Is it possible to re-enter the ad agency world after taking a 10 break from it? Do age factor in once your past 50 years old?

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From what I’ve heard it’s quite ageist. Seems like people star disappearing around mid-40, though I’m not sure if that’s bc they get pushed out or bc they tend to leave for better pay.

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It’s going to be hard. Agencies are in consolidation, reorgs, shrinking due to AI etc.
what will help is a specialty skill or experience that is unique.

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There really is no ad agency world as we once defined it anymore.

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no I’m pretty sure there is still an agency world - you just need to find the right ones. Best of luck to you, show your value and what makes you great.

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It's hard even if you haven't purposely taken a break. No jobs old sport, for no one.

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Depends on your area of expertise. For us data, ad ops, engineering, and analytics folks it’s not too bad. After 10 yrs away, I returned in 2021 at age 48. However, it’s still pretty young out here, and with every year the layoffs seem to be hitting us more.

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