photo
like

GSP San Fran or Leo Chicago?

like

AKQA NY thoughts?

like

anyone have any great examples of a portfolio/book for strategy? no idea where to start with mine lol

like

I have an associate's degree in graphic design and work designing wedding stationery. I've been at my company since 2016, and am now a design consultant - speaking to customers directly and creating custom artwork and designs for them. I know I'm underpaid (50k/year in the SF Bay Area) but I thought the benefits and stability were worth it. I'm now severely burnt out (most of my team is) and not sure which way to go, or how to grow. Any tips/advice?

Thanks!

like

What do you do when there’s absolutely nothing going on at work? The projects I’m working on are all in production, and I’ve raised my hand several times about taking on new work, but there’s nothing right now. Don’t get me wrong, the down-time is nice…but I’m hungry to make stuff.

like

Anyone here have worked or have any insight on working at Punchcut (SF)?

like

What’s a gal got to do to get an interview with Droga5? Any CDs in here willing to check out my book?

like

New to Fishbowl?

Download the Fishbowl app to
unlock all discussions on Fishbowl.
That was just a preview…
Sign Up to see all discussions
  • Discover what it’s like to work at companies from real professionals
  • Get candid advice from people in your field in a safe space
  • Chat and network with other professionals in your field
Sign up in seconds to unlock all discussions on Fishbowl.

Already a user?
Login here

Share

Embed this post

Copy and paste embed code on your site

Preview

Download the
Fishbowl app

See what’s happening in your industry
from the palm of your hand.

A phone with Fishbowl app

Scan your QR code to download
Fishbowl app on your mobile

Download app

Sign up for free to view this conversation on Fishbowl

By continuing you agree to Terms of Use and Privacy Policy

Already have an account? Log in

Sign up for free to continue using Fishbowl

By continuing you agree to Terms of Use(New) and Privacy Policy(New)
Messaging rates may apply

Already have an account? Log in

For account settings, visit Fishbowl on Desktop Browser or

General

Legal