Building a creative team isn’t as simple as “hire a designer and go.” Between the rise of freelance culture, hybrid work, and ever-shifting budgets, creative leaders are asking one big question: Should we bring in freelancers, contractors, or hire full-time employees? The truth: there’s no one-size-fits-all answer. It depends on ...more +
3 months ago
When people think of Fortune 500 companies, they often imagine massive budgets, endless resources, and partnerships with equally massive recruiting firms. But here’s the truth: the biggest brands in the world don’t always work with the biggest agencies. At M+P, we know this firsthand. Some of the world’s most recognized ...more +
4 months ago
Hiring creative and marketing talent can feel like raking leaves in a windstorm. Just when you think you’re done, another pile blows in. One minute you’re scrambling to fill a role for a product launch; the next you’re knee-deep in portfolios wondering if that slick designer is actually a team ...more +
5 months ago
Finding the right creative and marketing staffing partner can feel a bit like dating - there are a lot of options, a lot of promises, and a lot riding on your decision. The stakes? Your brand’s reputation, your team’s sanity, and your bottom line. Whether you're a startup seeking flexibility ...more +
6 months ago
Let’s address the algorithm in the room. AI is here, it’s loud, and it just learned how to draw hands—kind of. In the span of a few quarters, the creative world has gone from “That’s cute” to “Is my job next?” faster than you can say “prompt engineering.” But let’s ...more +
7 months ago
Hey, you. Yes, you with 47 unused PTO hours sitting in your HR portal like a forgotten salad in the back of the fridge. Let’s talk. You’ve been grinding. Showing up, turning out, keeping deadlines on track and clients semi-sane. You’ve made it through budgeting season, pitch season, “Can we ...more +
8 months ago