Just got off a sort of disappointing call with a recruiter for a promising opportunity as an art director in entertainment advertising in LA. I was excited by the aspects of getting to design campaigns and mentor a team, but learned that the team I'd be overseeing is outsourced to the Philippines, and I wouldnt be doing much hands on design anyway. Is anyone else running into more of that in entertainment design? No wonder designers are struggling in this market.

Let’s say you’re the main character of some action movie. Think military / Jason Bourne / Ethan Hunt type of guy. You’re only bringing one watch with you on your mission across the world. Streets of Paris, African jungles, Southeast Asia, and wherever else the mission takes you. What watch you wearing?

Anyone from internal audit i need some insights please dm

Any advice on getting into product management? I have 3+ YOE working as an IT service manager and I’ve seen so many companies stating they want people from “diverse backgrounds” but then soon change their minds when they find out in an interview that you don’t have very specific product management experience

Feelings about project managers? Good, bad, otherwise?

What’s the most valuable “soft skill” for any government lawyer? Looking to emphasize it in a cover letter

Could someone please refer me at JPMC for Java Full Stack with 2.5 YOE, if you can. LWD Aug 17

Is it worth making the time/money investment to make the switch from big 4 FDD to MBB. This would require getting into and paying for a top MBA program and my net worth would be way negative after that. Are the MBB financial returns worth it? Im 26 years old for reference

I feel silly asking this question: is there a meaningful difference in pay progression or exits between M, B, and B? Just signed with one and it seems my inferiority complex has evolved

Hi folks,

I have been offered a position on Senior Consultant/ Deputy Manager at Deloitte India for 4.5 years of exp.

Is this position/role normal for years of experience I hold?

Australia onsite offer from a company for my cousin. Tenure is 2 years
Package is 7000 AUD per month
Work location is Sydney
Is this enough for a couple to live there?
Can we save some money?
What is the cost of living there? How about tax?
Assume like everything they have to buy in Australia from scratch

Need your suggestions

TIA

3rd week on the job, a guy 2 levels below me came into my office and started the conversation with "let me lend you a piece of advice...". As expected, it was not useful advice, he was just a douche.

Feeling so down after being turned down for MD. And exit appears to be so hard - getting no traction in Industry or PE right now.

I’m a freelance AD (CD level) looking to update my bio. Does anyone have examples of simple, well executed, short bios or just reccos on how to write one 🙏🏼

Has anyone done their H1B renewal in Canada? What was the process like and how long did it take to get your passport back?

Guys I had a terrible nightmare this morning. Apparently I saw two middle aged men burning alive in a hotel room. And then I woke up.
Too much game of thrones or is there some meaning to this lol

Will CSPO help in Product Manager role?

Anyone from Deloitte working for D’s Revenue Cycle Team?

How much does a mid weight visual designer typically make at an agency? Less than 80k?

Where do you keep your non-library original components in Figma? Do you put them to the side outside of a working frame, within its own “Components” page (like Sketch does for Symbols), or do you keep the original directly inside of one of your layouts?

Any designers working at IDEO? What’s the work-life balance like? Always been interested in the work but wonder what working there actually is like.

Told I’m thinking too technical because I’m focusing on how to make an illustration work on desktop AND mobile. Well I’m sorry but… you’re too old. Thinking technical is extremely important in times like this.

Hey fishies! I’m looking to take a leap into the remote world. I am a Sr. Graphic designer and art director in Toronto, Canada 🇨🇦. I’m looking to take on more of an art director and creative director role, remotely. I can attach my website and a portfolio if anyone can help out. I have been designing professionally now for just over 15 years now. I work very quickly and very well with other team members. I also take on freelance work. I’m married with 2 kids so the more work the better.

Is anybody using WACOM CINTIQ Pro 24"? I am contemplating getting one but wondering if I will be able to use a mouse/tablet along with it. I heavily use InDesign and wonder if I can use a mouse/tablet when I need to without unplugging it. Thanks in advance!

Question! I just moved(transferred) to another team of my company and received new title, graphic & creative services. I was a senior graphic designer at the previous team. What do you think about my new title? I know that title is not a big thing but why I feel like my title is downgraded here… Good thing is my jobs here at my current team are what I really wanted to do. This is amazing. I love my new team and people here! Super healthy working environment! But just curious about the title.

Anyone made a switch to health tech companies? Do you like it?

Where is a great place to find Graphic Designer positions, with solid companies that are willing to compensate at fair market value? I’ve tried Indeed and LinkedIn, but no luck landing even so much as an interview.

Any packaging designer available for a small gig? Not agency project, helping a friend’s start up.

I started a full time in-house design job that pays extremely well. I barely have to work at all. This makes me very confused since I kept hearing stories of people working 60+ hr weeks as designers at ad agencies. I am not complaining, but I have this creeping irrational feeling that I’ll get fired for not working even though there’s nothing for me to do. Should i be making up projects or asking for more work? Or just chill out? I just feel very confused. Are a lot of full time jobs like this?

anyone know who created Palantir's website?

If you see an open job posting at a company you want to work for, what steps do you take to apply? I’ve been told that cold applying and making no contacts is usually not going to lead to anything, and that’s been true in my experience. But should I reach out to someone first? Should i apply and then email someone? In HR? Or someone who’d be directly supervising me? Or someone at my level? And what should i say? Thanks!

Does anyone know of a good place online to look for UI/UX designers who specialize in Figma?

Can we get a thread going of Senior Product Designer salaries.

I am currently a contractor and make $65/hr.

Is $180k OTE competitive compensation for a Head of Product Design in a startup? Remote role. East Coast US hours. Managing a team (hands on too) so likely not a checkbox 40h work week.

Hey designer fishies! I'm conducting an interview tomorrow for a new Director of Product. This person will be managing our team of Product Managers and Product Designers.

What are some good interview questions for this level and type of role? I have a few in mind, but would love to pick the group's brain as I have never interviewed anyone for a Director role before.

Thanks in advance!!

To those of you who have multiple degrees, masters, and major accolades: do you feel it has helped you in your career? Has anyone ever asked you for proof?

The only thing I’ve gotten out of my degree is a pretty efficient fly swatter.