Breaking In

Over 100 Advertising Insiders Reveal How to Build a Portfolio that Will Get You Hired

Interviews by William Burks Spencer

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Interview Excerpt: Tony Davidson, Executive Creative Director, Wieden+Kennedy, London

In case you missed it, check out some of Tony Davidson’s work here. WS: What do you think is a good way for people to improve? How would you suggest that people get better? TD: The way you learn is … Continue reading

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Next Up: Tony Davidson

Tony Davidson is Partner and Executive Creative Director of Wieden+Kennedy London. Honda – “Everything” Honda – “Jump”

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Ji Lee, Creative Director, Facebook, Menlo Park

If you missed yesterday’s post, take a look at some of Ji Lee’s work. WS: What do you look for in a student book? And what impresses you? JL: I receive lots of emails with students’ portfolios. From both students … Continue reading

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Next Up: Ji Lee

Ji Lee is a Creative Director at Facebook, and formerly at Google Creative Lab. He is known not only for his fantastic advertising and design work, but also for his many independent projects. The first one to be picked up … Continue reading

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Interview Excerpt: Ari Merkin, Chief Brand Officer, Ten, Ft. Lauderdale

In case you missed it, check out some of Ari’s work here. [Interviewed at Crispin Porter + Bogusky, Miami] AM: …I want to be surprised and entertained when I look at your book. First, I want to know that you … Continue reading

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Tomorrow: Ari Merkin

Ari Merkin is Chief Brand Officer at Ten, Ft. Lauderdale and former Executive Creative Director at Crispin Porter + Bogusky, Miami. Ikea – “Lamp” Truth – “Body Bags” Starbucks – “Glen”

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Jeff Goodby, Co-Chairman & Creative Director, Goodby Silverstein & Partners, San Francisco

Take a look at some great TV from Goodby Silverstein & Partners. WS: What do you look for in a student book? And what impresses you? JG: I look for things that no one I know, even myself, would ever … Continue reading

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Tomorrow: Jeff Goodby

But first, enjoy a few great spots from Goodby, Silverstein & Partners. Saturn – “Sheet Metal” Got Milk? – “Aaron Burr” Got Milk? – “Birthday”

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Interview Excerpt: Tony Granger, Global Chief Creative Officer, Young & Rubicam

If you missed the last post, check out some Tony Granger TV spots here. TG: …The people who succeed are naturally inquisitive. They hang onto their childlike enthusiasm about the business. They have an instinctive feel for innovation and an … Continue reading

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Next Up: Tony Granger

Here are a few videos to set the mood. Crest Folgers Land Rover

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