More Women, Flat Wages: How the Ad Industry Evolved In 2024
Briefly

Despite rising advertising expenditures, the U.S. advertising and public relations sector has seen minimal job growth, with only 3,900 new positions from January 2019 to December 2024. While overall employment figures have not changed significantly, the demographic makeup of the workforce has evolved, with women increasingly occupying roles in the industry, constituting 55% of the workforce by 2024, up from 51% in 2019. This shift indicates a changing landscape within the industry, highlighting gender representation amidst stagnant job growth.
Although the increase in advertisement spending seems promising, the stability in job numbers within the advertising industry raises questions about employment trends in this sector.
Interestingly, the workforce demographics have shifted significantly, with women representing 55% of the industry now, compared to 51% in 2019, reflecting evolving gender dynamics.
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