Verge

18/10/2021

Venue update! October 19th, 5-7PM, we will be at Legends Bar & Grill! There will be free food, swag, and lots of networking.

06/10/2021

Who is ready for homecoming weekend!Student tickets are available on the UIUC homecoming page. Go Illini! #2021

24/09/2021

Meet the team! A big welcome to the team for the 2021-2022 school year. Check out the link in our bio to learn more about our mission!

23/09/2021

Want to learn more about study abroad within the advertising program? Check out the link in our bio to read more about a students experience in Pamplona, Spain.

27/05/2021

If you are looking for ways to feel connected in the fast-paced Advertising industry, don't hesitate to join Verge this Fall here at UIUC! We are here to answer all your questions, and help you help others.
If you or someone you know is interested in becoming part of Verge, please contact us. We are looking for creative students to fill roles this upcoming semester.

Contact us:
[email protected]

For more information:
https://www.vergeillinois.com/

What is Verge? Verge is a website created to help Advertising students find answers.

14/05/2021

If you’re still figuring out your classes for next semester, you’re in luck! Click the link below to check out media elective options which will help you fill requirements!

https://www.vergeillinois.com/media-electives-for-you

12/05/2021

Online interviews can be tricky to navigate: be it for a job or an internship. Lighting, backgrounds, etc. make all the difference. Want more tips? Click the link below to watch the full video!
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1i80crvqEtiwidJIdWMySL9mNmopj7Pau/view?usp=sharing

10/05/2021

SEO, or search engine optimization, is the process of improving your site to make it more easily discoverable for relevant users. It creates better visibility = more attention, which is what advertisers really want. Swipe left to learn more about it!

07/05/2021

As an Editorial Intern, you’ll write social copy, support digital content production, and pitch stories all aligning with REI’s content strategy. Interested? Click the link for more information and to apply: https://www.vergeillinois.com/internships

05/05/2021

After graduation, getting a full-time job isn't the only option. Sometimes taking an internship is the way to go. Click the link below to get advice from an alumni who took an internship post-grad!
https://www.vergeillinois.com/takinganinternshipaftergraduation

03/05/2021

Classic ads, new ads.... there are so many wonderful ones out there that have made an impact and/or make you feel something. Which is at the top of your list?

30/04/2021

Click the link below to learn what ADV 460 is really like. This course is required for all advertising majors, and it dives into digital advertising.

https://www.vergeillinois.com/adv-460

28/04/2021

Merkle is looking for someone who can develop and maintain media plans and has strong analytical and problem-solving skills! If you are interested in an assistant media planner job, click the link below to apply!
https://www.vergeillinois.com/job-board

26/04/2021

Check out these resources to find your paths, build your networks, and advance professionally!

23/04/2021

Click the link below to apply for an internship at Tinder! You will be responsible for tasks, like looking at trends in dating, tech, marketing, and Gen Z culture, working on a personal project throughout the year, and helping the Comms team in planning and executing media strategies.
https://www.vergeillinois.com/internships

21/04/2021

Tik Tok has been one of the fastest-growing platforms in the last few years. Click the link below to read about why it has been heavily used by advertisers!
https://www.vergeillinois.com/tik-tok-takeover

19/04/2021

Did you know that the "G" in "Goodwill" is zoomed in and cropped to form a smiling face? This is because giving (and saving) should make you happy!

16/04/2021

It's a stressful time as we're looking for internships. Click the link below to read a list of things you can do if you don't get that internship (or things to do on the side if you do).
https://www.vergeillinois.com/why-not-getting-a-summer-internship-is-okay

14/04/2021

To welcome the new football season in Europe, Pizza Hut created a campaign for football fans stuck at home because of the pandemic. This fully playable football table integrated into the pizza box lid helps to lift spirits and remind fans that football and pizza pair perfectly together!

12/04/2021

Click the link below to fill out the registration form to get the Zoom meeting ID, password, and link. Everyone who attends our virtual alumni panel, Connections + Directions, will be entered to win prizes, such as a $25 Amazon gift card!
https://illinois.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZMkde2sqD0uGdVcB9vaI64lV76jLqGVmkhI

09/04/2021

The Master's in Strategic Brand Communication program at UIUC is looking for someone to run its social media, finding insightful articles to share, developing content, and posting at least five times a week. Click the link below to apply! The deadline is Sunday, April 11.

https://www.vergeillinois.com/job-board

07/04/2021

We're excited to announce the alumni panelists for our virtual event, Connections + Directions! Fill out the registration form linked below to get the Zoom meeting ID, password, and link so you can network with former students and learn about how they got to where they are today!
https://illinois.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZMkde2sqD0uGdVcB9vaI64lV76jLqGVmkhI

05/04/2021

Branding is about personal connections and human emotions. Think about how you want to make your customers feel - they will talk, you want it to be positive.

02/04/2021

We've been virtual for a little over a year now. This is the new normal. Click the link below to dive deeper into how being online has changed how we interact with others!
https://www.vergeillinois.com/virtual-events

31/03/2021

If you're designing anything from magazines to flyers, Adobe InDesign is for you! Swipe left to dive deeper into it and learn more!

29/03/2021

Join us on Thursday, April 15th from 7-8 p.m. CST to hear from our alumni panel and get the opportunity to network with former students who have been in your shoes before and learn about how they got to where they are today. Click the link below to register for the event and attend to be entered to win prizes, such as a swag bag and a $25 Amazon gift card!
https://illinois.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZMkde2sqD0uGdVcB9vaI64lV76jLqGVmkhI

26/03/2021

If you've got strong communication skills, are able to juggle multiple projects, and take initiative, this internship is for you! You'll work with an Art Director Resident to come up with creative concepts and write compelling copy. Click here: https://www.vergeillinois.com/internships

24/03/2021

If you're looking at classes for next semester, check out this Amazon Advertising course, which gives you the opportunity to intern with Amazon! Learn more about it below.

https://www.vergeillinois.com/amazon-advertising-course

22/03/2021

Reading books is a great way to immerse yourself in the advertising industry. Check out these books and add them to your reading list!

20/03/2021

If you feel like you're going through a mid-senior year crisis, click the link below for some tips on how to deal with it!
https://www.vergeillinois.com/get-comfortable-with-the-uncomfortable

18/03/2021

Click the link below to sign up and receive a newsletter from us once every two weeks! Our newsletter will give you information on the latest articles, job postings, internship opportunities, events, and more!
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15/03/2021

Unilever makes lots of products. To showcase that, they created a 'U' out of a variety of icons, symbolizing some of their core products. This is a fun way to show they have their hands in a variety of areas and gives the viewer something to piece together!

12/03/2021

Interested in a Junior Strategist position? DDB is looking for someone who can monitor relevant trends, design questionnaires and topic guides, moderate focus groups, draw insightful conclusions to make recommendations, and craft creative briefs. Link below to apply!
https://www.vergeillinois.com/job-board

10/03/2021

Thinking about adding a minor? Click the link below to learn about why a Spanish minor might be right for you! Minoring in Spanish sets you apart from others as well as provides you opportunities to connect with brands and individuals around the world.
https://www.vergeillinois.com/integrating-spanish-into-advertising

08/03/2021

For Tidbits, a large vegetarian restaurant chain in Switzerland, oversized forks were produced to be fixed to trees in major parks and in main outdoor shopping area to portray the freshness of their food!

04/03/2021

If you are interested in an Account Management internship position, click the link below! HBO is looking for someone who is detail-oriented, organized, able to handle numerous tasks, and strong in communication. This role assists the account teams that are responsible for the distribution of content across various accounts.
https://www.vergeillinois.com/internships

01/03/2021

You can't be everything to everyone. Speak to one specific audience and be focused.

25/02/2021

Choosing between universities is difficult. It's a big, confusing decision with many factors to consider. Click the link below to learn why a current student chose to be apart of the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign's advertising program.
https://www.vergeillinois.com/whyichosetostudyadvertisinguiuc

22/02/2021

From image editing to web and motion graphics, Photoshop does it all! Learn more about what it is and how you can use it to spice up your work!

18/02/2021

Are you interested in a product coordinator position where some of your responsibilities include proactively solving day-to-day problems and ensuring flawless ex*****on on projects? If so, click the link in our bio to apply!
https://www.vergeillinois.com/job-board