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5 year growth journey … in advertising?
Yes. Is that not possible in this industry acc to you?
Unless you’re planning a global pandemic, I don’t think anyone’s journey over the last five years will look like yours over the next five.
Level up in position and money
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Today: CD $240k HCOL city
2019: ACD $70k LCOL city
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thanks! with a tiny apartment, it doesn’t feel like it!
5 years ago was a mid level creative at agency.
Was laid off and went in-house to a startup as a graphic designer.
Worked up to senior manager of creative.
A little more than 2x salary over the 5 years.
2024: Creative Director (190k)
2019: Senior Art Director (88k)
I am currently a partnerships manager but I used to be an intern 5 years ago. Current CTC: 180K
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Intern to 180k in 5 years? Where do you work hahha
5 years ago I was a photographer/retoucher and now I am an ACD at a big shop.