It’s Not A Game? It’s Gaming!
Are you still exploring to see where your skills fit or align? Look no further, this exciting evening awaits. We know the pressure and how it can often feel intimidating especially when it comes to comparing your interests to what’s out there. Work you created is already done, now what? Find out how others used their work to expand and grow. Discover a whole path within an industry you didn’t think of or yet fully tapped into.
November 19th, The Gradient invites you to an electrifying fireside chat with Drew McWhorter, Associate Director of Product at ZeniMax Online Studios leading product strategy for The Elder Scrolls Online. With an extensive background flowing from advertising with The Marketing Arm and early works with Zynga, Take-Two Interactive to now specializing in live operations and monetization strategy across mobile, console and PC gaming. Drew’s unique foundation gives insight for a path one have yet to create, and he will take you on his journey on how he used certain skills to be in his current role.
The gaming industry is a multi-billion dollar opportunity hiding in plain sight. If you’re a creative, strategist, or marketer considering a shift, this is the moment to make your move.
What you’ll gain: NETWORKING AND JOBS!
Informative discussion with an leading executive in Gaming
Job opportunities in the gaming industry
Transferable skill sets for future opportunities
Real talk about ways to navigate in one industry into the next
Tools to consider and strengthen currently
A great chance to connect with others in similar interests
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📰 Must-Read Articles
Kickstart your month with these quick, insightful reads.
Havas is said to be in early discussions about a deal with WPP. The French company is interested in its U.K. competitor, and private equity firms Apollo and KKR are also interested, according to The Times of London. A senior advertising executive told ADWEEK that the discussions are "very serious" and are focused on how to determine WPP's value. It seems that Havas is considering buying a small part of the company instead of merging completely.
Approximately one-third of Americans engage with podcasts on a weekly basis, either by listening or viewing. However, the auditory landscape of these podcasts is predominantly male. A recent study conducted by researchers at the USC Annenberg Inclusion Initiative reveals a significant gender imbalance, with both podcast hosts and their guests being predominantly male.
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🚀 Opportunities
Want to get your work noticed? Or maybe master a new skill? We've handpicked a selection of awards and programs that can help you shine brighter and achieve your goals. Explore these opportunities and unlock your potential.
Stand out in the competitive advertising and marketing landscape with one of the industry’s highest honors: The Campaign US Agency of the Year Awards. Judged by an esteemed panel of leading brand marketers, these awards celebrate inspiring leadership, creative excellence, outstanding business performance, and the achievements that set both agencies and individuals apart. Open to all advertising, creative, digital, media, marketing, PR, independent, and specialist agencies, the Campaign US Agency of the Year Awards spotlight the best of the best across the industry. Entry deadline today November 17th. With an extended entry deadline November 24th, Apply Now!
The Best in Market Awards celebrate the top products and services in media and entertainment that were launched in 2025 or received major upgrades in the past year. If your company introduced a new product or improved an existing one in 2025 that stood out in the media and entertainment field, these awards are for you. Hosted by TV Tech, TVBEurope, and Radio World, these awards are a great way for businesses to finish the year on a high note and have their product or service recognized as the best in the market for 2025! Entry Deadline November 21st - Enter Now!
For over 30 years, The One Club for Creativity has been helping advertising and design students showcase their talents through competitions. In 2026, the Young Ones event will include the One Show, Art Directors Club, Type Directors Club Student Competitions, and a special Portfolio Competition. These events offer a chance for new creatives in various fields to be recognized. Young Ones is a global competition that encourages students to do their best to earn early career honors. The One Club for Creativity is dedicated to supporting and celebrating artists, designers, writers, technologists, and filmmakers now and in the future. Early Entry Deadline December 12th.
✨More opportunities to explore✨
2026 Ad Age A-List & Creativity List
Final Deadline: December 2nd
🗓 Upcoming Events
Stay ahead with events that matter to you! Whether you’re looking to learn or network, we’ve got something coming up that’s worth your time.
A Gathering Of The World’s Most Influential CIOs, the past few years have been full of promise, with technological advances in AI, robotics, hardware, data and more developing at a rapid pace. Opportunities for growth abound, but these advances also bring with them new risks to navigate, such as novel vectors for cyberattacks and overwhelming hype cycles. How are exceptional CIOs navigating the choppy waters of innovation and positioning their organizations for success over the next decade? Join us as we convene today’s leading CIOs to discuss strategies for seizing opportunities while dodging potential pitfalls in today’s evolving landscape. November 18th, don’t wait too long RSVP now!
Welcome to the new format of ADCE’s annual festival: ADCE Creative Week.
Europe’s most influential creative minds: art directors, designers, and visionaries, come together to celebrate inspiration and innovation. The week features a series of curated activities designed to connect, inspire, and engage every creative profile.
This is where Europe’s creative community celebrates excellence and pushes the boundaries of what’s possible in the industry. November 19th-21st - Register Now!
ADWEEK shifts into high gear this November as we head to Las Vegas during formula racing season. Sports marketing has never been bigger, and we’re bringing together the industry leaders who are in the fast lane to brand growth and peak consumer engagement. Consider ADWEEK House an all-inclusive pit stop to recharge, re-engage, and refuel your creative energies for the year ahead. We’ll keep the pace thrilling and the ideas in the driver’s seat during dynamic Group Chats, curated conversations, and turbocharged networking. November 21st in Las Vegas, Nevada RSVP Here!
Join a global network of doers founders, investors, operators and creators, all driven by the same spirit of building and sharing. This is where meaningful relationships begin, matchmaking is curated by connecting founders, investors, and operators in ways that actually matter. Located in Dubai on November 26th-27th. RSVP now
✨More events to explore✨
Cultivating a CEO/Business Owner Mindset
November 18th
Virtual
Product Marketing Summit 2025
November 19th
Chicago,IL
4As Gaming Day 2025- Microsoft
November 19th
New York,NY
Grand Prix Las Vegas
November 20th
Las Vegas,NV
Transform Your Marketing with AI: Hands-On Workshop Series
November 24th
Virtual
Personalization Summit
November 24th-26th
London,UK
Dazed Media Brand Summit
November 25th
London,UK
AsiaBerlin Summit
November 25th-28th
Berlin,DE
From $0 to $1k: How to Invest Your First $1000
November 26th
Toronto,ON
AI + Brand: Growth Without Limits
November 27th
Toronto, ON
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As the month wraps up, the thrilling journey of self-improvement charges full steam ahead! You're not just sitting around hoping for luck to find you; you're actively shaping your destiny with precision and passion. Every single day is a leap forward, sharpening your work ethic, forging powerful connections, and finally grabbing the recognition you've been dreaming of. While others linger in the background, waiting for their chance, you're fearlessly stepping into the spotlight, buzzing with excitement to engage with your community and showcase your talents at the upcoming events. After months of tireless preparation, the stage is perfectly set for your brilliance to dazzle everyone in the room. Your brand and ideas are ready to capture the world's attention, refusing to fade into obscurity. Keep nurturing them, because they're destined to make an unforgettable impact. You're all set to connect with your community and share your incredible gifts!
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For November keep going to all the events accessible and network your way into your new role. What are you waiting for?
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Over the next year, Roku predicts that 100% of the streaming audience will see ads. For growth marketers in 2026, CTV will remain an important “safe space” as AI creates widespread disruption in the search and social channels. Plus, easier access to self-serve CTV ad buying tools and targeting options will lead to a surge in locally-targeted streaming campaigns.
Read our guide to find out why growth marketers should make sure CTV is part of their 2026 media mix.
