The advertising industry doesn’t have a union. Freelancers don’t have a union (although Freelancers Union is still a great resource). But, just because there isn’t a formal union established to protect us and ensure we are all getting a fair rate and working conditions, does not mean that we can’t protect each other and help […]
Read moreReal talk. Running your own business can be hard. Dealing with an often sexist industry is hard. Negotiating rates, fighting to be fairly compensated for your work is hard. Defining yourself in a creative field, carving your own unique path is hard. Working from home can be hard. Fitting in to a new agency atmosphere […]
Read morePublishing my work has always been a dream of mine, and now I can sort of check that item off of my bucket list. Sure, I didn’t publish my own work, but a few of my projects were featured in fellow copywriter, Andy Maslen’s latest book: Persuasive Copywriting: Using Psychology to Influence, Engage and Sell. I was incredibly […]
Read moreI couldn’t possibly say no to an interview with fellow copywriter, Ben Owens. His blog series, Windy City Writes, features the musings of Chicago copywriters and is always a delightful read. Having had a few friends featured in the past, I jumped at the opportunity to provide Ben with the smart and sassy tidbits he […]
Read moreI am pleased as punch to be featured on We Are Creative People, a tumblr site dedicated to showcasing professional advertising creatives who keep up their creative output after hours. Check out my featured post and videos of some of my sketch and improv comedy work here, and submit your own extra-curricular creativity to wearecreativepeople@gmail.com.
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