Comments on: Why I would rather Hire an Ad Agency http://www.versacreations.net/advertising/231/why-i-would-rather-hire-an-ad-agency/ Build Success through Smart Marketing! Thu, 20 Nov 2008 11:12:57 +0000 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.6.2 By: Calvin Warr http://www.versacreations.net/advertising/231/why-i-would-rather-hire-an-ad-agency/#comment-875 Calvin Warr Fri, 14 Mar 2008 02:48:55 +0000 http://www.versacreations.net/advertising/231/why-i-would-rather-hire-an-ad-agency/#comment-875 Well, Matt, it is committed professionals like you that every company hopes to find, but many fail to. It is hard to tell just by looking at a portfolio. And it is only over time, as you work with each other that you can tell who is in it for the long haul. All I am saying is, with an agency, usually, they are in it for the long haul due to the investments made and the time taken to build up the infrastructure. And processes, these are important. :) Well, Matt, it is committed professionals like you that every company hopes to find, but many fail to. It is hard to tell just by looking at a portfolio. And it is only over time, as you work with each other that you can tell who is in it for the long haul. All I am saying is, with an agency, usually, they are in it for the long haul due to the investments made and the time taken to build up the infrastructure. And processes, these are important. :)

]]> By: Matt Keegan http://www.versacreations.net/advertising/231/why-i-would-rather-hire-an-ad-agency/#comment-871 Matt Keegan Thu, 13 Mar 2008 14:48:46 +0000 http://www.versacreations.net/advertising/231/why-i-would-rather-hire-an-ad-agency/#comment-871 Some good points comparing the freelancer with the agency shop, but I will say this: as a freelancer, I am around for the long haul. Unlike some who dabble in this area of work, I have waded in -- in fact, I'm in over my head! Some good points comparing the freelancer with the agency shop, but I will say this: as a freelancer, I am around for the long haul. Unlike some who dabble in this area of work, I have waded in — in fact, I’m in over my head!

]]> By: Calvin Warr http://www.versacreations.net/advertising/231/why-i-would-rather-hire-an-ad-agency/#comment-866 Calvin Warr Fri, 07 Mar 2008 11:17:57 +0000 http://www.versacreations.net/advertising/231/why-i-would-rather-hire-an-ad-agency/#comment-866 Thanks Solomon, Laura. Actually, I do believe that everyone will have some kind of system in place, otherwise, they could not function as a business (hint: beware the clueless freelancer, or agency even!). Maybe the correct point of view would be to work with someone who has a good track record. Whether freelancer or agency, happy clients, strong testimonials and a good history of excellence are definitely clear indications of a good partner to work with. Thanks for the jolt, Laura! Thanks Solomon, Laura. Actually, I do believe that everyone will have some kind of system in place, otherwise, they could not function as a business (hint: beware the clueless freelancer, or agency even!). Maybe the correct point of view would be to work with someone who has a good track record. Whether freelancer or agency, happy clients, strong testimonials and a good history of excellence are definitely clear indications of a good partner to work with. Thanks for the jolt, Laura!

]]> By: Laura Spencer http://www.versacreations.net/advertising/231/why-i-would-rather-hire-an-ad-agency/#comment-865 Laura Spencer Fri, 07 Mar 2008 00:59:18 +0000 http://www.versacreations.net/advertising/231/why-i-would-rather-hire-an-ad-agency/#comment-865 You make some good points Calvin. I do think an experienced freelancer will also have a system in place. One of the biggest benefits that I see an agency offering is in the amount of resources that they have. Usually, there is more than one individual so you can benefit from interplay of various ideas. You make some good points Calvin.

I do think an experienced freelancer will also have a system in place.

One of the biggest benefits that I see an agency offering is in the amount of resources that they have. Usually, there is more than one individual so you can benefit from interplay of various ideas.

]]> By: Solomon http://www.versacreations.net/advertising/231/why-i-would-rather-hire-an-ad-agency/#comment-864 Solomon Thu, 06 Mar 2008 17:32:23 +0000 http://www.versacreations.net/advertising/231/why-i-would-rather-hire-an-ad-agency/#comment-864 Hi Calvin! A great insight indeed! I wonder if that is the case why many great art/copy pros quit big agencies and set up their own shops? We witness many a pros going solo or have their own no to so big set-ups. As you said, the agencies sure come to the rescue in an unfortunate situation. But the long working hours take a toll, besides those nagging ego hassles. Otherwise, it's always fun to be with a great team. Great post and it's a pleasure reading it. Thanks a lot! Hi Calvin!
A great insight indeed! I wonder if that is the case why many great art/copy pros quit big agencies and set up their own shops? We witness many a pros going solo or have their own no to so big set-ups.
As you said, the agencies sure come to the rescue in an unfortunate situation. But the long working hours take a toll, besides those nagging ego hassles. Otherwise, it’s always fun to be with a great team.
Great post and it’s a pleasure reading it. Thanks a lot!

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