Job Market Trends 2025: What You Need to Know
By Ryan Kelly As we step into the last quarter of the year (scary, isn’t it?), it feels like the right time to share what’s happening in the job market and how it’s impacting the creative and communications industry in Australia. Is
Creative Leadership: Insights from Dr. Marion Piper and Mitch Catterall
Leadership in the creative industry is no walk in the park. It’s about more than just guiding a team, it’s about inspiring them, understanding the creative process, and fostering an environment that encourages innovation. We sat down with Dr. Marion
Play Your Strong Suit: From Doer to Director
Ready to level up your career and transition from an account manager to a director? It's an exciting challenge, and with the right mindset and tools, you can make the leap successfully. Camey O'Keefe, a seasoned expert in account management
Getting to better briefs: Insights from the founders of BetterBriefs
What’s the secret to nailing a brilliant marketing campaign? It all starts with a great brief. Think of it as the foundation that supports every creative idea, strategy, and execution. But here’s the catch: are we really getting our briefs
How to be a shit hot suit: Insights from Camey O’Keefe
Account service is an exciting and dynamic field, and learning from seasoned professionals can make all the difference in your career. Recently, Camey O'Keefe, a pro with over 20 years of experience, shared her expert insights in a webinar. Here’s
Power of Portfolios: Insights from Aaron Lee from Caramel Creative
A design portfolio is so much more than a collection of pretty pictures, it’s your story as a designer. It showcases how you think, solve problems, and bring ideas to life. Aaron Lee, founder of Caramel Creative, believes the key
How to get hired: Insights from Ryan Kelly
Job hunting doesn’t have to feel overwhelming. It can actually be exciting! With the right tools and a dash of confidence, you can stand out from the crowd and score your dream role. Ryan Kelly, the founder of Creative Natives,
NOT SO FAST: Things to consider before changing jobs
Deciding to leave your job is a big step in your career. We talk to a lot of candidates who want to jump ship as soon as things get rocky. They mention changes in management and processes, pay not keeping
10 common mistakes to avoid when creating your portfolio
By Ven Dumagan, Marketing Assistant If you’re in the creative field - be it design, social media, marketing or anything else in between, you’re gonna need something to showcase your work. That’s where a well-crafted portfolio comes in. It doesn’t matter whether
How to tell you’re compatible with a workplace (before you start!)
Have you been in a job interview and thought that you really vibed with your potential future colleagues and manager, only to actually start working there and realise that you are completely incompatible with the workplace? Perhaps the culture isn’t