Words of Wisdom with Jay Donovan

Name: Jay Donovan    

Current Title: Sr. Account Executive

Company: Google

How long with Company: 4 ½  years

How long have you been in the media industry? 16 years

Why did you choose a career in media?  My father was in the media industry thus I was exposed to the media industry at an early age. I essentially grew up in it and thus very early on knew I wanted to be in media

How did you get your first job in media? I called up every radio station general manager I could track down in the city at the time. Eventually I convinced one to give me a chance on their brand new start up station

What are some of the biggest challenges you have experienced in your career? Finding leaders and managers willing to spend time to teach me and help me grow personally.

What was your favorite job and why? Current position. I get to work with and educate clients on some of the most innovative products in media.

What words of wisdom would you share with others about a career in media? Be inquisitive.  Continue to learn and understand all the media choices available to your clients beyond just your medium.  Doing this not only makes you an advertising professional but will expose you to new opportunities in your career.