Getting a job in this market is like walking around blindfolded as you wade through internet listings and work your beleaguered network. While some headhunters and recruiters are total garbage, others can remove that blind fold and land you that big interview. That's why we've asked some top in-house talent directors, as well as some top talent to help us put together, Agency Spy's "Best Head Hunters In The Advertising Business" list from planning, accounts, to the South, Midwest and back again.

For Senior Talent:

Greenberg Kirschenbaum - a prestigious recruitment firm that specializes in placing creative talent in the advertising, design and new media fields.

Marcus St Jean - Led by Anne Marie Marcus and partner, Catherine St. Jean, this recruitment firm is considered one of the best.

Dany Lennon at the The Creative Register. One of the hardest recruiters to track down, but once you've got the digits (203-227-4721), you're sure to be in good hands.

See the rest of the list after the jump.

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For Women:

Bonnie Lunt Management, has placed hundreds of women in senior-level positions and has negotiated their severance packages, too. Contact: 51 E 25th St # 501, New York NY 10010, 212-545-0363

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For Mid-Level Talent:

Sam & Lori - Sam Glatzer and Lori Habis focus strictly on advertising placements. Though they are based in New York, they perform national searches.

Stephen Bradford Search - Headquartered in New York, Stephen Bradford performs world wide searches with focus on advertising, marketing and media.

Ann Brown Company - Holding it down in the Midwest is Ann Brown and her very competent staff.

Ashley Jahn with Creative Search Consultants. She comes highly recommended to us.

Oddly, The Lucas Group does both military and advertising placements.

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Down South:

For those of you down south, try Kelliher & Vick. The shop also has a partnership with London executive recruiter, Emma Cufflin to help candidates explore opportunities in the US and overseas.

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Out West:

Looking for some West Coast love? Deschenes/Brandalise has got what you need. Laurie Brandalise is highly respected and comes heavily recommended. Contact: 818-986-8461

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Chicago baby:

Manuela Guidi website might not tell you much, but her reputation is stellar.
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Oh Canada:

Blackbag in Toronto - Run by Heidi Ehlers, Blackbag offers practice areas in talent attraction consulting, creative recruitment and strategic career planning and coaching.

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For The Account People:

For the most senior account talent try Elizabeth Zea at Gilbert & Company.

Are you in the Midwest? Give a call to Bob Tesor at
312-726-1900.

Are you on the West Coast? Thread - Look out for owner Patrizia Magni who has set her shop up in San Francisco.

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Hey you planners!

For the most senior planning and high potential mid-level talent, it's all about Sally Jones at Tangerine.

If you're on the West Coast, give Kate Webster of Kate Webster & Associates a ring. Contact: 775 E Blithedale Avenue # 391, Mill Valley, CA 94941. 415-291-8766