Get Your Next Gig with Career Happy
A seven-week group coaching program created by expert, veteran recruiters specifically for the advertising, marketing and design industry, designed to give you all the tools you need get you your next gig!
NEXT COHORT
To be determined
What People Are Saying
“Before Career Happy, I felt very lost in this sea of sameness regarding career guidance and how to structure a resume/book. Many videos and articles tell you what to do, but end up contradicting each other, and I felt they weren't targeted to my industry/role.
Getting to work with Kathryn, Hillary, and Leslie has been nothing but amazing. Their honest, level-headed insight into how recruitment and the process work from the other end was beyond what I needed.
Within 1 month, I felt so much clarity about who I was as a creator and person. It gave me the language to articulate my story… and I was armed with a resume and portfolio that are focused and sharp. So much so that I was able to leverage offers from 4 different agencies, 2 being large ones that I was never expecting to have conversations with!
If you're thinking of investing in yourself, I couldn't urge you more to take the time to do it with Career Happy!”
— Ruben Delgado, Senior Strategist, Deutsch LA
Who is this program for?
Are you a creative professional in advertising looking for your next gig and not sure where to start?
Tired of trying to bypass the LinkedIn online application abyss?
Have you spent so many hours staring at your portfolio and resume that you’re not sure what you’re looking at anymore?
Are you asking yourself questions like, “do I take out work, or do I need more? Do I just start over?”
Want to get a response from the employers and clients you actually want to work with, but not sure what to say or how to approach them?
Do you have a lot of anxiety when it comes to talking about yourself and your strengths?
Are you looking to get your materials together for a job search or your next career move?
Then this course is for you!
The Details
What is this program?
Get Your Next Gig with Career Happy is a seven-week virtual group coaching program that gives you all the tools you need to get the job you want – from networking and outreach strategies to portfolio best practices to put your best foot forward.
What will I get?
Real insights and candid conversations from industry recruiters and coaches with over 25 years in the business, who know advertising and know creatives
Guided steps on how to improve and optimize your portfolio, resume and LinkedIn
Worksheets, templates, insider tips and easy outlines to help you network like a pro and feel great and anxiety-free doing it
A community of support and encouragement along the way so you never feel alone in your process (breakout rooms, interactive classes, Slack group)
An authentic, human and empathetic approach facilitated by Hillary, Leslie and Kathryn as well as expert guest speakers
Q&A on all things recruitment & career from industry experts
What are the details?
Class Dates: TBD
Meeting Time: Meeting weekly via Zoom for 7 weeks (typically Wednesdays at 6-7:30pm EST)
10+ hours of coaching & education
All sessions will be recorded so you have access if you miss one
A Slack Group for any questions and to support community
Connection: We will provide opportunities for you to connect with your peers for additional support through group discussions, small group/one-on-one breakout rooms, additional peer-led community nights (networking, portfolio review) and accountability partners
How are we different?
Coaching and education – though part of our program is sharing highly relevant, current industry expertise, we also cater to the whole person, including honing in on your personal story and mindset as you journey through the process
Industry specific – we have been in advertising for over 25 years and know what gatekeepers look for, and some of us have personally been in the roles you’re looking for as creatives
Real people & real stories – we share real-life stories and examples so you know you can do this too!
Keep it simple – we share simple, actionable advice that makes the process easy and seamless
Fun & authentic – we approach this work with humor, humility and fun!
A little preview of what it’s like in class with us:
What is the curriculum?
WEEK 1: Intro + Personal Brand
WEEK 2: Strategic Job/Opportunity Searching & Research - where I want to go next
WEEK 3: Portfolio Development
WEEK 4: LinkedIn Best Practices & Resume Optimization
WEEK 5: Networking Like a Pro
WEEK 6: Interview Skills & Etiquette
WEEK 7: Recruiter Q&A and Group Showcase
What is the cost?
PROGRAM COST: $500
This program offers you 10+ hours of instruction over 7 sessions (plus networking events and a peer portfolio review) at a rate of $70 per class. This is a 80% discount on typical 1×1 coaching services!
*Note: Payment plan option available: 2 payments of $250.
Just want to attend one class?
SINGLE CLASS PASS: $99
You will receive access to the workshop and all materials for your selected class, as well as our Slack group. Let us know which class you are most interested in!
Not sure this is for you but want to support others?
Donate to our scholarship fund! All donated funds will go towards scholarship spots for one-on-one coaching and group coaching for selected applicants who demonstrate a strong desire and need for coaching.
Frequently Asked Questions
Since it’s a group, will I get individualized attention?
Yes! We are capping this program at 20 people, so space is limited! Our group will remain small and intimate. If you attend live, you can ask questions and participate throughout the sessions. Our sessions are always engaging, fun and a conversation — not a lecture. If you miss an in-person session, you can ask questions via our Slack channel, and there will be an entire session devoted to completion and Q&A.
If you want to guarantee individualized attention, you can purchase a Power Hour session from one of our coaches.
Is this program open to talent of all levels?
Yes! We’ve had all kinds of participants before — from someone freshly out of school to seasoned creatives who are relaunching their careers after time away from the industry. We’ve also had people who are transitioning into something new, or pivoting into a new discipline.
Will I leave each session with action steps, and should I expect to do some work outside of class?
Yes! Each week at the end of class we will share next suggested next steps and worksheets to help you move forward in your process. That’s where the coaching element comes in, and it’s our way of holding you accountable to yourself and your goals. You’ll get the most out of this program if you set aside some time outside of class to take action. On average if you choose to follow along, it might look like 1-2 hours per week.
Will there be opportunities to connect with the other program members?
Yes! As much as we are here to teach you the best practices we know, this program wouldn’t be what it is without the community of professionals who are part of our cohorts. In our virtual sessions, we will have live group discussions as well as breakout rooms where you can connect in small groups and one-on-one. There will also be a few community nights for you to connect with one another virtually, and we will pair/trio you up with community members to help hold you accountable throughout the program, and also discuss challenges or celebrations with each other for additional support.
What’s a typical week like in the program?
We’ll have our 1.5 hour live class. Then you’ll receive that week’s class recording, slides and worksheets via email. You might have a call with your accountability partner in the group to check in, and also spend a few hours working on your materials (portfolio update, writing a bio, practicing your elevator pitch.) You may attend an additional community night or connect with your cohort on Slack as well.
What People Are Saying
Before the program, I had a lack of confidence in how I presented myself when applying for jobs. Career Happy helped me to inject my personality in my professional documents to set me apart from other qualified candidates. Now I feel more confidence in my skills and experience and how I can present that to potential employers. I loved the wealth of experience and real-life anecdotes to go with them. Takes an abstract concept and makes it easy to understand and determine how that can apply to us as individuals.
— Jessica G., Senior Art Director/Designer
Before starting this course, I wondered if there was still room in the industry for someone with my profile. It gave me a bit more confidence in myself and my worth professionally. I also found the job hunting tips invaluable. After this program, I realized I kind of like job hunting. Plus, the real-world insider tips from legit recruiters were eye-opening and useful, as were Kathryn's mindfulness techniques, particularly about settling oneself before emailing contacts.
— K.K., Creative Director/Copywriter
My website and brand badly needed attention when I started. This program helped me with upgrading my website, email signature, linked in page, “about” blurbs, and headshot, and working through the elevator pitch description was a big “ah-ha” for me and it provided a new perspective for my career path. I loved the thought that went into the presentation and structure, plus so many helpful tips!