Career Path - Oct07

1. First job ever?

Believe it or not, a Cricket coach for girls Under 12s - that was the toughest job of all!

2. First job in advertising?

At the agency where I went to collect my small cheque for a modelling assignment. Whilst waiting, I decided advertising would be a fun job for me. So I applied and joined them as a trainee with no salary. It's now been 18 years, I'm still having fun but getting paid for it.

3. Best job?

As an account manager where my client, a jeans company, was based in another city. I got to travel and wear the latest designs for free.

4. Perks of your current job?

Having a job that I feel excited about each morning.

5. Worst job?

Thankfully it was for a very short period for a CRM company - I decided to move on.

6. Advertising professionals you admire?

David Ogilvy and Bill Bernbach whom I have never met but was exposed to their amazing work. They did advertising on their terms (and had their own names on the door).

7. Best career advice you've been given?

Everybody has a creative side so show yours in whatever you do.

8. Why a career in advertising?

Because it's full of surprises and you never get bored doing the same thing all the time.

9. If you weren't in advertising what would you be?

In the movie business.

10. How do you wind down?

Taking a walk to Fort Canning with my two kids and my dog. Watching them play is pure joy.

Raju Subba

CEO

Grey Singapore