Comments on: 8 Staffing Agencies That Love Creatives

By: Steph Auteri

Steph Auteri — Wed, 30 Jun 2010 22:40:45 +0000

Hey there Liz – From what I’ve seen, most agencies use a mix of on-site and remote workers (though most of the gigs Artisan has contacted me for were on-site). Have you considered becoming a virtual assistant? I know that some of the VA sites out there are looking for people who can do copywriting and the like.

By: Liz

Liz — Thu, 24 Jun 2010 10:29:44 +0000

Interesting article. Does anyone know any agencies that use remote workers? I’m based in the UK but experienced dealing with UK and US English and have a client base over the two countries. Is there a call for people like me within agencies? Thanks for any input you might have!

By: Amy

Amy — Mon, 19 Oct 2009 15:29:45 +0000

I worked with Aquent for three years. They have good benefits, for a creative agency, and I was treated well. I would work with them again.

By: Steph Auteri

Steph Auteri — Thu, 20 Nov 2008 02:47:59 +0000

@Sharon: You keep very busy in general!

Looks like I’ll be seeing you tomorrow! Until then…

By: Sharon Potsch

Sharon Potsch — Mon, 17 Nov 2008 14:29:09 +0000

Hi Steph,

Oh great! I’m so glad that you’re coming in to get registered with us. In addition to writing Artisan’s marketing collateral (brochure copy and website copy), I am also our blog director so I write many of Artisan’s blog posts, etc., it’s a great creative outlet for me. Outside of work, I am a contributing writer to a car club publication called “Roundel” (I know, it’s my goofy fascination with BMWs), and I’m working on a book for new mothers as I’m the proud mother of an 11-month old daughter. So, I keep very busy writing I’ll stop and say hi when you come in to see us!

By: Steph Auteri

Steph Auteri — Sun, 16 Nov 2008 05:45:43 +0000

Hello there Sharon! Thank you for the kind words. I’d love to see some of what you’re working on yourself when you’re not helping the rest of us find jobs.

Funnily enough, I just received an e-mail from one of your associates just last night, and may be coming in at some point this week to discuss open positions. I’d love to meet you as well if you’re around and available.

By: Sharon Potsch

Sharon Potsch — Sun, 16 Nov 2008 02:57:17 +0000

Hi Steph,

Thank you for mentioning Artisan on your blog. I like the posts you’ve contributed to Modern Materialist! I’m proud to have our agency referenced among this list of agencies you mention. You’re a great writer and as a writer myself, I think it’s awesome that you’ve “survived” a year freelancing If you are ever looking for additional representation, I’d love to work with you! Despite the “slow” economy, I’m proud to say that Artisan is doing great and now is a wonderful time for freelancers to start getting affiliated with agencies, preparing and updating their portfolios, and getting relationships established. I do hope to hear from you!
Sharon Potsch
Talent Representative, Artisan

By: Judi Wunderlich

Judi Wunderlich — Wed, 12 Nov 2008 14:32:12 +0000

Hi Steph -

Thanks for the nice mention! Lots of freelance professionals work through staffing firms like Aquent – and we even offer benefits like medical, dental and vision insurance, paid holidays, 401k, etc.

Things are slow right now in the creative field everywhere in the country, understandably so since creative is often tied with marketing and advertising, both areas that get put on hold during a recession. But we’re confident that after the new year things will be hopping again!

Regards,

Judi Wunderlich
Director – Strategic Initiatives
A Q U E N T
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Chicago, IL 60661
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By: Susan Johnston

Susan Johnston — Tue, 11 Nov 2008 22:04:10 +0000

Steph, I had some creative staffing firms to share with you, but then I realized they don’t do business in your area (for instance, Digital People, Hollister, and Professional Staffing Group). I’ll have to look into Atrium Staffing, since they have a Boston office. I’ve met with people at several creative staffing firms, but so far nothing has been the right fit. You should set up a profile on CreativeHotList.com. It skews towards web designers and the like, but I’ve gotten headhunted by a few staffing firms through CHL.