Tips on getting a job client side when you only have agency experience (of two years)?

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Apply for it. Know they may ask why you want to leave the agency world after two years but I think that's an easy, "there has to be more out there" answer or some shit.
A lot of client side positions (at least for creatives) are looking for agency experience as a plus. I think having agency experience (even two years) shows you can multitask, "turn and burn" and be flexible when things go a little nuts in their million-tier approval process.
Good luck!

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Tell them you are passionate about their company and product and want to focus on a brand you are passionate about

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It’s easy to go from agency to client side. It’s the other way around that’s tough.

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Thank you guys for the advice! Much appreciated!

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