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Breaking and Entering Advertising Podcast

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Connecting the advertising and marketing world, one heist at a time. We bridge gaps by connecting agencies with brands, talent with recruiters, and creatives with opportunity. Whether you're a marketing exec looking for your next agency partner or breaking in for the first time, this feed is for you. Hear from agency leaders, brand marketers, reporters, and more. Join 150,000 listeners exploring the people, culture, and ideas shaping the industry. For daily short-form content, follow us on LinkedIn. For exclusive episodes, subscribe to The Vault at https://breakingandenteringadv.substack.com/
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#46: B&E Strategy at 72andSunny w/Zach Wright

Zach Wright is a senior strategist at 72andSunny over in LA. At the time of this recording, he was helping his team execute Indeed's big game ad. He is full of great energy and is dedicated to helping future talent knock down any advertising obstacles. Connect with Zach on LinkedIn by heading to our Instagram @EnteringAd --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/breakenter/message

Feb 24, 202134 min

#45: B&E Cannes, Clios and Creative Copywriting w/Jeff Schermer from GUT

Jeff Schermer is a senior creative at GUT in Miami. Jeff's B&E episode is full of advice for the young creative. He is known for his memorable copywriting and skill to craft and execute interesting ideas. This is the second guest from GUT in Miami because of the great work they continuously put out. To learn more about Jeff and to see his recommended resources, head to our Instagram @Enteringad --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/breakenter/message...

Feb 16, 202135 min

#44: B&E Copywriting @ Wieden+Kennedy NYC w/Funmi Adejobi

This week we have Funmi Adejobi; she is a fantastic person with fantastic advice. Funmi is currently a copywriter at Wieden + Kennedy. She tells her break-in story and gives you direct tips on how to break into large creative shops! Go to our Instagram to connect with Funmi: https://www.instagram.com/enteringad/?hl=en --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/breakenter/message

Feb 10, 202136 min

#43: 10+ Tips To Succeed In The Virtual Workplace w/Peter Kritikos From IBM

This week's guest is Peter Kritikos. He's seven months in at powerhouse tech company IBM. As a client services representative, he is our first non-advertising professional. We step away from our traditional conversation to discuss general tips to be successful in the virtual workplace. This episode is a must-listen for anyone working from home in any industry. Check out our Instagram to connect with Peter, see his recommended resources, and stay updated on our latest guests. https://www.instagra...

Feb 02, 202134 min

#42: B&E Superbowl Copywriting w/Alexander Allen From GUT

Alexander Allen is a senior copywriter at Gut in Miami. Two Superbowl commercials and a Cannes winning campaign are on his record so far. Listen to this episode if you want to take a glimpse into the mind of an advertising wizard. Head to our Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/enteringad/?hl=en To connect and see Alex's must-read resources. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/breakenter/message

Jan 26, 20211 hr 18 min

#41: B&E FCB Chicago w/Copywriter Jack Rogosin

From selling shoes to writing award-winning ads, Jack Rogosin is this week's B&E Guest. Jack Rogosin is a copywriter at FCB in Chicago, and he broke into the industry without a degree; how? He's creative as it gets. Listen to his story to figure out how someone went from being peppered spray to bringing the heat! Head to our Instagram to connect with Jack! https://www.instagram.com/enteringad/?hl=en --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/breakenter/message...

Jan 19, 202140 min

#40: B&E BBH NYC w/Associate Copywriter, Isabella Ciardelli

40th Ep of the B&E Podcast: Sit back and relax as we chat with @Isabella Ciardelli, Copywriter for agencies like TBWA/Media Arts Lab and now BBH. She’s a go-getter with a knack for innovation. We talk about real, practical advice, how to have confidence in your own brand and what a healthy work ethic looks like. Learn more by listening to Breaking & Entering on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Head to our to Instagram to see her recommended resources and to connect with Isabella: https://www.i...

Jan 12, 202158 min

#39: B&E Small Agency of the Year, Highdive w/Tim Flemke Junior Copywriter

Perhaps the most recognized agency of 2020, Tim Flemke is the first-ever junior copywriter at Highdive in Chicago. Highdive had two Superbowl commercials in 2020. The Jason Mamoa Rocket Mortgage & Jeep's Groundhog Day with our buddy Bill Murray. Listen to his story to better your own break in schemes. Follow us on IG to learn more about Tim, Highdive, and to find other break-in stories. https://www.instagram.com/enteringad/?hl=en --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/po...

Jan 05, 202156 min

#38: B&E Facebook w/ACD Mo Osunbor

Mo Osunbor is this week's B&E guest. We dive into Mo's career and see how he landed as an associate creative director. He is a phenomenal guest with so much knowledge and personality, making this episode a must-listen for advertisers at all levels. Head over to our IG to learn more! @EnteringAd --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/breakenter/message

Dec 30, 202049 min

#37: B&E Indoor Recess w/Co-founders Maggie, Johnny, and Isabella

This week, we talk about how to find motivation in a global pandemic. Johnny Thai, Maggie Peng, and Isabella Courtenay-Morris are ad students whose chances at an internship and career growth grew slim in this past year's unease. Thankfully, they're helping us understand how they found the energy to co-found Indoor Recess. This summer's critically acclaimed ad competition for students stuck indoors, created alongside founders Clayton Hutton, Emily Gorey, and Joy Darlene. --- Send in a voice messa...

Dec 22, 20201 hr 1 min

#36: B&E Strategy Internship @Terri & Sandy w/Kofi Aidoo

A student of advertising and discipline. Kofi Aidoo gave us a run for our money this week with the way he optimizes his time. He's a part-time strategy intern at award-winning creative agency Terri and Sandy, a full-time senior studying advertising at BYU, and the co-founder of BlindSpot, a social campaign raising cultural and racial awareness on-campus. LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kofi-aidoo/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/enteringad/?hl=en --- Send in a voice message: https://p...

Dec 15, 202049 min

#35: B&E Strategy at Leo Burnett w/Lacey Gilbert (Strategy Director)

Lacey Gilbert is this week's B&E Guest. She's a titan in the advertising industry, specifically Chicago. She's worked at Cramer Krasselt, Havas, Energy BBDO, and now Leo Burnett. If you want to break into strategy at large full-service agencies - sit back, relax, and enjoy this episode. Head over to our Instagram to connect and see Lacey's recommended resources: https://www.instagram.com/enteringad/?hl=en --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/breakenter/message...

Dec 08, 202046 min

#34: B&E Google w/Ross Bessinger (Administrative Business Partner)

This week, we chat with Ross Bessinger, Administrative Business Partner at Google. He shares with us his expertise and experience, as well as a passion for helping young talent. With Ross, your break-in is a listen away. https://www.linkedin.com/in/rossbessinger/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/enteringad/?hl=en --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/breakenter/message

Dec 02, 202059 min

#33: B&E Honest Creativity In VMLY&R w/Roy Milton 2

This week we have an esteemed guest, Roy Milton 2. His bio goes: "Over the course of my career, I've made award-winning 360 advertising campaigns for some of the world’s largest brands. With a proven record of creative leadership, my focus is creating the most engaging brand experience for my clients growth and success. I am also an emerging voice for the next generation of diverse talent and leadership." Check out our Instagram @EnteringAd for more info about this wonderful human! Linkedin: htt...

Nov 24, 202055 min

#32: B&E The Perfect Storm of Branding, Sports and Writing w/Mark St. Amant

Mark St. Amant has worked at agencies like Arnold and Crispin Porter Bogusky. He co-founded Boulder agency Grenadier. And he’s worked with Peyton Manning, Steph Curry and Roy Williams. Learn more about his long and storied career this week on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. If you're a sports fan, strategy-driven, and love a good story - this episode is for you! https://www.markstamant.com/ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/breakenter/message

Nov 17, 202049 min

#31: B&E Link It Black w/Vaibhav Bhanot

VB, co-creator of Link it Black & Employee of Wunderman Thompson, was given the stage this week on the B&E Podcast. He talks us through design, giving back and the inherent prejudice lingering in our industry. Get to know how you can use your own platforms to make a difference through Link it Black. https://www.linkit.black/ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/breakenter/message

Nov 10, 202038 min

#30: B&E Inigo Student Communication Agency W/Mary Ellis

Mary Ellis of Inigo talks about pressure, time-management, and how one becomes a stand-out communication genius on this week’s episode of Breaking & Entering. The firm director of Loyola’s student-run communication agency, she takes on clients like United Airlines and the American Health Association and makes waves with every move. Give her break-in story a listen with this week’s episode. Inigo's Site: https://www.inigocomm.com/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marykathrynellis/ --- Se...

Nov 03, 202045 min

#29: B&E A Meaningful Advertising Career w/Mark Pollard

Mark Pollard of Sweathead talked shop with us this week on ad education, breaking into strategy, and preventing burnout. Mark's a well of dense advice and the knowledge he brings to this week's episode is an arsenal of invaluable resources. Thank you for coming on, Mark! https://www.sweathead.com/ https://www.markpollard.net/about-mark-pollard/ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/breakenter/message

Oct 27, 20201 hr 4 min

#28: B&E Leo Burnett Account Management & Academia w/Rich

Richard Pieczynski, ad professor at Loyola and UIUC and 20 year veteran at Leo Burnett joins us this week for a pragmatic look at networking in the digital world. No face-to-face? No problem. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/breakenter/message

Oct 20, 202046 min

#27: B&E Ogilvy Associate Program w/Alex Minton

This week on Breaking & Entering, Ogilvy talent Alex Minton joins Audrey for an insightful conversation on getting a job and getting it done right. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/breakenter/message

Oct 13, 202051 min

#26: B&E GSD&M + ARGONAUT w/BreakingAD

Welcome to another duo episode. I interview Laura Canzano, ACD @ GSD&M in Austin, and Bre Fern, Senior Copywriter at Argonaut. Both great friends created a visually stunning brand called 'BreakingAD,' which aims to help give practical advice to beginners in the industry.. just like us! They're a delightful, two-woman wrecking crew with a knack for career construction. Their plan is simple: help you help yourself. Come check out how on this week's new episode. Laura's LinkedIn: https://www.li...

Oct 06, 20201 hr

#25: B&E Strategic Planning @The Martin Agency w/Emily Mattice

Emily Mattice might be one of the youngest hires in the history of The Martin Agency (might be). She was hired her second-semester senior year as a strategist for the powerhouse creative agency located in Richmond, Virginia. Listen to hear how she achieved such great heights. LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/emilymattice/ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/breakenter/message

Sep 29, 20201 hr 3 min

#24: B&E Budweiser's Emmy Nominated 'Wassup!' Ad w/Vinny Warren

From Galway, Ireland, Vinny tells incredible stories from his break-in to writing famous Superbowl ads. Currently, Vinny Warren is the Founder & ECD of The Escape Pod Agency in the Windy City, recognized by AdAge as Small Agency of the Year winner in both 2017 & 2019. Vinny's Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/vinnywarren/ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/breakenter/message

Sep 22, 20201 hr 4 min

#23: B&E Advertising w/Natalie Kim

In this episode of the Breaking & Entering Advertising Podcast, I interview Natalie Kim, the founder of We Are Next. We break down Natalie's entrance into advertising and how she started her company. We Are Next: https://we-are-next.com/ Natalie Kim's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/natalieykim/ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/breakenter/message

Sep 15, 20201 hr

#22: B&E Strategy @Wunderman Thompson w/Maggie Suszka

Maggie accepted her first job as an executive assistant for Wunderman Thompson's LA president. Today, she is a full-time strategist helping major clients create culture-changing work. Learn how she made her agency break-in on this B&E episode. Connect with Maggie: https://www.linkedin.com/in/maggiesuszka/ Buchun's Portfolio Site: https://buchunjiang0218.myportfolio.com/ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/breakenter/message

Sep 08, 202052 min

#21: B&E Strategy at TBWA\MAL w/Jayda Hill (AdHustler)

Jayda Hill is a recent graduate from the University of Georgia. Guided by a passion for making change and her love for advertising, Jayda Hill's academic career has come to an end, but her start in advertising is going to be a long and successful chapter of her life. A former MAIP fellow, Jayda, explains her break-in story at TBWA\MAL. Listen for essential tips and tricks - you're going to love this. Her Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jayda-hill/ Buchun's Portfolio: https://buchunjiang021...

Sep 01, 202052 min

#20: B&E the Communications Industry w/Gen Z Expert Mark Beal

Mark Beal is the Generation Z Expert. In this episode, Audrey Nussbaum (our new cohost) interviews Mark Beal, who has over 25 years of PR and marketing experience. He is a professor at Rutgers University in New Jersey. Both confident and optimistic for our generation, it is refreshing to hear great advice for students and recent graduates interested in public relations. Mark's publications: Author: Decoding Gen Z: 101 Lessons Generation Z Will Teach Corporate America, Marketers & Media Autho...

Aug 25, 202041 min

#19: B&E Account Management R/GA w/Stephanie Kim

Stephanie Kim is a Management Supervisor at R/GA in NYC. We have a conversation about what it takes to break into account services and how to thrive in it. Stephanie Kim shares amazing insights as she has worked at some of the country's largest agencies. She discusses transitioning from Chicago to NYC, understanding the creative process from an account perspective, and actionable tips to prevent burnout. This is a great episode for all aspiring advertisers because she knows agency life and how t...

Aug 17, 202053 min

#18: B&E PR w/Expert Larry Brantley

Larry Brantley is the President of Chaloner: an executive search firm specializing in placing mid to senior-level talent. PR, advertising, and other communications careers, Larry is an expert in helping professionals break in and stay in their careers. He knows how to get senior-level talent hired, so you know he has some excellent advice for entry-level people like you and me. You don't want to miss out on Larry's Advice on the latest episode. Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/larrybrantley...

Aug 10, 202044 min

#17: B&E Award-Winning Journalism w/Brian Braiker

Aspiring journalists: Award-winning, Brian Braiker breaks-down his career journey as he walks us through his time at some remarkable organizations. He offers fantastic advice on how he would enter the journalism today if he had to start all over. Creator and former host of Ad Age's AdLib Podcast, it was genuinely great interviewing one of my inspirations. LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brian-braiker-9872493/ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/breakenter/m...

Aug 03, 20201 hr 13 min
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