Whether you're looking for your first big break, or just want some advice on how to get ahead in an advertising job, check out our quick 3 minute Q+A with Carl Eatson, Creative Director at Elvis Communications. Not got time to watch a video? Then check out the main points below...
How did you get your first break? "I started as a studio junior at Capital Radio and worked my way up. I didn’t actually plan to end up a creative director."
What advice would you give to someone wanting to get a foot in the door? "A lot of agencies are looking for all round good thinking. Not just digital, or DM – you’ve got to be thinking about the big idea all the time." Tell us about a time when a candidate has impressed you "One time a candidate left on my desk a Lego creative man. And you could take his head off and put different heads on it. It was a really unique idea that grabbed our attention."
What do you look for in a candidate? "Enthusiasm and someone who’s hard working. Someone who can muck in and get their hands dirty. Not pretentious, not arrogant. Our current placement team are willing to do everything and anything and that’s a great quality to have."
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