Toxic Entry Level Job Experience - Sales Service Representative A+E Networks Employee Review

1.0
Aug 31, 2020
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

The work-life balance is fine.

Cons

-Hypocritical upper management -HR is not a good idea to talk to as they don't keep personal matters confidential. -They have you start out as a temp to avoid paying health and dental insurance. Not to mention they didn't even offer a stipend for WFH office supplies (a desk chair, printer, etc) unless you were an actual "staff" member. -A downright toxic environment with unkind culture. -The pay is barely livable for a person paying rent in NYC. Do yourself a favor and avoid at all costs unless you enjoy being treated like a pushover.

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5.0
Jun 16, 2026
Recommend
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Pros

I worked on the Content Creation team which is primarily made up of contract employees. Work is remote, but plenty of opportunities to get together in office and meet other people and socialize afterwards. Everyone on the team is great to work with, there are efficient systems in place and it is a well-oiled machine! I've done two contract rounds with them and am looking forward to my next one.

Cons

No opportunities to convert from contract to staff. There are a lot of things that aren't available to contract employees that are only available to staff (certain meetings, resources, etc). Contract employees are limited to 18 months, and then are required to take a year off.

2.0
May 20, 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

Some very nice people; had good benefits although those are being cut back because of financial uncertainty

Cons

Fading industry, frequent layoff cycles with hints of more to come, the company is trying to innovate but some divisions are slow to modernize other than throwing around silly talking points at meetings.

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