“Retained” - was chatting with my fiancé, who works in the entertainment field, about advertising recruiters and she told me to ask if the recruiter was “retained” by the company.
So how are most recruiters looped in with agencies? I assumed most are hired directly and then they submit some select people to the ECD or creative manager at the company. But my fiancé questioned whether some recruiters proactively try to send people to agencies without being asked...

Is anyone in Portland conservative? What is it like for you being there? I get along with just about anyone, but seems pretty hostile towards non-liberal folks from what I've seen

Any recommendation for good youtube channels that provide fundamental analysis, highlight news, educational content for experienced investors?

Are there any jobs that teach sql?

Dying of anxiety 🫠

Does anyone know the best IB firms to apply to that would accept no experience? I audit IB firms every day but no direct IB experience. But really want to transfer into an IB role

Any insight into what it's like to work at the WHO/UN

Heyy I’m 23,F, coming to nyc in September and looking for a place to livd. My budget is 1500-1800 for a master bedroom (private bath) with flatemates, or 2000 for a studio. I prefer places in upper east side/upper west side or midtown east. Does anyone have any recommendations or looking for is looking for roommates?

Has anyone tried to bring in business while practicing ID? I feel like carriers already have established relationships with particular firms and/or partners such that it’s really difficult to get your foot in the door. Also, when you do try, who do you network with? Claims adjusters?

Anyone have a gym bag they travel with? Looking for some recs! Ideally something that has enough room for two pairs of shoes (lifting and gym shoes), accessories, and supplements. Durable for travel.

How many of you who switched to PwC AC in last 1-1.5 year feel that you made a right decision?

How has been your experience so far? Are learning, work-life Balance and other things same as you expected ?

How do I get an AD to put me on a Patek Waiting list? I don’t have any history with an AD but I am@in the market for a Patek Calatrava 6119. This will be my first watch. I know it is unusual for a first watch, but I liked it on my wrist a lot. Any advice on how to get on an AD’s list?

Hello All,
I am shifting to Pune soon but i heard that the public transportation facility is non existent in pune .
I do not have a scooty and am not comfortable driving in heavy traffic.
Is it advisable to shift to Pune?

Your suggestions are appreciated...

Are there particular times of the year that tend to be better for job hunting? Reason I’m asking, about 6 weeks ago it seemed like there were tons of new job postings. Now it seems to have dried up.

Here’s a question for the recruiters out there: do you want to see my portfolio?
I just started freelancing after having been FT for a long time. Top agency experience, Cannes Lions, NYC-based, DM me!

I interviewed recently at a big brand. I was cut after the 1st in-person round. As disappointing as it was, I asked recruiter for f/b. They actually replied w/honest f/b I can use going forward 😃

Hello everyone! Does anyone who works at Deloitte know how the referral process works. I’m currently applying and I put that I applied bc of an employee referral, but I wasn’t asked to add a name.

Are there recruiters for editors ?

Hey recruiters, what’s a good subject line? I’m always struggling with that one

Why has it become so normal to ask for “homework”? I work 60-70 hour weeks on average I don’t have time to give you free work just so you can consider me for a job.

If a headhunter contacts you about a full-time opportunity, then you see a different freelance opportunity posted at that same agency, is it okay to reach out to the agency directly?

Is it really off putting if in a CL:
A. We couldn't find the recruiter or hiring managers name so we just address it as Hello, or Dear (agency).
B. We don't have an extremely creative opening.

Those currently hiring - Has the job market become inundated with applicants again or are you still finding qualified applicants to be scarce?

When is it appropriate to follow up with a recruiter after a verbal offer? I received a call on Tuesday with the verbal offer, and they said they’d start things on Wednesday. No real timeline aside from that, and I didn’t ask.

Also, phone call or email?

Curious: are there more lowball offers during the pandemic season or is compensation levels relatively stable?

When is an appropriate time to follow up after your third and final interview? I wasn’t given a timeframe of when they’d get back to me. Don’t want to seem too eager but want to make sure I follow up

What’s the best way to ask if a job can be remote or at the very least hybrid? I live outside of a pretty major city, but I don’t want to have to commute every day. My current agency allows me to work remote, and I love the flexibility. But, I feel like it’s time to look elsewhere.

Best recruiters for in-house gigs?

A third party recruiter who was looking to forward my portfolio asked me about how much my current salary is. I remember reading somewhere saying that’s not allowed to be asked during an interview. Is it different when it’s a third party recruiter and it’s not an “official interview”? Assuming it shouldn’t have been asked, how should I have answered without coming across as impolite? 🤔

How do I get into a marketing or pr role when my resume has mostly media companies on it? ( I worked in media for 4 years)

Recruiters, where do you find most of the candidates you ultimately make offers to?

Question for any external recruiters.

You placed me in my current role (and presumably were paid because of it). Can I reach out for a new role ?

Excluding agencies like W+K, BBDO, Droga..., why do recruiters and CDs ask questions like “what’s your goal as a human in life?” or “how would you change the world?” when they KNOW they just need an average creative, to make more average campaigns for average clients?