Omnicom Summer School

Omnicom Summer School Accomodation

Evening,

This is a post to let you know details of the accomodation for the Summer School. We have hired some of UCL's student accomodation near Great Portland St tube.

The address is Schafer House, 168-182 Drummond St, London, NW1 3HZ. Map Here

You won't need to bring anything to the accomodation - towels, linen etc is provided. It is self catering and there are lots of cafes near by, should you get hungry. When you arrive, please go to the office and get a key to your room. The office is open 24hrs, but if you want to leave your bags in your room before coming to the Summer School, feel free (just don't be late for the Summer School!).

Otherwise you can leave your bags at Omnicom and check in after the networking drinks.

Omnicom offices are at 239 Old Marylebone Rd, London, NW1 5QT. Map Here.

Have a good weekend,

Steve

Agenda for Summer School

Afternoon all,

We have finalised the agenda for both days of the Summer School, including titles of presentations and speakers. You should be able to download them both here:

Download agenda_day_1.doc

Download agenda_day_2.doc

So now you know what is happening!

In the evening of Day One we have organised an informal networking evening for everyone in a venue near Omnicom HQ. Basically this is an opportunity for you to get to know each other a bit more and chat to people from some of the agencies who have presented and some others who weren't able to, but who are very keen to talk to talented graduates.

This means it will be quite a long day, but worth it hopefully.

We will be sending round final details (maps/directions etc) in due course. In the meantime I would point you all to the Omnicom Summer School group on Facebook, which you should all join and say hello to each other ahead of the School.

Have a good weekend one and all, here's hoping for good weather.

Steve

Omnicom Summer School - The Final Line Up

With the close of the deadline, we can also reveal the final line up for the Omnicom Summer School 2007. We have added two global PR agencies to the already extensive list of agencies taking part - Ketchum and Fleishman Hillard.

The final line up looks like this:

DEADLINE CLOSED

Thanks for all your applications. The deadline is now closed - we will be working feverishly to select the best, based on CV and the communications essay.

Based on the amount of applications we have received, we anticipate offering around 40 places for the summer school.

We really will try and let everyone know as soon as possible whether they have been successful or not - apologies for any delay.

Many thanks,

Steve Roest

UPDATE - More agencies confirmed

In addition to the agencies I listed last week, the following agencies will also be taking part in the Summer School:

AMV BBDO - One of the world's most celebrated advertising agencies, part of the BBDO network that has just been awarded 'Network of the Year' at the Advertising Awards in Cannes. They work with brands such as Walkers, Pepsi, Sainsbury's, Royal Mail (to name but a few)

PHD - The first strategic media agency when it launched well over a decade ago, 3 x Agency of the Year in 2005, now expanding rapidally across the globe. Home of some of the most pioneering and innovative thinking in the industry

Again, there are links to their sites on the left - have a look through what they say about themselves, their clients and the work they have done.

The list of agencies taking part in this Summer School is now very impressive - all of the agencies involved are very big industry players and almost all have a global presence.

You will not get another opportunity to interact with such a large number of the world's best agencies across such a wide range of industry fields - don't miss out, apply now! 

UPDATE - Summer School Agencies

Thank you for all your applications, they have made very good reading.

With 10 days to go until the deadline closes, we can confirm the first agencies that will be taking part in the Summer School. The agenda is being finalised as we speak, but these agencies will be joined by a number of others over the next week or so.

Agency.com - Market leading global digital agency, who are at the forefront of digital advertising

Claydon Heeley - Multi award winning direct marketing agency, who are experts in connecting brands with consumers

Interbrand - Global brand consultancy, who are responsible for the creation of some of the most talked about brands of our generation

Paling Walters - Global Heathcare advertising experts. Healthcare advertising is a huge and exciting area of advertising you may not be aware of

Their websites are all on the left - have a look, explore their work, study their client lists and think about what issues they face now and may face in the future.

More information will follow shortly!

Steve Roest

First and Best Chance

 

Being talented means you are afflicted with a fear of being mediocre; of being 75 years old and looking back on your life with nothing more than an overwhelming sense of ambivalence.

If you want to take the first steps towards making sure you can look back in old age on a glittering career in the most creative, dynamic but demanding of industries, you should apply for the Omnicom Summer School.

Omnicom are offering you a 2 day residential Masterclass in Advertising and Communications on 30th and 31st August 2007.

It is going to be an intense few days. Some of the best agencies in the world will give you an overview of every major aspect of the industry. Some of the most talented young stars from the industry will take you through workshops designed to develop crucial industry skills. Add to this advice from some wise old hands and you will be in great shape for making an impact in this industry.

In short, this is your first and best chance to get a unique insight into this industry before you start thinking about jobs.

If you are going into your final year at university and want to apply, email your cv and a short essay (no more than 400 words) to Steve Roest at [email protected]. Your essay should answer the following question:

What is your favourite piece of communications?

Why is it your favourite? What elements of it are particularly strong? What do you think the aim of the communication is? Was it part of a wider campaign? If so, what role did it play?

This piece of communication doesn't have to be a TV ad; think about radio, posters, stunts, experiences, pr, direct marketing, mobile and last but not least, online. 

Closing date for applications: June 30th 2007 Extended to 7th July!

Date of Event: 30th and 31st August

Location: London - Omnicom will be paying for your accomodation

More things to note: You can ask any questions you have as comments - we will respond to the comments left here which means everyone can benefit from the answers.

On the left, you will find an ever growing list of agencies that are involved with the Summer School - check out their websites, their clients, their work as you may be spending quite a bit of time with them.

Finally, there are some links to some useful sites for people interested in learning more about communications.

Good Luck!