Ok, protocol question: I saw a posting for an Art Director position at a very small shop. I am overqualified for it, but I want to start a dialogue with them about more senior opportunities. Do you recommend I a. Cold email them, b. Visit their office and try to meet someone face to face, or c. Apply in hopes of having them contact me and then try to bait-and-switch?

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Email HR. I can tell you as a hiring manager I see too many resumes to piece together that you're overqualified and we could make room. Overqualified is just a no. Showing up is a cultural red flag for most places. Too eager. Write a good cover letter, and focus most of your effort on roles you're actually suited for. Best of luck.

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Thank you for the guidance. The email has led to a face-to-face meeting!

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