POV: you're an AD* looking for a copy (me) to build our portfolio together and work in... London?

DM:
1) if your seniority is mid/senior or you won an award (Lions, D&AD, One Show..)
2) 3 fav Cannes Lions 2022 campaigns*
3) 3 creatives you love
We create 3 campaigns before XMas and maybe in 2023 we'll start dream big!
Let's make 3 our magic number

* I ask just because if your work is focused on editorial design, that is a different field. I wish you like strategic thinking. Thank you, bye!

Those who missed the TS&A FY21 session held today, Quinney told us there were only 12 promotes (2 of which are new MDs). TS&A has approx 200 people in it. Time to order a case of wine!

How much Js7 maximum budget should be??

I’m set to finish my Google data analytics certificate by the new year. What’s some good advice on getting a job, salary expectations, and further developing these skills?

Men 🐠- On an average, why do Indian men act so weird or awkward around women in general in public ? Esp around pools, beaches, outdoor activities, etc. Understand it may not apply to all and am not trying to sound racist/smug/etc. Genuinely don't understand and am curious to hear y'alls opinion!

2020 grad M&A/PE Associate in LCOL area thinking about moving to a ECVC/M&A boutique. I generally like the work I do and the people I work with, but I really don’t like the hours and the constant late nights and weekends. Currently on pace for 2250. Boutique I have been eyeing has billable hour requirement of 1500-1600 and comes with a 20-25% paycut. Is this a stupid idea and should I grind it out until I can move in house? Will this ruin my opportunities down the road?

Anyone at PwC or BDO looking to pick up some referral bonus cash?? Have 1.5 YOE in audit, NYC, looking for FDD roles. DM me!

Welcome everyone.
Will be posting some great resources soon.

Please feel free to invite your friends, Any mentors who would be interested in joining and contributing to the community 🙂

Went from 65k external audit after two full yrs to 85k associate at a midsize bank doing internal controls. Next yr ill be AVP making 115k while audit seniors are making 75k working 90 hrs a week 😂

Did everyone in M&S get the crap end of the stick in this reorg or just some areas? Curious how many will be putting in two-week notices soon.

Recommendations for tailors on the west side? Considering using nordstrom if all else fails… can anyone vouch for nordstrom?

Hi... I'm working here in HP past 3.5 years as a technical solutions representative 2....
I'm looking for a job change in Data analytics as I have my Google data analytics certification from Google... Will that fetch me a job in companies like Oracle/ Google/ target or anywhere else with a good package?
My package right now is 4.95 lpa...
I'm looking for someone to refer in these companies like Oracle or Google..

What are the monetary benefits of going to client's location(another city) for 3 months. Is there any provision of additional salary?

This week in homebuying horror stories: offered $60k (10%) over asking on a house. Got beat by a last minute all-cash offer from an out of state buyer who was buying sight-unseen.

This is the worst.

How is the work culture of BNP Paribas Bangalore Bagmane ? Do they offering work from home , what's the dressing style ,is it formal which needs to follow ?

Hey All,
Exp : 8.6
Exp On Mulesoft : 4.8
CTC : 20 LPA
Offer holding :
31 Fixed Infinite Computer Solutions
32 fixed from @Nahil (Saudi based gave 32 fixed (no TDS))

Current company: Infosys
I am waiting for the offer letters from
EPAM Systems asked 35, but selected for D3 role so 31/32 LPA.
Genpact (Enquero global) asked 35, not sure they can give or Match?

Which one to join, I am planning for long term commitment. Please provide your thoughts.

What is Deloitte? I see all these creative job posts, some with job descrips like ‘create work for entertainment client.’ I thought they were finance or biz consulting?

Experienced hire difficulties

I’ve been trying to get an opportunity within one of the Big 4 since May. Networked into phone conversations with multiple partners in my area of expertise. Con’t

I’ve been thinking about looking for a new job, but given everything going on with the Coronavirus and layoffs, it doesn’t seem like this is a good time to start looking. What do others think?

High performance wagons? Have under 2 years left on my m340 lease and really wish we got more wagons over in the States. Anyone have any recommendations for consideration? 2 kids fit fine in my car now,
but could use more space and do not want a SUV.

So here's the deal: I've been in the industry for 8 years now—and I still feel my best work is my spec work. Is there a point at which it's simply no longer appropriate to show spec work in a book?

Trying to refresh my portfolio and thinking about switching to a different platform, what are my fellow copywriters’ fave sites to use?? I’m currently using wix since it’s free, but it’s given me many headaches trying to get it how I want my portfolio to look. I’m also looking into Copyfolio as well.

How do you balance your best work vs recent work in your portfolio? My best campaign is 4 years old, but it’s still my favourite piece. Note: I would love to get your thoughts on how to reorder my book if anyone can help! Let me know if can DM you my site.

Is knolling as the front page too derivative?

Anyone have experience setting up more in-depth analytics for portfolio websites? Any ways to get more information about who is looking at my book? I'm on squarespace. Cheers!

I'm new to being a UX designer.... is it ok to have 1 project in my portfolio...

I’d love to hear your thoughts on my book! Will some creatives be willing to review my work? Thanks🙏

Just finished Train Dreams by Denis Johnson. Superb. Gonna start Tree of Smoke next.

What do you think is the best site to make your book on as a copywriter?

Can you put spec work in your book?

Attention Ad Students! Go apply to Mobilize, 22squared’s 48 hour ad competition! It’s a really fun opportunity where you get to compete against other teams on a brief, and also have your portfolio reviewed. Apply at