Gordon explains diversity in advertising with the same passion that goes into explaining new ideas. Our conversation about his background quickly moved into the steps that advertising needs to take to become more inclusive and I think it’s all the better for it. For agencies looking to make some serious change, Gordon practically lays out the blueprint that will help the creative world change for the better.
Read MoreEmily Berger Started in Accounting. Now She’s an Award-Winning Creative Leader.
Coming from a family that spoke about ads at the dinner table with the same air of normalcy as sports, Emily Berger was always destined to become a creative titan. While interning in an ad agency accounting department and hating every second of it, she realized that she wanted to do what the creatives were doing and made it her mission to be like them.
Read MoreHow Portfolio School Alternatives Are Teaching Aspiring Advertising Creatives For Free
At the One School, Polanco spent 16 weeks on a crash course learning the ins and outs of being a creative. Here, she explains how her creative background and education at the One School have prepared her to be a creative within the advertising industry.
Read MoreFelix Richter’s Decade at Droga5 Proves a Mastery Of Creative
Felix Richter is the Co-Chief Creative Officer for one of the most well-known agencies in the world. His executive-level creative decisions have left his gargantuan fingerprints on some of the industry’s most well-known campaigns. He’s an inspiration to creatives everywhere — not just for his work in the industry, but also for his approach to being creative altogether.
Read MorePARTNER DISCOUNT: DIGITAL CONFERENCE OCTOBER 11-13, BROOKLYN.
PARTNER DISCOUNT: DIGITAL CONFERENCE OCTOBER 11-13, BROOKLYN.
Our friends at the The SoDA Academy are hosting a two day, invitation-only conference for leaders in the digital agency community. Working Not Working members who pre-qualify are eligible for a $100 discount. Details below:
Who: The event is organized by SoDA, a network for entrepreneurs and innovators who are creating the future of marketing and digital experiences.
What: With ten tracks that range from Account Management and Business Development to Design Thinking and Product Development, this conference covers a slew of must-learn topics for anyone interested in the digital space.
Why: This diverse group of leaders makes for an inspiring peer-to-peer learning environment.
When: Sunday, October 11 @ 6pm through Tuesday, October 13 @ 6pm.
Where: Pratt Institute: 200 Willoughby Avenue. Brooklyn, NY 11205
How: Find out if you pre-qualify and if accepted, SoDA will send you registration information.