Does Directive pay their employees well?

According to anonymously submitted Glassdoor reviews, Directive employees rate their compensation and benefits as 3.6 out of 5. Find out more about salaries and benefits at Directive. This rating has improved by 8% over the last 12 months.

How satisfied are employees working at Directive?

33% of Directive employees would recommend working there to a friend based on Glassdoor reviews . Employees also rated Directive 2.5 out of 5 for work life balance, 2.5 for culture and values and 2.8 for career opportunities.

What are the top reviewed jobs at Directive?

Account Manager (9) , Paid Media Strategist (8) , SEO Specialist (7) , Senior Paid Media Strategist (7) , Specialist (4) , Strategist (4) , Associate Director (3) , Sales Development Representative (SDR) (3) , Senior Account Strategist (3) , Anonymous (2) , Anonymous Employee (2) , Client Services (2) , Consultant (2) , Digital Designer (2) , Director (2)

What are the pros of working at Directive according to real employee reviews?

"The people I had the opportunity to work with are smart, innovative, collaborative, helpful, and friendly." ((in 21 reviews)); "Great benefits and unlimited PTO" ((in 17 reviews)); "Good pay" ((in 11 reviews)); "Growth opportunities" ((in 9 reviews)); "Some of the best team members who all bring different strengths." ((in 7 reviews))

What are the cons of working at Directive according to real employee reviews?

"based culture is toxic." ((in 11 reviews)); "If the CEO was able to work you 24/7, he would." ((in 10 reviews)); "Conservative leadership." ((in 8 reviews)); "He also announced that if you take 3 weeks every year it will and I QUOTE "it will look bad on you". 3 weeks of mental/physical vacay A YEAR will look bad on you, but you were just offering unlimited PTO?! Well, if that doesn't just say everything about management... but wait!" ((in 6 reviews)); "This behavior explains why Directive has frequent layoffs and hiring pushes, often simultaneously." ((in 6 reviews))

What are employees saying about Directive layoffs in 2026?

Explore Glassdoor’s employee reviews to understand what current and former employees are saying about Directive layoffs and their outlook for job security at Directive in 2026.

What are the top reviewed Directive locations?

Irvine , Austin , San Diego , Costa Mesa , Dallas , Minneapolis , Los Angeles , Orange

Directive reviews

2.8

33% would recommend to a friend

(151 total reviews)

Garrett Mehrguth

36% approve of CEO

30% positive business outlook

Ratings by category

3.6

Compensation and benefits

2.8

Diversity & inclusion

2.8

Career opportunities

2.6

Senior management

2.5

Culture & values

2.5

Work/Life balance

Directive has an employee rating of 2.8 out of 5 stars, based on 151 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have an average working experience there. The Directive employee rating is 25% below average for employers within the Media & Communication industry (3.7 stars).

Ratings by demographic groups

Race / Ethnicity

Gender

Sexual orientation

Disability

Parent or family caregiver

Veteran status

Reviews by job title

151 reviews

5.0

Mar 25, 2021

Best Company and Culture I've Worked For

Sales representative

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

There are many pros and reasons why I love working for Directive. I love the culture of the sales team everyone is extremely positive and a team player. The executives also really include everyone and everyone's opinion is not only valued but always taken into consideration. The company is very fast paced which I love. I also love the flexibility of remote work and being able to work from home.

Cons

The only con is that we are so busy so if you struggle with multi tasking or get overwhelmed then it can definitely be an adjustment. However, we are not pushed to work overtime even when busy.

Directive Response

5y

Thank you for the honest feedback! I completely agree that the pace of the company can take a little adjusting too, but I am so glad that you don't feel like you have to work overtime. I think this is a great testament to the leadership in the sales org and the culture they are building. Keep using your voice to help us get better :) - Garrett

5.0

Feb 10, 2021

All about growth and excellence.

Operations

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Awesome work culture. People are really dedicated to growth internally and for the clients that are serviced. A lot of consistent internal restructuring to make the company more efficient. Also, new training initiatives are being put in place and career growth is a topic leadership cares about. Wins are celebrated as a team and losses are discussed candidly.

Cons

High growth also means employees are pushed to the limit. Things are fast-paced and expectations are high. The high growth environment is not for everyone.

5.0

Aug 11, 2020

Relaxed and chill workplace

Anonymous employee

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Great team that has a lot of experience in getting your product out there. Will definitely work here again

Cons

Remote work isn't for me

Viewing 112 - 114 of 151 Reviews

Top companies for "Compensation and Benefits" near you

Associated Press

3.5★Compensation & Benefits

Squint/Opera

3.6★Compensation & Benefits

Raconteur

4.1★Compensation & Benefits

Jobs at Directive

Account Strategist, Paid Media (Remote US)

Paid Media Strategist (Remote US)

Account Strategist, Paid Media (Remote US)

Paid Media Manager (Remote US)

Paid Media Lead (Remote US)

Directive

Directive reviews

Ratings by category

Ratings by demographic groups

Reviews by job title

Best Company and Culture I've Worked For

All about growth and excellence.

Relaxed and chill workplace

Top companies for "Compensation and Benefits" near you

Jobs at Directive

Directive reviews FAQs

Want the inside scoop on your own company?

Bowls

Followed companies

Job searches

Top companies for "Compensation and Benefits" near you

Directive reviews FAQs

Jobs at Directive