#RepYaself

No matter your degree, skill set or background, there’s a place for you in the ad industry. So don’t just knock on the door — kick it down. Discover which role fits your personality, interests and talents, then join the Rep Yaself Info Session at Tyler Hall (room 101) on October 6th to learn more.

Find your ad role

Browse the personalities to reveal the job you’re made to take on.

You never run out of jokes to crack in the comment section, essay assignments don’t scare you off, and you’re the most persuasive one in your crew.

That’s Me
Copywriter

Copywriters handle all the writing in advertising, creating commercial scripts, social media posts and anywhere else you’ll find words. They partner with an Art Director to develop ideas and make them a reality. If you love writing, have a wild imagination and are creatively driven, you could be a  Copywriter.

Your IG grid is fire, every notebook you own is covered in sketches, and you spend far too much time picking out your outfit in the morning.

That’s Me
Art Director

Art directors are in charge of all things visual in advertising, from picking out fonts and color palettes to taking charge at a photoshoot for a social media campaign. They work with the Copywriter to come up with killer ideas and bring them to life. If you’re driven by art, design and creativity, this role could be made for you.

You’re a natural problem solver, you love thinking about how other people think, and you’re up to date on all things trending.

That’s Me
Strategist

Strategists are the ad agency’s go-to for finding the human insights that make the ads really connect with people. They’re on top of what’s hot and are always looking for new ways to connect a brand with its customers. If you have a knack for understanding human behavior, you could be an advertising Strategist.

On group projects, you’re the one picked to present to class. You have an inherent knack for business, you can make friends with anyone you meet, and you’re a clear and concise communicator.

That’s Me
Account Manager

Account managers are the line of communication between the ad agency and the client. They take what the clients ask for, translate that into a clear plan of action for the agency, and make sure the team delivers. If you have a wide variety of interests, are uber-organized, and love taking the reins on projects, Account Management could be your thing.

You’re equally comfortable thinking creatively and logically, you love getting in the minds of other people, and you’re able to make numbers tell a story.

That’s Me
Media Planner

Media Planners are in charge of taking the creative output of the agency and putting it out in the world for people to see and interact with. They understand how and when the audience interacts with their world — what they look at on their phone, what TV shows they’re watching and everything they’re into. If you’re both right and left brained, you could be a Media Planner.

You’re always on top of the latest social media trends, you love to experiment with the newest technology, and you’re plugged in to what’s hot in pop culture.

That’s Me
Social Media Strategist

Social Media Strategists plan and execute content for their clients’ social media platforms, like Instagram, Facebook, Twitter and TikTok. They use data to identify target audiences and create posts and content to maximize exposure and engagement. If you love staying on top of the latest social trends, Social Media Strategist might be a great fit.

Info Session

Join us on campus

Interested in a career in advertising? Join the Rep Yaself Info Session at Tyler Hall (room 101) on October 6th from 11:00pm - 12:30pm to discover more about the industry, meet a panel of real ad pros, get tips on landing your first gig, and grab some free giveaways and prizes.

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Advertising Career FAQs

A: Marketing is anything a brand does to attract their customers to their product or service, everything from creating the product itself to deciding how much to charge for it. Advertising is anything that has to do with — you guessed it — ads. It can show up in a million different places (TV commercials, social posts, billboards, etc), but the one factor all advertising has in common is that the brand pays to send a specific message (the ad) on a certain platform. Advertising is a discipline that falls under the marketing umbrella.

A: Unlike many professions, most ad agencies don’t require a specific degree for the majority of roles. Account Managers, Account Planners, Media Planners and Social Media Strategists come from all different types of educational backgrounds and experiences. Some do prefer creative disciplines (like Art Director and Copywriter) candidates attend portfolio schools, which are specifically designed to teach the craft and develop a portfolio of creative work.

A: No. Ad agencies are located throughout the majority of medium and large-sized markets in the country. In addition, more and more agencies are now allowing for either partially or fully-remote work.

A: Yes. No two agencies are exactly alike — they’re usually categorized by the type of advertising they specialize in. Common types include: traditional (TV, print, radio, billboards, etc.), digital, social media, experiential, design, media planning and full-service. Full-service agencies are one-stop shops that have expertise in all types of advertising.

A: An internship at an ad agency is a great way to learn first-hand about the industry and the different types of roles. Some internships can even lead to full-time employment offers. Agencies will usually post open full-time roles and internship opportunities on their websites, which you can apply for directly. A list of local Baltimore agencies is included in the resources section below just to get you started.

Resources

Baltimore agencies
Exit 10 - Full-Service Advertising
GKV - Full-Service Advertising
idfive - Full-Service Advertising
Jellyfish - Digital Advertising
Mindgrub - Digital Advertising
Planit - Full-Service Advertising
R2Integrated - Digital Advertising
Storyfarm - Content Creation/Production
Vitamin - Full-Service Advertising