DDB

DDB, originally known as Doyle Dane Bernbach, is a prominent global advertising agency founded in 1949. Established by Ned Doyle, Maxwell Dane, and William Bernbach, the company began with a small team and has grown into one of the largest advertising firms worldwide, recognized for its creative and innovative advertising strategies. DDB offers a variety of services, including creative advertising, digital marketing, brand strategy, and media planning. The agency is known for its stylish and humorous ads, helping clients effectively engage with their audiences. DDB has worked with a diverse range of clients, including Volkswagen, Disney, Avis, and Mobil Oil, showcasing its ability to adapt to different brand styles and needs. With over 183 offices in 75 countries, DDB serves more than 1,200 clients globally.

Marketing & Advertising New York, United States Founded 1949 ~670 employees

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Employees
670
-1% in the 3 months to Jun 2025
Revenue / employee
$1.8M
Revenue ~$1.2B
12-month attrition
18.9%
Tech: 19.4%
H1B sponsor
NA

Headcount trend

DDB went from 778 employees in Jul 2023 to 670 in Jun 2025. Jan to Jun 2025: 31 people joined, 52 left.

Headcount data through Jun 2025

Org structure

Headcount by department

Other452
Sales61
Marketing42
Finance37
Design32
Operations26
HR9
Engineering8

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DDB FAQ

How many employees does DDB have?

DDB has about 670 employees, down 1% over the 3 months to Jun 2025.

What is DDB's revenue per employee?

DDB makes about $1.79M in revenue per employee, based on $1.2B annual revenue and 670 employees.

How much does DDB pay?

6figr has 31 salary profiles for DDB in India and 3 in the US, with pay broken down by role, level and gender on the DDB salaries page. See DDB salaries in India

Data from Company Prospectus, DOL LCA disclosures, WARN notices and 6figr salary profiles.