Is it normal for traditional ad agencies to not give big raises/bonuses? I’ve been working at a paid social agency for the past 3 years and they’re really good about bonuses/raises and promotions….but the work here is pretty stagnant. I’m applying to more, full service agencies, and it seems they don’t do the same when I bring it up during interviews. Is that why job hopping is such a big thing?

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Lol what’s a bonus?

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I figured 🤣

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We're too busy clowning the places that do give bonuses. My partner is an acd at laundry service and got 20k bonus for last year

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I worked at my last (Omnicom) agency for three years with no pay increase. I got two tiny spot bonuses that in total didn't even amount to a COLA.

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Agencies also love to blame their holding companies for delayed raises and promotions. It's mostly BS.

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Over 3 years with WPP agency—no bonus or pay increase

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Small to medium sized agencies usually give bonuses to everyone but the larger ones save bonuses for leadership roles. Usually Directors and above.

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Which agency are you working at currently? Asking for a friend lol

It’s called PMG Digital Advertising. We’re based out of Fort Worth but have offices in the US and London!

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