Bouncing Back in Advertising

On Episode 152 of Bouncing Back, I interviewed Ramona R. who is currently a freelance Creative Director. This is also my 110th episode in partnership with The Avail List.Ramona is a Creative Director who loves to be on the cutting edge of design by staying up to date on programs, trends, tech, fashion, and art. She enjoys wearing many hats and has experience in experiential, TV, set design, spacial advertising, UX, VR, social media, strategy, and more. While she’s open to freelance, Ramona is ultimately looking for a full-time role where she can work with a team, build relationships, and create the best work possible. Not only does Ramona love pitching new work to clients, but she prides herself on having a proven track record of winning new business. If you’re looking for an authentic creative who can immediately impact your agency, you won't regret reaching out. vimeo.com/727200368#BouncingBack #Covid19 #JobSearch #Advertising

On Episode 148 of Bouncing Back, I interviewed Chris Baker who was most recently an Associate Creative Director/Copywriter freelancing at Forsman & Bodenfors. This is also my 106th episode in partnership with The Avail List.Chris only found out about creative advertising from watching MadMen. Once he realized it could be a real career, he worked his way into the Creative Circus where he would learn to master his craft. He enjoys working at smaller agencies because he gets to learn from smart people on a more personal level. Chris is also a strong believer that brands should be making fewer TV commercials, but way more videos. He loves getting scrappy on productions, and even though he’s a writer, he enjoys getting his hands dirty with photography and videography. Check out his site to not only see his amazing work, but to also hear how he lived out of his Subaru Outback for over a year during covid. https://lnkd.in/epJ63G5nvimeo.com/727199634#BouncingBack #Covid19 #JobSearch #Advertising

On Episode 149 of Bouncing Back, I interviewed Brion Nuda Rosch who was most recently a project/program manager at Play Studio. This is also my 107th episode in partnership with The Avail List.Coming out of COVID19, Brion doesn’t like the phrase “getting back to normal,” because he believes that “normal” was never good enough. It’s exactly why he is focused on getting back to a “new better.”Brion comes from an art background and considers himself an artist, designer, curator, director, producer, and collaborator. In addition to his love for art, Brion’s specialty is using his strategic thinking to get different departments to work better, together.He can wear multiple hats, loves getting his hands dirty on projects, misses in-person contact, and is a total people person.Reach out to Brion if you’re looking for someone who can immediately make the work better. brionnudarosch.comvimeo.com/727199860#BouncingBack #Covid19 #JobSearch #Advertising

On Episode 147 of Bouncing Back, I interviewed Brandon Bayer who has recently bounced back by accepting a job as a Creative Director at Square. This is also my 105th episode in partnership with The Avail List.Ever since he was young, Brandon knew that he wanted to turn his passion for painting and drawing into a creative profession. Brandon is a strong believer that all departments in an agency should work more closely and is an emphatic team leader who is excited to create work that gets noticed. In his spare time, he works with a consulting company where he gives branding and creative advice to smaller stage companies. He has even had Bill Gates review his work. While you can’t hire Brandon because he’s already been taken, you can check out his portfolio here and be jealous you didn't get to him in time. brandonbayer.com vimeo.com/727199357#BouncingBack #Covid19 #JobSearch #Advertising

On Episode 145 of Bouncing Back, I interviewed Ash Ramirez who was most recently the DEI director at the Many. This is also my 103rd episode in partnership with The Avail ListAsh has worked in advertising for over 6 years, and although they love solving these particular unique challenges, Ash is open to bringing their expertise to other industries where diversity, equity, and inclusion are just as important. In their spare time, Ash started a nonprofit catering to creative mentorship to women of color. So far they have worked with over 1,500 women. While Ash is interested in all types of agencies, they really enjoyed working in smaller independent shops because they could get more done, faster. If you’re looking for someone who has lots of passion, isn't afraid to have tough conversations, and is a total people person, you'll regret not reaching out to Ash immediately. vimeo.com/727199055#BouncingBack #Covid19 #JobSearch #Advertising #dei

On Episode 146 of Bouncing Back, I interviewed Sophia Kressierer who recently bounced back by becoming a senior strategist in Cultural Innovation at the Cashmere agency. This is also my 104th episode in partnership with The Avail List.Everything that Sophia does as a strategist comes from their unique understanding of culture. Sophia is a fresh thinker who thrives on uncovering real human truths that motivate certain behaviors & actions.Sophia has a hungry brain, is always curious, dedicated to solving DEI issues within agencies, and whether at home or in the office, prides themselves on never turning off their strategy-driven brain.  While I love everything about Sophia’s drive, one of my favorite parts is that they are a strategist who has a portfolio. Check it out here. https://lnkd.in/ezam47KK#BouncingBack #Covid19 #JobSearch #Advertising #DEIvimeo.com/727199245

On Episode 151 of Bouncing Back, I interviewed Dennis Shamblin who was most recently a Creative Director/Art director at Altium inc. This is also my 109th episode in partnership with The Avail List.Dennis always wanted to be a journalist, but after moving to California and starting a skateboard business, his plans quickly changed. After starting two more clothing companies, Dennis realized that he was really passionate about the design and marketing work he was doing, which ultimately lead to his career pivot into advertising. Dennis considers himself a Swiss Army knife who loves to wear multiple hats. He enjoys being in leadership roles, tackling Ideas from new perspectives, and is very emphatic. If you’re looking for someone with 15+ years of experience and tons of enthusiasm to get the job done, Dennis is your guy. You won't regret reaching out. shamblincreative.comvimeo.com/727200194#BouncingBack #Covid19 #JobSearch #Advertising

On Episode 150 of Bouncing Back, I interviewed Lia Aprile who is currently a freelance script writer. This is also my 108th episode in partnership with The Avail List.Lia started off as an actress in NYC before transitioning to a career in script writing. She credits this experience for making her a better writer and ultimately helping her understand the power in spoken words. In addition to being a writer, Lia also has tons of production experience which she uses to her advantage. She is a great collaborator who not only works fast, but knows how to get the job done well.Reach out to Lia if you’re looking for someone to take your brand story to the next level. https://lnkd.in/evhGgra9vimeo.com/727199986#BouncingBack #Covid19 #JobSearch #Advertising

On Episode 141 of Bouncing Back, I interviewed Erik Sederberg who is currently a freelance Creative Director/Writer at Mattel Creations. This is also my 99th episode in partnership with The Avail List.Erik is an experienced, dynamic creative who started his advertising career in healthcare. After realizing he wanted to pivot to more consumer goods he went to Portfolio Center to master his craft. Since then, Erik has worked on all sorts of different brands. He loves experiential, focusing on how to speak to different audiences, and wants to find a role where he can continue to learn and mentor younger talent. He’s more impressed by people than the name on an agency door, enjoys a good work and play balance, and is happy that brands are finally realizing they are part of a bigger mission than just selling their individual products. If you’re looking for a “nerd” with no ego, who is always eager to help, reach out to Erik immediately. https://lnkd.in/exfS544Bvimeo.com/696109478#BouncingBack #Covid19 #JobSearch #Advertising

On Episode 143 of Bouncing Back, I interviewed Michael Walsh who was most recently an ACD art director at Familiar Creatures. This is also my 101st episode in partnership with The Avail List.In college, Michael originally majored in Communications/PR, then halfway into his degree added Graphic design. That means he’s able to concept ideas, while also bringing them to life in an eye-catching way. He loves finding a solution to brand problems, is very interested in cause-related work, and is eager to hit the ground running on good briefs, with even better people.In high school, he was voted most dependable and continues to get the job done at all levels. In his spare time, Michael works on his personal project called, Creative Cabinet (creativecabinet.org) where he matches creatives with political candidates who need help campaigning. Reach out to Michael if you’re looking for someone who is hungry to get to work. walshdidthat.comvimeo.com/696109085#BouncingBack #Covid19 #JobSearch #Advertising