Breaking and Entering Advertising Podcast

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...

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.spot...

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

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

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 y...

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/br...

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/bre...

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

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...

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 t...

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...

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...

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...

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/bria...

The American Advertising Federation was established in 1905 and today consists of over 5,000 students and tens of thousands of professionals. The courageous leader of it all? Steve Pacheco. A Memphis-Man, Steve reminisces his college days to discussing his management and oversight of 12 Superbowl commercials. His dedication to students and the industry is unmatched. If you're interested in adverti...

Audrey Nussbaum is currently in the middle of her advertising break-in. Audrey had a comprehensive college career with three internships, including one at FCB Chicago. A benchmark for the 2020 class, Audrey is seeking full-time opportunities while attending Ogilvy's online academy, and WPP's NextGen leadership program. Audrey's Personal Website: https://audreynussbaum.com/about Buchun's Portfolio:...

After finding success in his self-started clothing line in LA, Justin had to continue his business or continue his education. His north star the entire time? Creative communications.  Today, Justin is the host of the ADcademics Podcast & Community Manager at Deutsch LA- ADcademics is one of the podcasts that inspired me to start B&E. He's a pro at podcasting, and his break-in scheme is one for the...

Steve Raquel is an Adjunct Lecturer at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. We dive back early in his career as he managed to combine his passion for sports and advertising.  Early in his career, Steve was able to break into the Olympic Village and work with a global brand that we all know and McLove. Steve's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/steveraquel/ --- Send in a voice message...

Devin Riley is a rising senior at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. For the first time in a while, Devin Riley is NOT an advertising major. He studies media and cinema with a PR Minor. Devin broke into one of the best agencies in the world with one of the best clients in the world... listen to hear his advice on the Breaking & Entering Podcast. Devin's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin....

Laurie Mellon is the Senior Vice President of Talent Programs at Publicis Health. As an alumni of their program, it was amazing to catch up with her. A fantastic internship program, we talk about their new online academy and we gloss over interview tips and tricks to elevate your job search game.  Publicis Health Internship: https://publicishealth.com/internship-program --- Send in a voice message...

Walker Post and Alex Littleton talk about the Covid-19 Business Fellowship Program. Around 50 days ago, they had a zoom hangout call and a few beers. Their story goes from that call to creating a full-fledged pro-bono business that solves two issues. They noticed that students are struggling to find internships and work experience. As well, companies are struggling all around Illinois. The solutio...

David Hood is a junior copywriter at Geometry Global in Chicago. Geometry is a creative commerce agency with large clients like Ikea and Maserati. David shares his break-in story and offers advice to students and recent grads on how to write your way into advertising. David's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-hood/ Buchun's Portfolio: https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-hood/ --- Send in a...

Shachar Meron is an expert in copywriting, branding, strategy, and teaching, from cartooning in his college classes to consulting for large brands. His break-in and entry of the ad industry is a story of persistence, which is the new requirement for today's recent graduates. Shachar is the gatekeeper between students and graduating on time, and his connection can do big things for you if you happe...

Griffin Barra is one of the most relevant guests I've had on the show. An account manager at MiQ, he specializes in selling programmatic to the company's Chinese brands. Listen to his advice on how to succeed in the digital media realm on the Breaking & Entering podcast. A fantastic guy to add to your network. LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/griffinbarra/  MiQ Site: http://www.wearemiq.com/...

David Burn is an industry veteran that created an advertising publication called Adpulp back in 2004. Adpulp articles analyze ads the right way: written by advertisers for advertisers. David is looking for eager young writers recently out of college to debut their talent on Adpulp today. For your creative break into the ad industry, it is a no-brainer to reach out to David Burn. Emerging Voices Pr...