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AKQA

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AKQA Program Manager reviews

3.1

53% would recommend to a friend

(8 total reviews)

Baiju Shah

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96% positive business outlook

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8 reviews
5.0
Feb 2, 2015
Recommend
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Pros

I recently started here and right away felt like I was being looked after - if I ever need anything there's always someone to offer advice and help me out. Opportunities for people to grow are abundant - AKQA nurtures from within so once you're here, you can do anything really. Amazing people, clients, great work, exciting projects and the chance to try out some of the latest technology the whole world wants to play with. We are spoilt with social events and benefits along with beautiful environments to work in - I'm sure the novelty will wear off but right now I'm super happy!

Cons

To the outsider it can seem a little cliquey at first, but once you get to know people (and make the effort to do so), you'll understand them and why they are the way they are - usually because sticking together for projects helps people do a better, more collaborative job. As with all companies in this industry the hours can vary, but when you're working for the best, don't expect an easy ride. I don't have any real issue with this - just a watch out.

2.0
Feb 27, 2013
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

- Great clients with awesome budgets - You make your own future - Two years on your resume is more than enough to get you hired with 20% pay hike elsewhere - If you can work at AKQA you handle anything!

Cons

- Not all clients are great and some accounts suffer from production weary workers - Competence beyond microsites and creative deliverables is minimal - Line management is not helpful in developing your career or future, you need to make your own plans - Middle management is a waste of space and I won't even mention the snr management - In two years you'll be burned out if you don't push back on incompetent management - It won't be long before other companies realize that AKQA is not a positive line item on your resume

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