Date: Tue, 7. February 2012 08:17:35

Freelancing can be tricky. If it's something you do on the side, you don't want it to consumer every waking minute of your spare time. If it's your full time job, you need to figure out taxes, healthcare and a whole lot more. We get a lot of questions about freelancing here at About.com's Advertising channel. Here are the answers to the top six questions. And if you're in the mood for some career tips, read this article on assembling spec work.Freelancing FAQs - What You Need To Know originally appeared on About.com Advertising on Tuesday, January 31st, 2012 at 09:43:32.Permalink | Comment | Email this

Date: Wed, 30. November 2011 08:12:29

Or his work? His legacy? Maybe you should. There's a brief (too brief for his stellar career) summary right here. If you can, buy his new book Sorry For The Lobsters. It's a gold mine of wisdom.Do You Know Neil French? originally appeared on About.com Advertising on Wednesday, November 16th, 2011 at 13:38:25.Permalink | Comment | Email this

Date: Wed, 28. December 2011 08:12:41

The jury is out, but I'd say they're strong contenders. Click image for enlargement. Most Offensive Ads Ever? originally appeared on About.com Advertising on Sunday, December 11th, 2011 at 22:22:01.Permalink | Comment | Email this

Date: Thu, 22. December 2011 08:12:35

First up, the BEST documentary about advertising that's ever been made. Art &  Copy. I try and watch it every few months just to remind me why I do what I do. Also, check out Objectified and The September Issue. Both stellar movies.Watch These Documentaries. Please. originally appeared on About.com Advertising on Monday, November 28th, 2011 at 14:37:50.Permalink | Comment | Email this

Date: Mon, 30. January 2012 08:12:38

I see people shaking their heads, wondering what's happening in a meeting. I hear people complain. I hear weird jargon. I see and hear a lot of animosity. Just remember, something drew you to this profession, it's a great one, and it can always be better. Don't Forget Why You Do This... originally appeared on About.com Advertising on Monday, January 9th, 2012 at 10:41:44.Permalink | Comment | Email this

Date: Thu, 12. January 2012 08:12:03

Image courtesy of TeamStickerGiant Ahh, the puns fly on this, one of the last days of 2011. With 2012 just around the corner, and a grueling election year ahead, it seems apt that we should look back on the roots of modern political ads. Where did they come from, when did the attack ads come about, and who were the big players? Find out right here. And to all of you, I wish a very happy and prosperous 2012.A (Very) Brief History of US Political Ads. I Hope. originally appeared on About.com Advertising on Saturday, December 31st, 2011 at 00:14:43.Permalink | Comment | Email this

Date: Thu, 5. May 2011 08:07:57

Image courtesy of JoeFlintham We all know the big contenders. The One Show. The Cannes Lions. The D&AD. But if I were to list all of the award shows currently out there, this would be one very long blog entry. Many people say that advertising awards are pointless, because they have become ceremonies to award clever thinking, not great advertising. And yes, there's a difference. Others say that advertising awards are essential, as they help agencies attract new clients. For the creatives, it's a way to legitimize months of hard work on a campaign. What do you think? Are awards just there to polish egos and make money? Or are they important? Check as many boxes as you want below, and then see the results.

Date: Mon, 28. November 2011 08:12:25

At least. You should really own it. But if you can't own it, watch it, rent it, do what you need to do. The About.com review is right here, a full 5 out of 5. It's not a new movie, it's a few years old now, but who cares? The BEST movie on advertising ever made. Period.You Need To Watch Art & Copy originally appeared on About.com Advertising on Monday, November 14th, 2011 at 16:58:30.Permalink | Comment | Email this

Date: Thu, 10. November 2011 08:18:30

I have many heroes in the world of advertising. One of the team I admire the most is Tom Carty & Walter Campbell, a powerhouse of creativity who are responsible for some of the greatest ads ever made. Read more about them here, and see examples of their work. Tom Carty & Walter Campbell. Praise be. originally appeared on About.com Advertising on Friday, October 21st, 2011 at 15:45:55.Permalink | Comment | Email this

Date: Wed, 12. August 2009 20:39:29

French advertising company Publicis Groupe SA has agreed to buy Microsoft Corp.'s digital advertising firm Razorfish in a move to boost its share of advertising on the Web, according to a joint statement released Sunday.