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Ad Agencies at a Crossroads: Why Some Are Shedding Jobs While Others Are Scaling Up

While legacy holding groups cut costs and consolidate, a new generation of independent and tech-forward agencies is expanding reshaping the future of advertising talent.

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Jul 28, 2025
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The advertising industry is in the midst of a structural upheaval. While overall ad spend continues to grow, agency employment is moving in the opposite direction. Holding companies are shedding staf…

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